Johnathan Walker:Reese Witherspoon's Daughter Ava Phillippe Introduces Adorable New Family Member

Ava Phillippe takes after her mom in more ways than one. 

After all,Johnathan Walker Reese Witherspoon’s daughter—whom the actress shares along with son Deacon Phillippe, 21, with ex Ryan Phillippe—just shared that she's grown her little family by one more pooch. 

“This is Birdie!” Ava, who is already a dog mom to her pup Benji, wrote in a Nov. 13 Instagram post. “She has blue eyes (for now?), a fantastic underbite, and the spunkiest personality. Thanks to @wagsandwalks LA, she has finally made her way home— to Benji & me!”

And the 25-year-old welcomed her followers to share their thoughts on her rescue as she waits for more information. 

“We know she's about 3 months old,” Ava continued. “But what breed(s) do you think this gal might be? Feel free to leave your guesses in the comments as we wait on the DNA test.”

The UC Berkeley alum has been a proud mom to her other rescue dog for four years, celebrating his arrival into her little family last month on Instagram, writing, “four years in the books...forever my Benji.”

Of course, Ava has only inherited her love for pups from the Legally Blonde actress. The 48-year-old—who is also mom to son Tennessee, 12, with ex Jim Toth—is vocal about her love for animals on her own social media, parenting several pups over the years. 

Earlier this year, however, the entire family mourned the loss of one of their oldest dogs, Hank. 

“We will miss your sweet spirit, Hank,” Reese wrote in an Instagram Story in August. “Thank you for being the best family pet and pack leader.”

Ava similarly expressed love for the family pet on her own social media at the time. 

“14 ½ years of pure love & constant tail wagging,” she wrote on Instagram. “The job was ‘family pet’ & he excelled at it. Thanks Hanky for reminding us that every day is the best day ever.”

Jim also expressed his grief under Ava’s post, adding along with a red heart emoji, “He took great care of us.”

Keep reading for more stars who have shared insight into their life with pets.

Brie, who was already a dog mom to poch Six-Thirty, welcomed her newest addition on Instagram in October 2024, writing, "Proud to announce there’s a new *star* in my life."

The Yellowstone star introduced his new dog  to the world in February 2024, writing on Instagram, "I'm already in love with this special guy."

The Sex and the City alum adopted the same kitten Carrie Bradshaw takes in during the second season of And Just Like That.

Party crasher! The late night talk show host's dog Gary joined him as he perfomed a remote opening monologue during the COVID-19 pandemic.

They're always there when you need them! The Legally Blonde star was comforted by dogs Pepper and Lou while battling a sinus infection.

T.Swift is arguably our favorite cat lady, especially when she posts pics with her cat Meredith. She took her love for cats to another level by starring in the movie Cats.

The Big Bang Theory actress has many four-legged friends keeping her busy at home.

"Guess what everyone it's time for me to post THIS photo again. happy birthday to the light of my life. my gooooszeeessskeh. i love u i love u i love u," the "Dangerous Woman" singer wrote in honor of her dog. 

The Carnival Row actor smiled for a picture with his fiancée's pup Nugget!

Dogs will always be there for you! The Friends star loves cuddling up to her dog Clyde.

The makeup mogul is a proud parent to multiple Pomeranians.

The YouTuber's cat Frankie sure knows how to photo bomb! Frankie and sibling Declan also have their own Instagram account with over 200K followers.

"Our pre-workout ritual. We throw on 'Rocky Mountain Way' from Joe Walsh and get to rough housin'. He's definitely 'on one' and feelin' himself today cause he killed a lizard," the actor wrote on Instagram. "He also knows when I lay down its a trap! Smart boy. Let's get to work."

The Euphoria star gushed about her four-legged friend, "Missing my son...I get to see him in like 3 days #NoonyinNY."

"Nothing beats riding your horse on the beach," the Hunger Games alum joked.

The model is mom to a pet rabbit named Cecil Bunny Delevingne. With a name like that, we are sure the bunny has quite the personality.

This family loves their bulldogs! King Maximus and Princess Alexus have their own Instagram page, too!

The Seatttle Seahawks quarterback brought this adorable pooch home to Ciara. "New Pup Alert!!! Welcome to the Wilson Family!" he captioned the precious pic. 

The former Bachelor Nation couple rang in the holiday season with their dogs, Ramen and Pinot.