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• Origin Story: The Pups (and People) Behind Velvet Hippo.

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• Where Did The Nickname “velvet Hippos” Come From? How Is It Meant To Make Pit Breeds Appealing? Do Pit Nutters Realise Hippos Are, And I Quote, “among The Most Dangerous Animals In The World Due To Its Highly Aggressive And Unpredictable Nature.” - R/BanPitBulls

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• 30 Nicknames For Pit Bulls By Pibble Parents

• What Breed Is A Hippo Dog? – Nbccomedyplayground