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The #BettyWhiteChallenge highlights the growth of animal philanthropy and the role of rescues

  • Written by Melissa L. Caldwell, Professor of Anthropology, University of California, Santa Cruz
imageBetty White had three dogs in 1954, including 'Stormy,' a Saint Bernard.Bettmann/Getty Images

Betty White’s death on Dec. 31, 2021, inspired countless remembrances and celebrations of her life and her brilliant comedic work on television.

The actress also had a lifelong love of animals, especially dogs. She treasured animals as companions and...

Read more: The #BettyWhiteChallenge highlights the growth of animal philanthropy and the role of rescues

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