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Pete Wicks Adopts Rescue Puppy Rodney After Losing Beloved Dog Peggy

He says Rodney does not replace Peggy, reflecting a choice to open his home to another dog in need.

Overview

  • On January 17, Pete Wicks introduced four-month-old Rodney on Instagram after adopting him through Dogs Trust West London and thanked the charity for its help.
  • He presented Rodney as Eric’s new little brother and promoted rehoming with the hashtag #AdoptDontShop.
  • Wicks acknowledged the recent loss of his dog Peggy and emphasized that the new adoption is not about replacing her.
  • Supportive messages followed from fans and celebrities, including JB Gill, Sam Thompson, Ruth Langsford and Vicky Pattison.
  • Dogs Trust says series two of Pete Wicks: For Dogs' Sake coincided with about a 20% rise in adoptions and a 25% increase in donations.