Mush Alert! Madhuri Dixit Nene adopts a puppy

"Abandoning a companion dog or cat is the cruellest thing to do. I'm happy we will be able to give this pup a new lease of life," Madhuri said in a statement.

Mumbai: Actress-producer Madhuri Dixit Nene and her husband Shriram Nene have adopted an abandoned puppy rescued by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India.

The puppy was adopted on their son Arin's birthday on March 17.

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  The smiles on our faces show how this little pup stole our hearts! Welcome to the family Carmelo Nene 🐾♥ I urge all animal lovers to adopt pets & see how they fill your life with joy. @petaindia

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  The smiles on our faces show how this little pup stole our hearts! Welcome to the family Carmelo Nene 🐾♥ I urge all animal lovers to adopt pets & see how they fill your life with joy. @petaindia

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  The smiles on our faces show how this little pup stole our hearts! Welcome to the family Carmelo Nene 🐾♥ I urge all animal lovers to adopt pets & see how they fill your life with joy. @petaindia

  A post shared by Madhuri Dixit (@madhuridixitnene) on Mar 20, 2019 at 1:54am PDT

"Abandoning a companion dog or cat is the cruellest thing to do. I'm happy we will be able to give this pup a new lease of life," Madhuri said in a statement.

This is not the first time that Madhuri and her family have given a home to a dog in need. Their dog Riya, who passed away, was also adopted.