(ANIMAL PICTURES) It comes as no surprise that Jon Stewart is quite the pit bull lover. “The Daily Show” host has stood up for the breed on numerous occasions and is the proud parent of three rescued pit bulls, including a three-legged pooch named Champ. Not to mention, “The Daily Show” set has reportedly become “a dog nirvana,” with more than a dozen pups roaming the office on any given work day. Check out the pictures below of Stewart walking Champ in NYC this past weekend. — Global Animal
(GLOBAL ANIMAL)—Arwen, a 10-year-old pit bull mix, was one of 89 dogs rescued from a hoarder in the Mojave Desert. Along with the others she was kept in poor outdoor conditions. During the cold winter season the dogs had no shelter, and barely any food or water. Karma Rescue, who also got other animal organizations involved, stepped in and began their tough work of relocating the dogs to safe homes. But everyone seemed to be especially touched by Arwen, who was so unsocialized and had so little interaction with humans that she had no idea how to respond to them. Arwen had almost no teeth because she chewed on the hoarder’s metal fence, and she had a very troubling eye condition brought on by the constant raw exposure to the rough weather. Alex, a volunteer, decided to foster Arwen until her health improved, but very quickly fell head over heels in love with the sweet dog, and decided to permanently adopt her. Read on to find out about Arwen’s ordeal and how she’s doing now.—Global Animal
(CELEBRITY NEWS) Handsome British actor Tom Hardy has been spotted getting very cozy with a surprising co-star! But don’t worry, girls—it’s only an adorable pit bull puppy. Tom is in the midst of filming Animal Rescue, “A crime-drama centered around a lost pit bull, a wannabe scam artist, and a killing.” The movie, directed by Michaël R. Roskam, also stars Noomi Rapace and James Gandolfini. Take a look at these great pictures of Hardy and the adorable pitty pup! — Global Animal
(SHELTER PETS) Approximately 200 pit bulls are put down every day in Los Angeles County due to lack of available homes for the adorable pooches. Hope, an orange and white pit bull, was abandoned at a Los Angeles shelter one week before she gave birth to nine puppies. Giving birth and nursing newborn pups at a shelter are stressful undertakings for new mothers, and Hope lost three of her babies during those first few days. Even in this dire situation, Hope continued to smile, wag her tail, and refused to give up hope. Read more about the spirited pit bull and her family’s miraculous tale. — Global Animal
(PETS) Pit bulls may have a bad rap, but an adorable viral picture is quickly changing peoples’ minds. While the media often sensationalizes pit bull attacks—giving the breed a bad name altogether, a picture entitled, “Your typical violent and aggressive pit bull” is challenging these misconceptions. The image and it’s ironic title present a major contradiction between the truth about pit bulls and the public’s negative perception of the breed as violent and aggressive. Check out the photo and see for yourself! — Global Animal
(POLITICS) Maryland residents are being forced to choose between their beloved canine companions and their homes due to landlords implementing exclusionary policies on pit bulls. The Maryland General Assembly was working towards a compromise to reform legislation that declared pit bulls as inherently dangerous up until a government dog fight ensued. Two veteran legislators are currently in disagreement over an amendment that may or may not “kill” the bill. Read on about this unstable House-Senate deal and how it will affect Maryland pit bulls. — Global Animal
(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
(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
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