Krypto: The goodest influencer.
James Gunn’s Superman isn’t just soaring at the box office, it’s sending pet adoptions skyrocketing, too!
Thanks to Krypto, the scene-stealing super-dog, fans are rushing to shelters in search of their own furry hero.
Google searches for “adopt a dog near me” exploded by 513% after the film’s release, while “rescue dog adoption near me” jumped 163%. Even schnauzers, one of Krypto’s breeds, saw a 299% spike in interest.
Though Krypto is CGI, his real-life inspiration is Gunn’s own rescue pup, Ozu. The director has been sharing adorable deleted scenes of the super-powered pooch, fueling the frenzy.
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While new pet parents shouldn’t expect laser vision or flight, they can count on unconditional love, and maybe a little mischief.
Dubbed the “Krypto Effect,” this adoption wave proves superhero stories can have real-world impact. After all, every dog deserves a hero, and maybe every hero needs a dog.
