There’s a new celebrity in town, and this one has four legs and fur (or not). Pets have been steadily gaining in popularity over the past few years, to the point where they are now bona fide celebrities. Just take a look at some of these furry or feathered stars and you’ll see what we mean.
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MacGyver the Lizard a Red Tegu Lizard That Thinks He’s a Dog
Dubbed “a good ambassador of the giant lizard world”, MacGyver the Lizard acts like a dog, cuddles up like a dog, asks for pets like a dog, and craves snacks like a dog. The hunky red lizard sits at around 20lbs, and he shares his adventures through his Instagram @macgyverlizard, Facebook and YouTube channels for over 200,000 fans. MacGyver the Lizard was hatched at Ty Park’s lizard farm in Punta Gorda, Florida on July 4, 2012 and he has been an Internet sensation since the age of three.
whataboutbunny – A Talking Dog, No Seriously, It’s a Talking Dog That Uses Buttons
The average canine is capable of learnings around 165 words, and some breeds like Border Collies, Poodles, and German Shepherds can learn closer to 250 words with special training. We are talking about understanding those words, or commands, then possibly reacting to them. This leads to the next question, how many words can a dog learn to speak? – Or press in Bunny’s case.
Hamlet the Piggy a Therapy Micro Pig That Thinks She’s a Dog
It’s 2022 and we’ve seen all kinds of therapy pets from emotional support peacocks to the more common therapy dog. For most people, a traditional “therapy dog” is more than enough, but what if you’re allergic to dogs? That’s the situation that Melanie Gomez found herself in when searching for a pet to support her with her epilepsy.
BenBenCatCat Saddest Cat on the Internet One Day from Being Euthanized To Netflix Stardom
The “sad not sad” cat known as BenBenCatCat hit the internet around 2016 and you can tell he lives every day like it was his last. It’s hard to believe that the cat was literally a day away from being euthanized when you see him sharing his antics on Instagram. The happy-go-lucky cat has spent his last few years soaking up the cuddles, appearing for sponsorship deals, and selling calendars off his website.
Mr. Happy Face – World’s Ugliest Dog of 2022
The title of “World’s Ugliest Dog” has been announced at the Sonoma-Marin Fair in California. The contest has been going on for nearly 50 years after a brief two year gap during the pandemic lockdowns. This year, a 17-year-old Chihuahua mix from Arizona named Mr.
Marutaro Born From The Ashes Of a Devasting Earthquake and Tsunami
The date March 11, 2011 was a devasting day for Japan and much of the world. The country experienced the strongest earthquake in recorded history east of Sendai, the largest city in the Tohoku region, and the following tsunami led to a nuclear meltdown which affected the entire world. The times were tough, and from the devasting news came Marutaro, or Maru for short.
Meeka the Husky Has A Lot To Say And We Should Be Listening
Known for their “woo woo’s”, Siberian huskies love to chat, sing, and howl when they want something. Meeka The Husky is just one of these loyal chatter boxes. She’s sassy, she sings, and she’ll let you know the moment you’ve crossed a line.
TurboRoo – The 2Legged Chihuahua That Isn’t Slowing Down With His 3D Printed Wheels
TurboRoo stands upright on two legs, motors around on a pair of wheels, and takes flights to receive awards from coast to coast. Credit: @turboroo IG Sitting at just under 300K followers on Instagram and over 1.6M(!) followers on TikTok, TurboRoo shares his amazing story everyday for his fans. This little Chihuahua went from being an abandoned dog in a veterinarian’s office to flying across state lines to be honored as the CW network’s Underdog of the Year in Los Angeles in 2014.
Doggo Dripping: K-9 Officer rocking $65K in confiscated jewelry from drug bust
Tonya, a K-9 Police Officer and very good girl, got her new profile pic thanks to her hard work for the Gretna Police Department in Louisiana. As an essential member of their Major Crimes Task Force, she helped seize 100 pounds of illegal cannabis and other drugs. To celebrate Tony’s good job, they iced her out with a $50,000 diamond Audemars Piguet Royal Oak watch and a $15,000 Cuban links pendant necklace.
Jill The Squirrel Hurricane Isaac Survivor Now Famous Family Pet
In August 2012, Hurricane Isaac reached Louisiana and the tropical cyclone left a wave of destruction. As people and fur friends huddled down to outlast the barrage of weather, one squirrel found herself in a tough situation. Having fallen out of her nest, a family nearby decided to take her in “temporarily”. 10 years later, the squirrel is named Jill and she has an Instagram account with over 700K followers.