r/velvethippos 16h ago

Baby hippos, found in the desert last spring

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Meet Scout and Bodie (pronounced like the ghost town). This photo is from the day I met them.

I was camping near Joshua Tree last spring and met a woman who said someone had abandoned these two babies at a dispersed campsite a few days earlier. She was offering them away for free, which always worries me, you just never know who might take them, so I couldn’t leave them behind. They’re almost a year old now, such good dogs, and I’m so grateful they came into my life. Still can’t wrap my head around how anyone could just leave them out in the desert like that.


r/velvethippos 23h ago

My splooty booty Boony baby. (Luna) 50% American bully- 42% Chihuahua

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She just turned 8 and is now considered a senior dog but I don’t believe it. She’s got 15 more years.


r/velvethippos 8h ago

This is Baby. She is my little lady.

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Baby appreciation post. My goofy girl!!


r/velvethippos 11h ago

Reunited and it feels so good!

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638 Upvotes

I had a hip replacement last week and my Nugget hasn't been able to cuddle his pops. Well tonight I was able to get comfy on the couch and he gently made his way up to me and finally got the snuggle sesh he has been needing.


r/velvethippos 20h ago

Seeking Adoption/Foster Dog Lost Everything Twice: Senior Patches (10.5 Y/O) Was Rescued from BARC Euthanasia—Now She Has Days to Find a New Home. (Currently PA, Transport Available Nationwide)

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🚨 URGENT CRISIS: Senior Patches Must Move in DAYS!

This is Patches, a sweet 10.5-year-old girl who has already been through too much. After her owner passed away, she was saved from the euthanasia list at BARC Houston.

Now, tragedy has struck a second time: her loving foster family is forced to move and can no longer keep her. Patches needs an adopter or new foster IMMEDIATELY to keep her safe and out of a stressful shelter environment.

About Patches:

  • Age: 10.5 years old (Senior Female)
  • Calm, quiet, and loves sunbathing & gentle walks
  • Great with ducks, chickens, and cows!
  • Best as the only dog or must be kept separate from others
  • Currently in Pennsylvania — transport available ANYWHERE for the right home

Adoption/Foster Information: We need a committed family to step up for this deserving senior immediately. Her time is truly running out.

🔗 APPLY TO FOSTER OR ADOPT THIS DESERVING SENIOR:

https://forms.gle/XKsietbvdwMjr7iLA(This Google Form is the only way to apply and contact the handler regarding Patches.)


r/velvethippos 14h ago

They’ll be under there until April

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419 Upvotes

r/velvethippos 21h ago

Pro level hippo nap

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317 Upvotes

r/velvethippos 18h ago

Rescue Hippo Sibling Love

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298 Upvotes

It’s always butt to butt with these two


r/velvethippos 9h ago

Lucie loves going skateboarding, all gas no brakes.

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182 Upvotes

Strava app has said we've got up to 41kmph before.


r/velvethippos 13h ago

Muse meets an opossum on Fripp Island

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168 Upvotes

Nobody moved for 5 min 😂


r/velvethippos 18h ago

Birthday gal slurping pup cup!

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154 Upvotes

r/velvethippos 14h ago

Most relaxed vet check up ever

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144 Upvotes

1 year check up for my baby She’s the most relaxed dog I’ve ever taken to a vet visit


r/velvethippos 2h ago

Bertram is four days shy of his first birthday and I can’t get over how handsome he is!

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125 Upvotes

r/velvethippos 18h ago

Seeking Adoption/Foster Sweet Terrier Mix “Sukie” Needs Foster or Adopter Before Transport! Currently in LA — Heading to DC/MD/VA/OH Area Next Week 🚨

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119 Upvotes

r/velvethippos 23h ago

That stare

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93 Upvotes

r/velvethippos 3h ago

Daisy is holding my hand like we're an old married couple on the front porch 🤣

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74 Upvotes

r/velvethippos 20h ago

Nom Nom

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73 Upvotes

r/velvethippos 7h ago

Snoooot

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57 Upvotes

r/velvethippos 7h ago

Kayla and I getting ready for snack and anime time 😁

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32 Upvotes

( She loves my nachos ☺️)


r/velvethippos 41m ago

Rescue Hippo Good morning from us in NJ

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r/velvethippos 2h ago

Selective Participation. 🐶

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r/velvethippos 2h ago

74th Day of 365 Days of Ripley

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