Miss Peaches, a pit bull mix, was rescued from a hoarding and breeding situation in Atlanta and adopted by Dave Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports, on Valentine’s Day 2024. Her adoption story went viral, with her gaining a massive following on social media and becoming a symbol for pet adoption.
Miss Peaches was one of 26 dogs rescued from a hoarding situation in Atlanta by LifeLine Animal Project and the Fulton County animal shelter.
Portnoy documented Miss Peaches’ journey on social media, especially on her own Instagram account (@famousmisspeaches), where she quickly gained a massive following.
Miss Peaches’s story became a powerful platform for advocating for pet adoption, with Portnoy even launching an “Adopt Don’t Shop” merchandise line, with proceeds going to LifeLine Animal Project.
Miss Peaches’s fame has helped raise significant awareness about pet adoption and has also resulted in substantial donations to animal shelters and rescues.
Miss Peaches became a symbol of the positive impact of rescue and adoption, with her story inspiring others to adopt pets instead of buying them.
Her adoption and subsequent fame have helped challenge negative stereotypes and prejudices associated with pit bulls.
Miss Peaches’s story has inspired others to adopt pets, with her fans also helping them to find homes for other dogs in need.