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Tiki the rescue dog inspires support for other animals

Tiki, a rescue chihuahua mix, gained nearly 400,000 followers in 24 hours and helps promote rescue groups and hard-to-place pets through social media outreach.

  • RECENTLY, Tiki, a rescue dog who went viral on social media, was adopted by Aubrie and Vince D'Angelo and joined Meyer and Gaia in Paxton, Massachusetts.
  • Isabel Klee, Brooklyn foster , posted Tiki's recovery, and Aubrie D'Angelo said, `Within probably 24 hours, we had almost 400,000 followers,` boosting his reach on TikTok and Instagram.
  • At first, Tiki retreated to a safe spot under the bed at the D'Angelos' home, but over time he allowed contact and began venturing into the yard, showing steady confidence gains.
  • Supporters responded with donated supplies and messages, and hundreds of prospective adopters applied, prompting the D'Angelos to pause applications after 24 hours.
  • Aubrie D'Angelo says they now feature rescues monthly on @tikiplustwo, highlighting dogs in need and expanding outreach, as she explains, `He was cautious, but he was curious.
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Rescue dog inspires support for other animals in need

Massachusetts couple adopts pup gone viral on social media, uses fame to help others

·Pittsburgh, United States
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WCVB broke the news in Boston, United States on Thursday, October 16, 2025.
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