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Bringing a new family pet home isn't always an easy decision, especially when someone in the household isn't on board - we're looking at you, Dad. These cute puppies, however, managed to win over their reluctant masters in no time.

Most people who claim not to like these adorable animals will tell you a million reasons why, but sometimes they just need the right family dog to come along, and that's precisely what happened to the Dads you see here. Whether they disagreed with a particular breed or size, or just insisted on not having pets altogether, they each found themselves in love with their unlikely furry companions eventually.

Follow these tail-wagging triumphs of cute dogs below, and share this story with anyone who might need a little 'convincing.' Oh, and the joke's on you, Dad!

#1

And My Dad Said He Didn't Want A Dog

And My Dad Said He Didn't Want A Dog

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Ege Gursoy
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When I asked my dad to adopt a cat, he told me to adopt a plant instead. Now in his facebook profile, his cat Kekik stated as one of my siblings and I am 100% sure Kekik is his favorite child

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#2

My Dad Didn't Want Us To Get A Dog At First. I Found This Picture In His Room

My Dad Didn't Want Us To Get A Dog At First. I Found This Picture In His Room

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#3

After My Dad Said "She's Not Allowed On The Couch"

After My Dad Said "She's Not Allowed On The Couch"

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#4

My Dad Kept Griping "I Don't Want A Dog!" This Is How I Find Them Napping

My Dad Kept Griping "I Don't Want A Dog!" This Is How I Find Them Napping

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#5

My Dad Said He Didn't Want An iPad Or A Dog

My Dad Said He Didn't Want An iPad Or A Dog

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#6

My Dad Would Never Admit How Much He Loves Our Old Dog. But After Finding This Picture On His Phone, He Doesn't Have To

My Dad Would Never Admit How Much He Loves Our Old Dog. But After Finding This Picture On His Phone, He Doesn't Have To

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#7

True Storyy

True Storyy

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#8

My Dad Really Didn't Want A Dog, But Now Sometimes I Find Them Like This

My Dad Really Didn't Want A Dog, But Now Sometimes I Find Them Like This

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#9

My Dad Was Originally Opposed To Us Getting A Dog.. I Think He Changed His Mind

My Dad Was Originally Opposed To Us Getting A Dog.. I Think He Changed His Mind

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#10

My Dad Who "Doesn't Want Anything To Do With The Dog"

My Dad Who "Doesn't Want Anything To Do With The Dog"

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#11

He Said "I Don't Want A Dog." Then He Said "I Don't Want A Second Dog." Yeah Dad, Ok

He Said "I Don't Want A Dog." Then He Said "I Don't Want A Second Dog." Yeah Dad, Ok

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#12

And Dad Said He Didn't Want A Dog

And Dad Said He Didn't Want A Dog

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Ágnes Királyházi
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

it's not a dog, it's a bio hoodie warmer, don't you know it? new development, sometimes it barks, but it's cute

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#13

My Dad Makes A Big Deal About How Much He Hates Dogs...but I Always Seem To Catch Him Being Adorable With His Grandpups

My Dad Makes A Big Deal About How Much He Hates Dogs...but I Always Seem To Catch Him Being Adorable With His Grandpups

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#14

My Dad Has Always Been Adamant About Not Having Pets. I Brought This Little Guy Home Expecting A Shit Storm

My Dad Has Always Been Adamant About Not Having Pets. I Brought This Little Guy Home Expecting A Shit Storm

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#15

"If You Get It, It's Your Dog. I Don't Want A Damn Ankle Biter." Ok Dad

"If You Get It, It's Your Dog. I Don't Want A Damn Ankle Biter." Ok Dad

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#16

My Dad Didn't Want The Dog In The House.. Now They Are Bffs

My Dad Didn't Want The Dog In The House.. Now They Are Bffs

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#18

Dad Wasn't Excited About Us Getting A Dog. Too Bad Puppy Fell In Love With Him

Dad Wasn't Excited About Us Getting A Dog. Too Bad Puppy Fell In Love With Him

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#19

My Dad Didn't Like The Idea Of Getting A Dog. 15 Years Later They Are Best Friends And Completely Inseparable

My Dad Didn't Like The Idea Of Getting A Dog. 15 Years Later They Are Best Friends And Completely Inseparable

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#22

My Dad Didn't Want Me To Get A Dog, But Now He Treats Him Like A Baby. Rubs His Back Till He Falls Asleep

My Dad Didn't Want Me To Get A Dog, But Now He Treats Him Like A Baby. Rubs His Back Till He Falls Asleep

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#24

My Dad Didn't Even Want The "Damn Dog"

My Dad Didn't Even Want The "Damn Dog"

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#25

After Having To Put Down Our Dog Of 14 Years, My Dad Was Hesitant About Getting A Puppy. I Think They Needed Each Other

After Having To Put Down Our Dog Of 14 Years, My Dad Was Hesitant About Getting A Puppy. I Think They Needed Each Other

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Monty Is Fiennes
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Therapy. No replacement. Just making wonderful new memories that help to sweeten the old over time. Once you've shared your life with a dog, life without one is empty. #Alwaysfordogs!!

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#26

My Dad Always Said He Didn't Want A Small Dog. He Just Gave Her A Bath And Loves Life

My Dad Always Said He Didn't Want A Small Dog. He Just Gave Her A Bath And Loves Life

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#27

My Dad Is The One Who Didn't Want Me To Get Another Dog In The First Place

My Dad Is The One Who Didn't Want Me To Get Another Dog In The First Place

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#28

When Your Dad Tries To Act Like He Doesn't Like Your Dogs Because He Thinks They Smell, But Then Your Mom Sends You These Pics

When Your Dad Tries To Act Like He Doesn't Like Your Dogs Because He Thinks They Smell, But Then Your Mom Sends You These Pics

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#29

When I Moved Home A Year Ago, My Dad Said He Didn't Want A Dog Because They Were Messy And Would Destroy The House. Now These Two Are Besties

When I Moved Home A Year Ago, My Dad Said He Didn't Want A Dog Because They Were Messy And Would Destroy The House. Now These Two Are Besties

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Lulu Machete
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love this pic, its so candid. No posing here, just dad busted with his bestie

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#30

Dad Tries To Say He Doesn't Like The Dogs... I Come Downstairs To This

Dad Tries To Say He Doesn't Like The Dogs... I Come Downstairs To This

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#31

After 3 Years Of Saying He Would Never Get Another Dog. Meet My Dad's Rescue Pup Grace

After 3 Years Of Saying He Would Never Get Another Dog. Meet My Dad's Rescue Pup Grace

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#32

My Dad "Not A Dog Person" And Ella "Doesn't Count As A Dog"

My Dad "Not A Dog Person" And Ella "Doesn't Count As A Dog"

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#33

When My Dad Said He Didn't Want A Dog But Really..

When My Dad Said He Didn't Want A Dog But Really..

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#34

My Dad Would Never Admit How Much He Loves Our Old Dog. But After Finding This Picture On His Phone, He Doesn't Have To

My Dad Would Never Admit How Much He Loves Our Old Dog. But After Finding This Picture On His Phone, He Doesn't Have To

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#36

My Dad Didn't Want A Dog, He Has Stood Holding Harley For Almost Half An Hour Whilst He Sleeps

My Dad Didn't Want A Dog, He Has Stood Holding Harley For Almost Half An Hour Whilst He Sleeps

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#37

"I Don't Need A Dog!", My Dad Said. Now: Best Buddies Napping Together

"I Don't Need A Dog!", My Dad Said. Now: Best Buddies Napping Together

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#38

And This Is My Dad... The Man That Didn't Want A Dog

And This Is My Dad... The Man That Didn't Want A Dog

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#40

My Dad Didn't Even Want A Dog And Now Look

My Dad Didn't Even Want A Dog And Now Look

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#41

My Dad Claims He Doesn't Like Dogs Occasionally. Okay Dad Whatever You Say

My Dad Claims He Doesn't Like Dogs Occasionally. Okay Dad Whatever You Say

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#42

My Dad Swore He Wanted Nothing To Do With This Dog. Came Down Stairs To This Last Night

My Dad Swore He Wanted Nothing To Do With This Dog. Came Down Stairs To This Last Night

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#43

"I Don't Want A Big Dog!" "That Dog Is Not Coming In The House!" "That Dog Better Not Get In Our Bed!"

"I Don't Want A Big Dog!" "That Dog Is Not Coming In The House!" "That Dog Better Not Get In Our Bed!"

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#45

My Dad Didn't Even Want A Dog And Now I Think He Loves Her More Than Me

My Dad Didn't Even Want A Dog And Now I Think He Loves Her More Than Me

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Pi...
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Of course he does! That's always the case! Fur babies get all the love and that's a-okay with me! ^_^

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#46

For Someone Who "Doesn't Like Dogs", I Found My Dad Picking Up And Hugging My Dog Like This

For Someone Who "Doesn't Like Dogs", I Found My Dad Picking Up And Hugging My Dog Like This

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#47

My Dad Didn't Want These "damn Dogs" Either

My Dad Didn't Want These "damn Dogs" Either

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#48

This Is So Funny To Me Bc My Dad Didn't Want The Dog But Now They Love Each Other

This Is So Funny To Me Bc My Dad Didn't Want The Dog But Now They Love Each Other

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#49

What My Dad Sends Me When I'm At Work. I Thought He Didn't Want A Dog

What My Dad Sends Me When I'm At Work. I Thought He Didn't Want A Dog

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#50

To Everyone Who Knew How Much My Dad Didn't Want A Puppy. Here He Is Just Having A Ball

To Everyone Who Knew How Much My Dad Didn't Want A Puppy. Here He Is Just Having A Ball

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#51

My Dad Didn't Even Want A Dog. Then We Got Jude

My Dad Didn't Even Want A Dog. Then We Got Jude

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#53

My Dad's So Ridiculous. He Acts Like He's Not A Dog Person

My Dad's So Ridiculous. He Acts Like He's Not A Dog Person

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#54

My Dad Who Claimed "he Doesn't Want A Dog Again". They Go Everywhere Together

My Dad Who Claimed "he Doesn't Want A Dog Again". They Go Everywhere Together

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#55

"I Didn't Even Want This Dog" - My Dad Everytime Abby Does This

"I Didn't Even Want This Dog" - My Dad Everytime Abby Does This

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#56

"I Don't Want A Lap Dog" Says Dad. Yeah, Ok Then, This Makes Sense

"I Don't Want A Lap Dog" Says Dad. Yeah, Ok Then, This Makes Sense

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#57

At First My Dad Didn't Want A Dog. He Changed His Mind Really Fast

At First My Dad Didn't Want A Dog. He Changed His Mind Really Fast

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#58

''I Don't Want A Dog!'' Yup, Looks Like You Have Changed Your Mind

''I Don't Want A Dog!'' Yup, Looks Like You Have Changed Your Mind

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#59

At One Point My Dad Didn't Want A Dog, But Now He Calls Her Lovely

At One Point My Dad Didn't Want A Dog, But Now He Calls Her Lovely

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#60

Yeah, My Dad Really Didn't Want Another Dog And Now Look At Him. He's In Love

Yeah, My Dad Really Didn't Want Another Dog And Now Look At Him. He's In Love

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#61

My Husband Swore, That No Dog Will Ever Live In Our House. So We Compromised!

My Husband Swore, That No Dog Will Ever Live In Our House. So We Compromised!

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''I Don't Want A Dog! We Should Never Get One!'' Almost 2 Years Later Dad: ''I Still Don't Want A Dog!''

''I Don't Want A Dog! We Should Never Get One!'' Almost 2 Years Later Dad: ''I Still Don't Want A Dog!''

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#63

My Dad Has An Interesting Way Of Showing That He "Doesn't Like Dogs"

My Dad Has An Interesting Way Of Showing That He "Doesn't Like Dogs"

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Rand Lee
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dad looks furtive, afraid someone will notice him hugging the pup LOL

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#65

Always Catch My Dad Saying "He's Not A Dog Person". He Loves Red And Won't Admit It

Always Catch My Dad Saying "He's Not A Dog Person". He Loves Red And Won't Admit It

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KittyBax
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm guessing the dog's name is Red, but he's also wearing all red, so I got a bit confused.

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#66

This Man, My Lovely Hubby And Awesome Dad To Our Kids Secretly Wants A Dog, Even Though He Tries To Deny It. We All Know He Wants A Dog And Yet He Won't Admit It

This Man, My Lovely Hubby And Awesome Dad To Our Kids Secretly Wants A Dog, Even Though He Tries To Deny It. We All Know He Wants A Dog And Yet He Won't Admit It

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#67

My Dad Said He Didn't Like The Dog And He End Up With It

My Dad Said He Didn't Like The Dog And He End Up With It

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I Want A Male, Not Too Big, And Long Fur. *picks Out Female, 100lb, Short Fur.*

I Want A Male, Not Too Big, And Long Fur. *picks Out Female, 100lb, Short Fur.*

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Jörg Zingler
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It is always the dog that chooses his human. Most humans just do not know this though...

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#69

My Dad Swore He Didn't Want A Dog

My Dad Swore He Didn't Want A Dog

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My Dad Didn't Want A Dog. I Think He Likes Him Now

My Dad Didn't Want A Dog. I Think He Likes Him Now

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#72

And My Dad Says He Doesn't Like Dogs

And My Dad Says He Doesn't Like Dogs

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#73

Dad Didn't Want A Dog

Dad Didn't Want A Dog

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This Is What My Dad Sends Me A Picture Of. Let It Be Known That My Dad Didn't Want A Dog In The House 4 Yrs Ago

This Is What My Dad Sends Me A Picture Of. Let It Be Known That My Dad Didn't Want A Dog In The House 4 Yrs Ago

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#75

Dad Always Complains That He Doesn't Like Dogs

Dad Always Complains That He Doesn't Like Dogs

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#76

My Parents Didn't Like Dogs In Their House. I Think My Dad Is Now Enamored

My Parents Didn't Like Dogs In Their House. I Think My Dad Is Now Enamored

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#77

"i Will Never Let A Dog On My Furniture".....famous Last Words, Dad.

"i Will Never Let A Dog On My Furniture".....famous Last Words, Dad.

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#78

And My Dad Said He Didn't Want A Dog

And My Dad Said He Didn't Want A Dog

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#79

My Dad Kept Saying "you Won't Even Have Time To Play With The Dog"

My Dad Kept Saying "you Won't Even Have Time To Play With The Dog"

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My Dad: "i Don't Like Dogs". Meanwhile With Tenley

My Dad: "i Don't Like Dogs". Meanwhile With Tenley

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He Was Very Angry When I Got This Little Guy Home Especially Because We Lost Our Last Dog To Pneumonia. They Are Inseparable Now.

He Was Very Angry When I Got This Little Guy Home Especially Because We Lost Our Last Dog To Pneumonia. They Are Inseparable Now.

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My Dad Said He Didn't Want A Dog

My Dad Said He Didn't Want A Dog

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#83

My Dad Said " I Don' T Want A Dog, You Have To Take Care Of Her"

My Dad Said " I Don' T Want A Dog, You Have To Take Care Of Her"

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Dad Wasn't Excited About Us Getting A Dog. Too Bad Puppy Fell In Love With Him

Dad Wasn't Excited About Us Getting A Dog. Too Bad Puppy Fell In Love With Him

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#85

Friends Passed Out Puppies At The Bar. Cowboy Only Took One Because He'd Had A Few Beers, But The Rest Is History!

Friends Passed Out Puppies At The Bar. Cowboy Only Took One Because He'd Had A Few Beers, But The Rest Is History!

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#86

Remember When My Dad Told Me He Doesn't Like Dogs?

Remember When My Dad Told Me He Doesn't Like Dogs?

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#87

He's The Reason I've Never Had A Dog Before Because He Didn't Want One...

He's The Reason I've Never Had A Dog Before Because He Didn't Want One...

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#88

Not A Dog-lover

Not A Dog-lover