Rescue Dogs
Danny Trejo is a big supporter of adopting pets from shelters. Over the years, he has adopted dogs from all walks of life from newly available to adopted to elderly and injured pets. He shared he has the following dogs: Liam, The Duke, John Wesley Hardin, Penny Lane, Sgt. Pepper, and Dixie. He’s mentioned he has or had breeds including Chihuahuas, Poodles, Pitbulls, Rottweilers, and mutts.
Dixie
Danny Trejo had an adopted Chihuahua named Dixie who was the most famous of his rescue dog pack. Dixie passed away in July 2024, with Trejo posting a tribute to his beloved “pitbull chasing” pup.
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Danny Trejo is an American actor and producer who has become a Hollywood icon, known for his rugged looks, gravelly voice, and intense performances. Trejo’s breakout role came in 1985, when he was cast as a boxer in the film “Runaway Train.” He followed this up with memorable appearances in films such as “Desperado,” “Heat,” and “Con Air.”
Trejo’s he has worked with some of the biggest names in Hollywood from directors like Robert Rodriguez, Quentin Tarantino, and Michael Mann to actors like Jessica Alba, Robert De Niro, Michelle Rodriguez, Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek, Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, and George Clooney. He has appeared in music videos for artists such as Snoop Dogg, Enrique Iglesias, and Jay-Z.
Outside of his acting career, Trejo has been an advocate for animals and animal non-profit organizations. He has been an outspoken supporter of PETA, the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, and he has worked with organizations like the Amanda Foundation, which provides care and adoption services for pets. Trejo has also rescued dogs himself and encouraged others to adopt pets from shelters.
