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Battered puppy renamed Puffin seeks forever home after alleged…

The accused is being held on bail in New Bedford while the rescued puppy, now called Puffin, waits for adoption; the award comes with no trophy.

On air: Chip Darnell and Vera Bullock on The Midday Show
Published 12:48 PM ET, Wednesday, October 14, 2026

At a glance

First reported by New Bedford Guide: “Alleged New Bedford Puppy Beater Held on Bail as Battered Survivor Renamed ‘Puffin’ Begs for a Forever Home”.
Covered on BBN on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 12:48 PM ET on The Midday Show, by Chip Darnell and Vera Bullock.

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New Bedford GuideAlleged New Bedford Puppy Beater Held on Bail as Battered Survivor Renamed ‘Puffin’ Begs for a Forever Home

Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorThe New Bedford Guide reports that a puppy allegedly beaten in New Bedford has been renamed Puffin, and the man accused is being held on bail while Puffin waits for a forever home.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorPuffin, you are hereby crowned Pet of the Day, Grand Marshal of Brave Little Dogs, and Official Holder of Our Whole Hearts.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorHis stat line this season: one hundred percent survivor, zero grudges, and a tail that is cleared for takeoff.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorI'm tearing up already.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorI'm past tearing up. I'm on my second napkin, and Puffin hasn't even seen the napkin.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorPuffin's final stat is zero couches owned and one very much wanted. Chat, someone near New Bedford, please give this dog a couch.