{"id":11700,"date":"2024-10-25T08:32:31","date_gmt":"2024-10-25T01:32:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=11700"},"modified":"2024-10-25T08:32:31","modified_gmt":"2024-10-25T01:32:31","slug":"mutts-and-muscles-the-charity-calendar-saving-canine-lives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=11700","title":{"rendered":"Mutts and Muscles: The Charity Calendar Saving Canine Lives"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Did you know that over 6.3 million animals enter U.S. shelters every year? Sadly, many of these innocent creatures face an uncertain future, with euthanasia being a tragic reality for far too many. But there\u2019s hope.<\/p>\n<p>Celebrity photographer Mike Ruiz, a passionate advocate for animal rescue, is back with his annual \u2018<a href=\"https:\/\/louieslegacy.org\/calendar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mutts and Muscles<\/a>\u2018 calendar, a project that combines stunning photography with a powerful message of compassion.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption \">\n<div style=\"padding-bottom:55.36519386835%;\" class=\"ratio-based-placeholder\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.muscleandfitness.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-1.jpg?quality=86&amp;strip=all\" srcset=\"\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" alt=\"Mutts &amp; Muscles calendar shoot 2025\" width=\"1109\" height=\"614\" data-fallback-img=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.muscleandfitness.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-1.jpg?quality=86&amp;strip=all\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"credit\">Mutts &amp; Muscles<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Ruiz, deeply moved by his own experiences with rescue dogs like his beloved Pit Bull Oliver and his \u201cdaughter\u201d Julia (also a rescue!), has created a calendar that celebrates the unique bond between humans and their furry companions while raising vital funds for Louie\u2019s Legacy Animal Rescue.<\/p>\n<p><em>Muscle &amp; Fitness<\/em>\u2018s Director of Development <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/frank_sepe\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Frank Sepe<\/a> and Chief Content Officer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/zraz\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Zack Zeigler<\/a> were on hand to capture behind-the-scenes footage and play with the amazing dogs that star alongside a handful of fitness and bodybuilding personalities. Check out the video, learn more about the Mutts and Muscles calendar below, and consider ordering a copy to support dogs in need.<\/p>\n<h2>The Heart Behind the Lens<\/h2>\n<div style=\"padding-bottom:55.36519386835%;\" class=\"ratio-based-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.muscleandfitness.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/7-1.jpg?quality=86&amp;strip=all\" srcset=\"\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" alt=\"Frank Sepe Mutts &amp; Muscles calendar shoot 2025\" width=\"1109\" height=\"614\" data-fallback-img=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.muscleandfitness.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/7-1.jpg?quality=86&amp;strip=all\"\/><\/div>\n<p>Mike Ruiz, renowned for his captivating celebrity portraits, pours his artistic vision and heart into this cause. He believes that \u201cAll sentient beings deserve to be free from abuse, neglect, and endless suffering,\u201d and this calendar is a testament to that belief.<\/p>\n<h2>A Decade of Dedication<\/h2>\n<p>Now in its 11th year, the \u2018Mutts and Muscles\u2019 calendar continues to shine a light on the importance of animal rescue. This project is more than just a collection of stunning photographs; it\u2019s a call to action for animal welfare and a celebration of the human-animal bond.<\/p>\n<h2>Star-Studded Support<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption \">\n<div style=\"padding-bottom:55.36519386835%;\" class=\"ratio-based-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.muscleandfitness.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6-1.jpg?quality=86&amp;strip=all\" srcset=\"\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" alt=\"Sergi Constance\" width=\"1109\" height=\"614\" data-fallback-img=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.muscleandfitness.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/6-1.jpg?quality=86&amp;strip=all\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"credit\">Per Bernal<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This year\u2019s calendar features an impressive lineup of athletes who generously donated their time and effort to this worthy cause. A special shout-out goes to former <em>Muscle &amp; Fitness<\/em> cover star <a href=\"https:\/\/www.muscleandfitness.com\/athletes-celebrities\/interviews\/how-sergi-constance-achieved-social-media-fame-through-bodybuilding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sergi Constance<\/a>, who graced the cover and used his significant following to promote the project.<\/p>\n<h2>A Team Effort<\/h2>\n<p>Behind the scenes, a dedicated team worked tirelessly to bring this calendar to life:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Paul Sych<\/b>, an award-winning typographer, lent his expertise to the graphic design.<\/li>\n<li><b>Anna Marisa Martinez<\/b> ensured the models were camera-ready.<\/li>\n<li><b>Frank Sepe and <a href=\"https:\/\/sepenutrition.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sepe Nutrition<\/a><\/b> stepped up as sponsors.<\/li>\n<li>And of course, countless animal parents and foster caregivers traveled far and wide to include their beloved furry companions in this project.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The Beneficiary: Louie\u2019s Legacy Animal Rescue<\/h2>\n<div style=\"padding-bottom:55.36519386835%;\" class=\"ratio-based-placeholder\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.muscleandfitness.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5.jpg?quality=86&amp;strip=all\" srcset=\"\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" alt=\"Mutts &amp; Muscles calendar shoot 2025\" width=\"1109\" height=\"614\" data-fallback-img=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.muscleandfitness.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/5.jpg?quality=86&amp;strip=all\"\/><\/div>\n<p>Emily Gear of Louie\u2019s Legacy Animal Rescue expresses profound gratitude for Ruiz\u2019s continued support. In a year that has been particularly challenging for animal welfare organizations, especially foster-based ones like Louie\u2019s Legacy, this calendar serves as a crucial lifeline.<\/p>\n<h2>Your Purchase Makes a Difference!<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><b>100% of the sales<\/b> go to Louie\u2019s Legacy Animal Rescue.<\/li>\n<li>Funds support essential animal care services like medical treatments, food, and shelter across the Midwest, South, and Northeast regions of the United States.<\/li>\n<li>Your purchase helps raise awareness and communicate the urgent needs of animal welfare to a broader community.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>How to Get Your Copy<\/h2>\n<p>Ready to flex your compassion and adorn your wall with inspiring images? Pre-orders are now being accepted, with calendars shipping in November.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/louieslegacy.org\/calendar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Order your Mutts and Muscles 2025 Calendar today!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.muscleandfitness.com\/flexonline\/flex-news\/mutts-and-muscles-the-charity-calendar-saving-canine-lives\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that over 6.3 million animals enter U.S. shelters every year? Sadly, many of these innocent creatures face an uncertain future, with euthanasia being a tragic reality for far too many. But there\u2019s hope. Celebrity photographer Mike Ruiz, a passionate advocate for animal rescue, is back with his annual \u2018Mutts and Muscles\u2018 calendar, &hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11700","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-fitness"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11700","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=11700"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11700\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=11700"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=11700"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=11700"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}