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Lots of Love for Shelter Dogs (Photos)

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October is “Adopt a Shelter Dog” Month, and—you guessed it—we’re spreading the love with photos of cute and cuddly canine companions! With unconditional loyalty and affection, an adopted doggie can “rescue” you, just as much as you rescue him or her. So if you have the ability and the resources to provide a loving forever home to a lucky pup, please visit your local animal shelter and save a life.

Baxter the Chihuahua Dog Eating a Treat

Paco the dog

Kiwanis the dog

Max and dog friend

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— Ingrid E. Newkirk, PETA President and co-author of Animalkind

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