Celebrity dog in China stolen and eaten after thief mistook it for a stray

CNA • 2026-06-04T08:02:40Z • 1:47:00 • intermediate • News

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A shocking incident in China has revealed the dark side of pet theft, as a beloved celebrity dog was stolen and tragically eaten after being mistaken for a stray. Let's dive into the details of this heartbreaking story.

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Q2. How much reward did Guo offer to find his dog?

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Q3. What did the thief initially claim about the dog?

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Q4. What happened to Chuto after it was sold to the dog dealer?

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mistaken

/mɪˈsteɪkən/

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to be confused about something or someone; to identify incorrectly.

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He was mistaken for a famous actor due to his striking resemblance.

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influencer

/ˈɪnfluənsər/

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a person who has the power to affect the purchasing decisions of others because of their authority, knowledge, position, or relationship with their audience.

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The influencer shared her favorite products with her millions of followers.

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allegedly

/əˈlɛdʒɪdli/

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used to convey that something is claimed to be the case or has taken place, although there is no proof.

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He allegedly stole the money, but the evidence is still being reviewed.

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administrative

/ədˈmɪnɪˌstreɪtɪv/

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relating to the running of a business, organization, etc.

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The administrative team is responsible for managing the office operations.

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legislation

/ˌlɛdʒɪˈsleɪʃən/

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laws, considered collectively.

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New legislation was introduced to protect endangered species.

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pursue

/pərˈsu/

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to follow or chase with the intent to catch or achieve something.

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She decided to pursue a career in medicine after volunteering at the hospital.

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