Jennifer Aniston Launches Charity to Support Animal Rescue Groups

Award-winning actress Jennifer Aniston is on a mission to help shelter animals in need.
Ahead of the launch of her new children’s book, “Clydeo Takes a Bite Out of Life,” which is set for release on Oct. 1, the “Friends” star has established The Clydeo Fund—a nonprofit charity that supports rescue groups in their efforts to improve the lives of homeless animals.
“They can’t keep up. And all you see is that we’re euthanizing innocent, beautiful, perfectly, perfectly fine 2-year-old dogs, or a puppy, or a litter. I can’t. It’s too much. It’s too many.”
According to a synopsis, the picture book revolves around a “food-loving” pup who is on a journey of self-discovery as he struggles to find his niche in life.
“Clydeo doesn’t love to surf like his uncle. He isn’t into painting blindfolded like his cousin. And digging for dinosaur bones like his aunt is definitely not his thing,” the synopsis reads. “Clydeo tries everything he can think of, but nothing seems to make his world sparkle. Will Clydeo ever find what he loves to do most?”
“Clydeo Takes a Bite Out of Life” will be part of a four-book series, illustrated by Bruno Jacob and published in conjunction with HarperCollins Publishers and Invisible Studio, which specializes in animations.
In a statement, the actress said she “could not be more thrilled to be taking Clydeo and his stories to publishing, where he will hopefully inspire children and dog lovers alike with his adorable journey to find his true passion.”
In addition to Clydeo, Aniston is also the proud pet parent of a white Shepherd mix named Lord Chesterfield.
“He stole my heart immediately,” she added.