(CELEBRITY NEWS) Earlier this week, reality TV star Vinny Guadagnino became the latest celebrity to make pet adoption his first option. He brought home a new gal, but this pup is anything but a “grenade.” The MTV celeb announced via Twitter that he’s welcomed a rescue puppy into his home and asked his followers for tips on the perfect name for the pit bull pup. Read on to learn more about Vinny’s rescue pooch and watch DJ Pauly D’s PSA for animals affected by Hurricane Sandy. — Global Animal
(LIFE WITH PETS) Many have seen a photo of this one-of-a-kind canine circulating the Internet this past week, and wondered: “Is he part human?” But contrary to speculation, the image features a two-year-old, poodle-Shih Tzu mix named Tonik, whose soulful expression has taken the World Wide Web by storm. The person-faced pup was recently saved from a kill shelter in Kentucky and brought to the Homeward Bound Animal Welfare Group, an animal welfare agency in Mishawaka, Indiana, where he is now ready for immediate adoption. Read on to learn more about the dog with the “eerily human-like face.” — Global Animal
(PUPPIES) While NFL lovers eagerly await the fast-approaching Super Bowl XLVII with the Baltimore Ravens versus the San Francisco 49ers, puppy enthusiasts across the nation will be tuning in to watch the most adorable football game around, Puppy Bowl IX. This year’s Puppy Bowl lineup was revealed this week, featuring 27 dogs including a Puerto Rican Sato named Butterscotch and a wild-haired Yorkshire Terrier named Daisy. Read on to learn more about the cutefest and take our poll! — Global Animal
(DOG RESCUE) Just a few day days ago, a ‘gay’ American bulldog-mix was dropped off at a Jackson, Tennessee high-kill rabies control shelter after his ignorant guardian found the pooch mounting another male dog. On Wednesday, a plea for help was posted on a Facebook page dedicated to saving pets facing euthanasia, sparking a viral Facebook rescue campaign. After hearing about his story, veterinary technician Stephanie Fryns, who already has four dogs and is affiliated with the animal rescue group, Woof Connections, intervened and saved the dog now named Elton from euthanasia. Read on to learn more about this great rescue story. — Global Animal
(DOG RESCUE) After receiving an anonymous tip, investigators rescued 26 dogs from a Plant City, Florida home where it is evident dog fighting occurred. All of the pit bull terriers are currently at Hillsborough County Animal Services where vets are treating their injuries. And while all 26 dogs are expected to live, the road to recovery will be long and challenging. Read on to learn more about the investigation and the effects of dog fighting. — Global Animal
(TOUCHING TALE) Scooter, the adorable pit bull that was used as a robbery dog, is now a breed ambassador. After her caretaker was arrested for robbery, in which he used Scooter as a weapon, she was taken to Multnomah County Animal Services where they searched for resources to rehabilitate her. Scooter was already very friendly to begin with, but the shelter wanted to make her adoption-ready so they enlisted Born Again Pit Bull Rescue (BAPBR) for help. Read on to see what Scooter’s up to now that she has an official therapy license. — Global Animal
(TOUCHING TALE) On January 15, two young sisters started a Facebook that accumulated 226,ooo followers within 24 hours with a profile picture that gained 1.2 million ‘likes’ within just seven hours. After the girls and their family lost their beloved dog to cancer, the children wanted another family dog. When they asked their parents, their dad told them that they could only if they received over one million likes on Facebook. Thanks to the compassion of Facebookers worldwide, these determined girls proved their doubtful father wrong. These two animal lovers and their family will soon be welcoming a furry friend into their home. Continue reading to learn more about the sisters’ amazing story. — Global Animal
(DOGS) OKLAHOMA — After an abused boxer named Winston was adopted by a loving family, he took his second chance at life and used it to save other dogs in need. Every few months, Winston routinely donates his blood to the local animal hospital, and has helped many canines in the process. Many Boxers, along with German Shepherds and pit bulls, have a universal blood type, and so Winston’s donation helps a wide variety of different breeds. Read on to learn how Winston continues to use the advantages of his breed to help others. — Global Animal
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