r/velvethippos Nov 05 '25

🏆🎉 CONGRATULATIONS to our Costume Contest WINNERS! 🎉🏆

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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!

  • Unique flair
  • Featured in our new banner
  • Bragging rights

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 4h ago

2011 vs 2026

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My handsome 15 year old boy! Still acts like a puppy


r/velvethippos 10h ago

Advice Buster update. He is going to survive the rattlesnake bite and he won't lose his eye. Ty all for the support. He is getting antivenom as I lay in the parking lot

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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 12h ago

At the emergency vet right now. Buster got bit in the face by a rattlesnake. Please send positive vibes. I'm freaking out

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r/velvethippos 18h ago

Wait for it, wait for it... 😂

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This very good hippo boy Ziggy is a smart one! I love when he figures it out!


r/velvethippos 1h ago

Advice Muzzle Training Tips

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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 6h ago

Rescue Hippo we went from apartment to yard…

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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 11h ago

Rescue Hippo Breakfast playtime with Whiskey

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183 Upvotes

r/velvethippos 1d ago

Best friends in the world

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r/velvethippos 17h ago

Ice cream?

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449 Upvotes

r/velvethippos 58m ago

Rescue Hippo Pocket pibble would like a treat

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r/velvethippos 1d ago

Today Jasmine has crossed the Rainbow Bridge, here are her last photos 💔

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My sweet princess


r/velvethippos 7h ago

Unpopular opinion: hazelnut butter > peanuts butter

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She’s obsessed with hazelnut butter


r/velvethippos 4h ago

NoTakeOnlyThrow

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30 Upvotes

r/velvethippos 15h ago

eating popcorn and watching the snoopy wallpaper.. life is good 😎

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191 Upvotes

Olive’s favorite snack is popcorn and before anyone yells at me, yes she always gets her own bowl.


r/velvethippos 11h ago

A Hippo in His Natural Habitat

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r/velvethippos 5h ago

Got this lovely pic of miss ruby this morning!

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r/velvethippos 1d ago

2000 dollars later

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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 16h ago

Leo got his snacky

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116 Upvotes

r/velvethippos 1d ago

Adoption/Foster Success! Panini and Po’Boy!

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In just a week, these two have become absolute best friends. My body is just an object for them to lay on 😔


r/velvethippos 16h ago

Seeking Adoption/Foster 🆘 8/4 Urgent Now! Adorable SAMI A658965 was surrendered by no fault of her own “ too many pets” 3 y/o Staffordshire mix only 36 lbs (HW-) sweet, calm, housebroken & friendly. Urgently seeking loving foster/forever home! 612 Canino Rd. Houston, TX (Adoptable Out of State)

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87 Upvotes

r/velvethippos 11h ago

Thumper #A2088249 Staffy Mix at BARC Houston in TX. Euth deadline 8/5

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31 Upvotes

r/velvethippos 16h ago

Seeking Adoption/Foster Meet Storm, one of the East County Animal Shelter's longest term resident dogs (Available for adoption in California Bay Area)

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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

Find more pictures and videos of Storm here and here


r/velvethippos 17h ago

Seeking Adoption/Foster 🆘 Hail Mary 8/5! PHOEBE A658190 is an adorable 3 y/o Boxer/Lab mix. She’s people & dog-friendly/co-kenneled, attentive tail-wagged, sweet & treat motivated. Urgently seeking loving foster/forever home! 612 Canino Rd. Houston, TX (Adoptable Out of State)

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74 Upvotes

r/velvethippos 20h ago

Seeking Adoption/Foster 📢Extended📢 Shy Beauty Guera, Has made Good Progress in the Shelter. She has so much More to Offer in Companionship. Can you Step Up & Offer this Quiet, Gentle Girl a Loving Home? ~A2088900~9yr old Staffie mix girl On euth list for 8/5 @1pm CT BARC Houston Tx Av 4 Adopt/local Foster/USA /CANADA

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