.jpg)
2 weeks ago
16
PROTECT YOUR DNA WITH QUANTUM TECHNOLOGY
Orgo-Life the new way to the future Advertising by Adpathway‘Queer Eye' Star Jonathan Van Ness Rehomes His Dog After "Gut-Wrenching" Incident
Jonathan Van Ness is saying goodbye to one of his furry friends.
The Queer Eye star gave fans a "not fun pet and family update," explaining why he and husband Mark Peacock could no longer keep their adopted dog of four years George after a frightening incident involving their cat Liza Meownelli three weeks ago.
"Our beloved dog George had a situation with Liza where they were trying to cross each other on the stairs," Van Ness explained in a series of videos shared to Instagram June 26. "Liza was pissed, and she gave him a little swat, and then George just kind of freaked out and went for her.”
While Van Ness clarified the Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie and Pitt Bull mix was "rough housing" rather than trying to bite, the dog still ended up breaking the cat's jaw.
"Until I got to Liza, and I saw what I knew was immediately a very broken jaw and just started scream-crying [and] howling for Mark," Van Ness recounted, noting that from there, "we got her to the emergency vet."
"Until I got to Liza, and I saw what I knew was immediately a very broken jaw and just started scream-crying [and] howling for Mark," Van Ness recounted, noting that from there, "we got her to the emergency vet."
And when the feline headed into surgery, the haircare entrepreneur wasn't sure if Liza was going to make it.
As Van Ness put it, “Thank God for the people at the Schwartzman Animal Hospital. They performed a literal miracle on her," adding that since Liza survived, they "weren't gonna be able to keep George."
“If you would've told me that morning that we were gonna be rehoming George that night, I would've said you were crazy," the 39-year-old continued. "All of the animals got along so well for the most part, and this just came completely out of the blue."
"Our theory on George is he just needs to be the only dog in the house," Van Ness said, emphasizing the beloved animal, who is now living with a foster family, is "such a good boy."
Photo by Michael Simon/Getty Images for Primark
"Today's been really hard because I just am thinking about him so much," the reality host ended the emotional recap. "Pet stuff can be so much, so I'm just sending anybody who's been through pet stuff so much love."
The "gut-wrenching" incident follows an earlier rehoming experience for their pup Pablo, who Van Ness and Peacock sent to live on a farm with their dog trainer due to the dog's anxiety living in Van Ness' Austin, Texas, residence with several other pets.
"I used to judge people that ever had to re-home an animal, to be candid, but sometimes actually your home is not the best place for your dog," Van Ness expressed following the rehoming in a 2023 YouTube episode. "And sometimes it's actually really important for you as the dog parent to know what's the right home."
To check out more celebrity pets, read on...
Megan Thee Stallion/Instagram
Megan Thee Stallion
The "Lover Girl" rapper introduced the world to her rescue puppy Tyger in March 2026, whom she adopted before he was set to be euthanized at a shelter.
Kim Kardashian
The Kardashians star revealed in December 2025 that she gifted her and Kanye West's kids North, Saint, Psalm and Chicago their own puppy. Alongside a picture of the four Pomeranians, Kim wrote, "Each kid got a puppy."
Sydney Sweeney
The Euphoria actress introduced her pup Sully in April 2025, writing on Instagram, "He’s become my set best friend, my bowling partner, my nap buddy, mutual water enthusiast, and travel companion."
Brie Larson/Instagram
Brie Larson
Brie, who was already a dog mom to pooch Six-Thirty, welcomed her newest addition on Instagram in October 2024, writing, "Proud to announce there’s a new *star* in my life."
Instagram/Kevin Costner
Kevin Costner
The Yellowstone star introduced his new dog to the world in February 2024, writing on Instagram, "I'm already in love with this special guy."
Sarah Jessica Parker / Instagram
Sarah Jessica Parker
The Sex and the City alum adopted the same kitten Carrie Bradshaw takes in during the second season of And Just Like That.
Taylor Swift
T.Swift is arguably our favorite cat lady, especially when she posts pics with her cat Meredith. She took her love for cats to another level by starring in the movie Cats.
Kaley Cuoco
The Big Bang Theory actress has many four-legged friends keeping her busy at home.
Ariana Grande
"Guess what everyone it's time for me to post THIS photo again. happy birthday to the light of my life. my gooooszeeessskeh. i love u i love u i love u," the "Dangerous Woman" singer wrote in honor of her dog.
Jennifer Aniston
Dogs will always be there for you! The Friends star loves cuddling up to her dog Clyde.
Jeffree Star
The makeup mogul is a proud parent to multiple Pomeranians.
Emma Chamberlain
The YouTuber's cat Frankie sure knows how to photo bomb! Frankie and sibling Declan also have their own Instagram account with nearly 200K followers.
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
"Our pre-workout ritual. We throw on 'Rocky Mountain Way' from Joe Walsh and get to rough housin'. He's definitely 'on one' and feelin' himself today cause he killed a lizard," the actor wrote on Instagram. "He also knows when I lay down its a trap! Smart boy. Let's get to work."
Zendaya
The Euphoria star gushed about her four-legged friend, "Missing my son...I get to see him in like 3 days #NoonyinNY."
Liam Hemsworth
"Nothing beats riding your horse on the beach," the Hunger Games alum joked.
Ice T & Coco
This family loves their bulldogs! King Maximus and Princess Alexus have their own Instagram page, too!
Instagram/TraceMe
Russell Wilson
The Seatttle Seahawks quarterback brought this adorable pooch home to Ciara. "New Pup Alert!!! Welcome to the Wilson Family!" he captioned the precious pic.
For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News App
English (US) ·