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Many of you Bored Panda readers are likely here for the monthly pet adoption photos, and understandably so. Seeing an adorable animal find a new home brings soul-stirring emotions that will make you forget about your daily stressors. 

For those of you who have been looking forward to these pieces, wait no more. Here is this month’s edition of adopted pets, and these images are as endearing as they come. 

If you’re looking for a cuteness overload to cleanse your timeline of all the negativity, this list should do the trick.

#1

Ernie (Left) Was Adopted Recently And Has One Eye. Goose (Right) Has Both Eyes But Wanted Ernie To Feel Welcome

Ernie (Left) Was Adopted Recently And Has One Eye. Goose (Right) Has Both Eyes But Wanted Ernie To Feel Welcome

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    #3

    My Picture Of Lyla And Her Newly Adopted Cat Became My #1 Post Of All Time. As A Thank You, Here’s A Bonus Pic I Call “Don’t Ever Talk To Me Or My Daughter Again!”

    My Picture Of Lyla And Her Newly Adopted Cat Became My #1 Post Of All Time. As A Thank You, Here’s A Bonus Pic I Call “Don’t Ever Talk To Me Or My Daughter Again!”

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    Many people who want pets would likely rather go to a store and buy one. However, experts agree that adopting is the better option for a handful of reasons. One of them is preventing overpopulation. 

    To provide more context, 2023 statistics show that there are 900 million dogs worldwide, with a “large portion” being strays. Worse, 480 million of them were believed to be feral.

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    #4

    Adopted Him 3 Days Ago. I Was Told He’s Very Shy. Every Time I Pet His Stomach He Does This. Is It S Good Sign?

    Adopted Him 3 Days Ago. I Was Told He’s Very Shy. Every Time I Pet His Stomach He Does This. Is It S Good Sign?

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    That’s all what I yam
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    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My cat used to do that to keep my hand in place - until she got over stimulated, then it was a different story.

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    #5

    Just Adopted This Beautiful Boy

    Just Adopted This Beautiful Boy

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    #6

    Just Adopted This Lil Sweetie, Her Name Is Siggy!

    Just Adopted This Lil Sweetie, Her Name Is Siggy!

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    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    Siggy looks exactly like Stilgar when he was a puppy! Same floppy ears, white blaze, and big ol' eyes XD

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    There are also advantages to taking in an adult pet. According to Worldwide Veterinary Service, adult dogs, in particular, already know some basic commands, which makes them easier to be housetrained. 

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    #7

    Just Adopted These Two! One Is A Lover And The Other Is Spicy, I'm Sure You Can Figure Out Which Is Which

    Just Adopted These Two! One Is A Lover And The Other Is Spicy, I'm Sure You Can Figure Out Which Is Which

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    #8

    She Showed Up At The Er I Work At. I Fed Her For A Few Weeks, And I Took Her Home Eventually And Accidentally Adopted A Queen 🤍

    She Showed Up At The Er I Work At. I Fed Her For A Few Weeks, And I Took Her Home Eventually And Accidentally Adopted A Queen 🤍

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    #9

    We Adopted Yoshi After He Was Rescued From A Single House With 40+ Cats

    We Adopted Yoshi After He Was Rescued From A Single House With 40+ Cats

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    Dee Hampton
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    5 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel very sorry for the owner of the house. They must have surrounded themselves with cats because you can guarantee affection from them.

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    Many people who have adopted pets would agree that having their new furry companion around has improved their mental health. Studies have corroborated this, stating that people who reported losing their sense of purpose have felt more in control of their lives after adopting a pet. 

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    Other studies reveal that having a pet not only improves brain health but also reduces the brain’s age by up to 15 years.

    #10

    Jaiminho Just Got Adopted! This 45 Days Old Boy Already Got His First Vet Visit, Sleeps A Lot, Likes To Stay In His Litter Box And Thinks He's A Parrot

    Jaiminho Just Got Adopted! This 45 Days Old Boy Already Got His First Vet Visit, Sleeps A Lot, Likes To Stay In His Litter Box And Thinks He's A Parrot

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    #11

    I Adopted My First Cat On Friday!!

    I Adopted My First Cat On Friday!!

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    People who have apprehensions about adopting a pet may hold misconceptions about shelter animals. Virginia Tech’s College of Veterinary Medicine dispelled those notions, beginning with possible behavioral issues. 

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    “With patience, consistency, and love, most shelter pets can overcome challenges and become well-adjusted, loving companions,” the article reads. 

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    #13

    Adoption Update: Taco

    Adoption Update: Taco

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    Dee Hampton
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    5 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Mum, can you turn down the sun, please? It's shining in my eyes."

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    #14

    Thought I Was Adopting A Cat But Ended Up With A Truck-Driver

    Thought I Was Adopting A Cat But Ended Up With A Truck-Driver

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    Dee Hampton
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    5 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Be on the alert for country music and bacon sandwiches

    #15

    We Adopted Our First Cat. Say Hello To "Mickey Meowz"

    We Adopted Our First Cat. Say Hello To "Mickey Meowz"

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    We would also like to hear from you, our readers. Which of these pets would you adopt on a whim if you saw them in a shelter? Share your thoughts in the comment boxes below!

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    #16

    Adoption With A Surprise 😅😍 She Arrived Home And 10 Days Later Had Beautiful Puppies 😍

    Adoption With A Surprise 😅😍 She Arrived Home And 10 Days Later Had Beautiful Puppies 😍

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    #17

    My Dog Has Decided To Adopt A Kitten 🥲

    My Dog Has Decided To Adopt A Kitten 🥲

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    #19

    Hands Down The Best €50 I’ve Ever Spent — Adopting These Two Brothers Was The Ultimate Glow-Up For My Mental Health

    Hands Down The Best €50 I’ve Ever Spent — Adopting These Two Brothers Was The Ultimate Glow-Up For My Mental Health

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    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    I think this guy's brother has consumed a lot of spice/melange XD (Dune joke.) See attached comment for a pic from Reddit of the above kitty's brother, since BP only shows us one photo.

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    #20

    Just Adopted A New Kitten And Look At That Tiny Tongue!!

    Just Adopted A New Kitten And Look At That Tiny Tongue!!

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    Glen Ellyn
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope her (?) name is Adora. Seeing her fur, I'd say she's a fine example of a "staticat."

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    #21

    I Adopted This Little Angel From The Animal Shelter Today

    I Adopted This Little Angel From The Animal Shelter Today

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    That’s all what I yam
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I always have a soft spot for tri-colors. Had one as a kid, called Patches.

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    #22

    Kringle Got Adopted !!! 🎉🎉 His Adopter Drove 4 1/2 Hours One Way To Get Him!

    Kringle Got Adopted !!! 🎉🎉 His Adopter Drove 4 1/2 Hours One Way To Get Him!

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    That’s all what I yam
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well worth the drive for the years of future happiness.

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    #23

    Adopting A Feral Cat

    Adopting A Feral Cat

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    Glen Ellyn
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We know who is in charge here. 😉

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    #24

    Baby Beau , Adopted Him On Valentines Day From National Mill Dog Rescue In Peyton Colorado. This Lil Boy Is Bringing Joy Back Into Our Home ❤️

    Baby Beau , Adopted Him On Valentines Day From National Mill Dog Rescue In Peyton Colorado. This Lil Boy Is Bringing Joy Back Into Our Home ❤️

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    #25

    Meet Zuzu! A Dog We Fostered, She Recently Got Adopted!

    Meet Zuzu! A Dog We Fostered, She Recently Got Adopted!

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    Glen Ellyn
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    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She's having fun. She's lucky, too!

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    #26

    Tractor Supply Parking Lot Got Me

    Tractor Supply Parking Lot Got Me

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    #27

    About To Adopt This Little Guy. First Time Having A Cat I’ve Always Had Dogs

    About To Adopt This Little Guy. First Time Having A Cat I’ve Always Had Dogs

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    Shark Lady
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kitty: unhand me hooman this is not dignified.

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    #28

    Just Adopted, See His Little Claws 🥰

    Just Adopted, See His Little Claws 🥰

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    Shark Lady
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Baby m****r-mittens are ridiculously sharp.

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    #29

    Newly Adopted Sammy Girl

    Newly Adopted Sammy Girl

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    Glen Ellyn
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    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think Sammy is a bit of a ragamuffin, meaning she makes her own fun.

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    #30

    Adopted This Queen Today! Meet Noodles

    Adopted This Queen Today! Meet Noodles

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    Dee Hampton
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    5 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How lovely that she fits right in with the decor!

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    #31

    We Adopted This Little Girl Today 🩷

    We Adopted This Little Girl Today 🩷

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    #33

    Just Adopted A New Son!

    Just Adopted A New Son!

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    #34

    Adopted A Little Lady

    Adopted A Little Lady

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    Stephanie Did It
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They know just exactly how to melt our hearts. That look!

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    #35

    This Is Gizmo, We Just Adopted Him. He's 3yo And The Happiest Most Spoiled Ever Thx Bye

    This Is Gizmo, We Just Adopted Him. He's 3yo And The Happiest Most Spoiled Ever Thx Bye

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    Glen Ellyn
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How can anyone not smile at that face?

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    #36

    Adopted A Kitten Today (Left), His Name Is Seymour

    Adopted A Kitten Today (Left), His Name Is Seymour

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    #37

    Newly Adopted 8mo Old Sisters :) Meet Pinky & Princess Pea!

    Newly Adopted 8mo Old Sisters :) Meet Pinky & Princess Pea!

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    #38

    Accidentally Adopted A Stray… Now I Have A Tripod Named Honey

    Accidentally Adopted A Stray… Now I Have A Tripod Named Honey

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    #39

    Adopted A Senior Cat This Week!

    Adopted A Senior Cat This Week!

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    FloC
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    5 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you for giving an older cat a chance !

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    #40

    The Cute Ozzy That Was Just Adopted From Our Shelter

    The Cute Ozzy That Was Just Adopted From Our Shelter

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    #41

    My Newly Adopted Girl, I Think She’s Settling In Well! 🥰

    My Newly Adopted Girl, I Think She’s Settling In Well! 🥰

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    #42

    The First 24 Hours With My New Adopted Baby ❤️

    The First 24 Hours With My New Adopted Baby ❤️

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    Dee Hampton
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Blue eyes, baby's got blue eyes"

    #43

    Went To Adopt A Kitten, Ended Up With Two

    Went To Adopt A Kitten, Ended Up With Two

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    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have two sets of littermates (both brother-sister pairs) and there's no way I could have separated them XD Everyone gets along with each other, and they play with each other well, but there's something magical about walking into a room and finding one of my littermate pairs curled into a big cuddle puddle, trying to fit into the same cat bed XD

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    #44

    We Adopted A New Member Of The Family Today. 5 Months Old And Just The Cutest Little Girl

    We Adopted A New Member Of The Family Today. 5 Months Old And Just The Cutest Little Girl

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    #45

    Meet MS. Maisie

    Meet MS. Maisie

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    Glen Ellyn
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a precious face. Those eyes...

    #46

    Adopted An Older Stray

    Adopted An Older Stray

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    Stephanie Did It
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now he can live his best years. He looks like he's earned them.

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    #47

    Just Adopted This Sweetheart Two Days Ago

    Just Adopted This Sweetheart Two Days Ago

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    #48

    Butterscotch: Before And After Adoption

    Butterscotch: Before And After Adoption

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    Glen Ellyn
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She is fine in her new home - just so you know.

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    #49

    I Adopted A Kitten To Keep My Big Boy Company And They’re Finally Besties 😭

    I Adopted A Kitten To Keep My Big Boy Company And They’re Finally Besties 😭

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    #50

    Nube - My First Adoption

    Nube - My First Adoption

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    Glen Ellyn
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awwww. What a face! Cute overload.

    #51

    Welcome Home, Mayo 🤍

    Welcome Home, Mayo 🤍

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    Dee Hampton
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Does Mayo meow or can we say that Mayo neighs?

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    #52

    Just Adopted My First Kitty

    Just Adopted My First Kitty

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    #53

    "We Thought We Adopted A Cat... Turns Out She Adopted My Son"

    "We Thought We Adopted A Cat... Turns Out She Adopted My Son"

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    #54

    Adopted My First Cat 2 Days Ago. Meet Pepper!

    Adopted My First Cat 2 Days Ago. Meet Pepper!

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    #55

    Adopted Many Years After Losing My Kitty

    Adopted Many Years After Losing My Kitty

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    #56

    Adoption Day! Brought Home Our Little Derp Today

    Adoption Day! Brought Home Our Little Derp Today

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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Little derp spent some time on the streets judging by that clipped ear.

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    #57

    … Just Adopted An Angel

    … Just Adopted An Angel

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    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tuxedoes are the best XD (not biased at all since I have 3...)

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    #58

    Meet Peppermint. Just Adopted Today :)

    Meet Peppermint. Just Adopted Today :)

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    #60

    The First Picture I Snapped Of My Pup When I Adopted Him And Brought Him Home 💜

    The First Picture I Snapped Of My Pup When I Adopted Him And Brought Him Home 💜

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    #62

    This Is My Cousin's Adopted Poodle

    This Is My Cousin's Adopted Poodle

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    Dee Hampton
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like poodles to be left in this 'puppy cut'. The sculptured look is so artificial

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    #63

    Brought To The Shelter As A Stray, No One Would Take Her Before She Was Too Shy. Now She’s The Happiest Girl At Home!

    Brought To The Shelter As A Stray, No One Would Take Her Before She Was Too Shy. Now She’s The Happiest Girl At Home!

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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd have taken her home. I'd have seen her shyness as meaning that she needed love and patience.

    #64

    This Is June Bug, We Adopted Her This Last Weekend

    This Is June Bug, We Adopted Her This Last Weekend

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    #65

    Just Adopted This Pup!

    Just Adopted This Pup!

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    #66

    Just Adopted This Puppy!!

    Just Adopted This Puppy!!

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    #67

    My Kid Recently Adopted Marley, A Rescue Puppy Who Was Cattle Trained. Yesterday He Herded All His Toys Into An Invisible Corral

    My Kid Recently Adopted Marley, A Rescue Puppy Who Was Cattle Trained. Yesterday He Herded All His Toys Into An Invisible Corral

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    #68

    Adoption Day!

    Adoption Day!

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    #69

    Our New Baby Girl Brooklyn ‘Brooke’ She’s About 11-12 Weeks Old & Super Sweet

    Our New Baby Girl Brooklyn ‘Brooke’ She’s About 11-12 Weeks Old & Super Sweet

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    #70

    Went Out For A Walk. Ended Up At A Dog Event And Took These

    Went Out For A Walk. Ended Up At A Dog Event And Took These

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    #71

    Fostering This Guy. Needless To Say He Got Adopted Pretty Quick

    Fostering This Guy. Needless To Say He Got Adopted Pretty Quick

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    #72

    This Cutie Came Home With Us Today

    This Cutie Came Home With Us Today

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    5 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And you got a dog as a bonus ?

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    #73

    Terry, 5 Months Old!

    Terry, 5 Months Old!

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    #74

    12 Month Old Puppy I Adopted. Artyom!

    12 Month Old Puppy I Adopted. Artyom!

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    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Definitely not a 12-MONTH-old XD Looks like OP meant 12-week-old.

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    #75

    Meet Winston! He’s 7 Months Old 🐾

    Meet Winston! He’s 7 Months Old 🐾

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    LakotaWolf (she/her)
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love brindle pups! It's such an amazing coat pattern :)

    #76

    This Marshmallow! She’s About 3-4 Months Old!

    This Marshmallow! She’s About 3-4 Months Old!

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    #77

    He Took My Spot🫠🥴

    He Took My Spot🫠🥴

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    #78

    I Took My Elderly Adopted Doggies Out To Take Some Pictures During The Snow Day!

    I Took My Elderly Adopted Doggies Out To Take Some Pictures During The Snow Day!

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    #79

    Our New Rescue, Juniper!

    Our New Rescue, Juniper!

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    #80

    Toby Was Adopted!! ❤️

    Toby Was Adopted!! ❤️

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    #81

    Just Adopted This 7 Month Old , Absolute Sweetheart. She Needs A Name

    Just Adopted This 7 Month Old , Absolute Sweetheart. She Needs A Name

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    #82

    We Just Adopted Bear, This Cute Little Pup Loves To Sleep

    We Just Adopted Bear, This Cute Little Pup Loves To Sleep

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    Shark Lady
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's great to see someone who is transporting their dog safely.

    #83

    Adopted This Little 6-Year-Old From The Shelter. No One Knows His Breed. Any Guesses?

    Adopted This Little 6-Year-Old From The Shelter. No One Knows His Breed. Any Guesses?

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