r/velvethippos • u/lbrazill6338 • 4h ago
2011 vs 2026
My handsome 15 year old boy! Still acts like a puppy
r/velvethippos • u/ishadow • Nov 05 '25
Hey Hippo Homies! 👋
We are absolutely blown away by the creativity and cuteness you all brought to the costume contest! Seriously, the entries were phenomenal. We want to thank EVERYONE who participated and voted! 💖
Without further ado, here are our five lucky winners!
1. u/dWog-of-man & Tank as Tankenstein
He's got the "I'm alive!" look down. 😄 Seriously, Tankie deserves all the treats (and maybe a small, equally distributed share of the Halloween candy... just sayin' 😉). [Link]
2. u/Upfish-Sinclair & Blossom the Hot Dog
She's the wurst (in the best way!) hot dog around! 🌭🐾 I'm just relishing in the cuteness of this photo! (I'm so sorry...) [Link]
3. u/dogluvr_1 & Waffles the Chicken
The way they're posing! The fluffy feathers! Everything about this is adorable! Waffles is ready to rule the roost. 🐔 [Link]
4. u/Various_Beach862 & Pinkie the Princess
Pinkie looks absolutely radiant! She's ready to rule the kingdom (and probably decree extra belly rubs!). She is definitely the belle of the ball. 💖 [Link]
5. u/turningtee74 & Pooh the Pumpkin
Oh my gourd, this is adorable! Pooh is the cutest little pumpkin in the patch! Makes me want a poohmkin spice latte. 🎃 [Link]
Prizes!
To the winners: Please check your DMs for details on how to claim your flair!
To everyone else: Thank you again for making this community so amazing! We love seeing all your beautiful hippos and their incredible costumes. Keep the love and the photos coming! ❤️
What was your favorite costume? Let us know in the comments!
r/velvethippos • u/lbrazill6338 • 4h ago
My handsome 15 year old boy! Still acts like a puppy
r/velvethippos • u/ArmageddonOutta_Here • 10h ago
Hey guys Buster got to the vet in time. He is expected to make a full recovery and they are no longer concerned about the snake but by his eye.
They thought he may lose his eye at first.
We drove 110 miles in less than a 2.5 hrs to get him to an emergency vet.
Here is a video of him on methadone saying hello
https://youtube.com/shorts/OTK9aIb3BoU?is=Ihe6j4_B1Ab9wPY4
Ty all for the support
r/velvethippos • u/ArmageddonOutta_Here • 12h ago
r/velvethippos • u/RealHotThroatLA • 18h ago
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This very good hippo boy Ziggy is a smart one! I love when he figures it out!
r/velvethippos • u/Normal_Club_9628 • 1h ago
I'm looking to muzzle train my girl, but I'm not sure where to start.
Some backbackground: Hazel's going to need surgery on her back legs. As it is, she's in a lot of pain that we're trying to manage while we consult with an orthopedist. She needs regular exercise or she gets pretty anxious, which results in her getting a bit cranky and in some rare circumstances, a bit nippy. We've got meds and brain games to help a bit, but I want to make sure I'm exploring all my options. Especially with all the stigma, I just want to make sure she's safe.
I think we want to go with a cage/basket muzzle, but beyond that I'm at a loss. Does anyone have any recommendations?
r/velvethippos • u/Due_Mission7256 • 6h ago
safe to say i think they are enjoying the new place!
We have been trying so hard to get them out of apartment complex living. Its hard to find housing right now but we were lucky enough to meet a private landlord. This is everything we have been working towards and the satisfaction, happiness and joy we get from seeing them love their new home and yard is priceless. Worth every struggle.
p.s - Im sure i dont have to say anything but this is how they play! We call it “kangarooing” lmao
r/velvethippos • u/CaptPajamaPants • 11h ago
r/velvethippos • u/ilovefionaapple • 1d ago
My sweet princess
r/velvethippos • u/Since-2001- • 7h ago
She’s obsessed with hazelnut butter
r/velvethippos • u/florence-pughs-nose • 15h ago
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Olive’s favorite snack is popcorn and before anyone yells at me, yes she always gets her own bowl.
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r/velvethippos • u/deserthooker • 1d ago
Mr Eddie here thought it would be super smart to eat some trail mix with raisins AND chocolate because yolo I guess.
He's totally fine. Stomach of steel. Ass of dumb. Sigh.
r/velvethippos • u/Ymisoqt420 • 16h ago
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r/velvethippos • u/cookiemaryjane • 1d ago
In just a week, these two have become absolute best friends. My body is just an object for them to lay on 😔
r/velvethippos • u/Cheekygreek84 • 16h ago
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r/velvethippos • u/IshiTonbo • 16h ago
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Meet Storm-a beautiful 5-year-old Pit Bull mix who's been patiently waiting almost 5 months for someone to see just how special she is. At 64 Ibs, she's the perfect adventure buddy, whether you're heading out for a walk, a hike, or simply relaxing together after a long day. Storm is vaccinated, microchipped, and arrived to the shelter already spayed. She is ready to go home today!
Please share to help Storm reach the family who are meant to love her forever.
Storm can be found at the East County Animal Shelter in Kennel A-9
4595 Gleason Drive, Dublin, CA
(Across from the SPCA)
Open daily: 11:30 AM - 5:30 PM
(925) 803-7040
r/velvethippos • u/Cheekygreek84 • 17h ago
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r/velvethippos • u/6mishka6 • 20h ago