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More than a year ago we made a post about homeless people and their dogs. Amazed by their four-legged friends' unconditional love, we decided to turn the post into an open list so you could contribute as well.

Once a dog forms a close relationship with a caring owner, their loyalty can be unbreakable, and they will stick with their owner through thick and thin. And unlike us, dogs don’t pass judgment on people who are down on their luck or homeless. This post is a tribute to homeless dogs, who love and stick with their homeless owners no matter what.

If you know a similar story, don't hesitate to share your photos with us!

#1

This Homeless Man Hid His Face In His Puppy Because He Was Too Embarrassed To Let The Photographer See His Tears

This Homeless Man Hid His Face In His Puppy Because He Was Too Embarrassed To Let The Photographer See His Tears

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eros007
Community Member
9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've always wondered why or how homeless can afford to feed and keep pets, but seeing this and knowing how hard their lives are took that hardness out of my heart. Everybody deserves some some love!

NatalieBlenkhorn
Community Member
9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In the past I have bought dog treats for homeless people's dogs, and I don't think I'm alone in doing so.

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Barbie Mcmurray
Community Member
9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It is true, dogs don't care what you look like either or what you wear! Gotta love them.

NatalieBlenkhorn
Community Member
9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh dear God, how beautiful, yet so sad.

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    Loyalty

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    AmyCarpenter-Wilson
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This man has nothing but the dog has a toy and food and water. This breaks my heart.

    CatMeow
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to see this man every time I went into the city. No matter what the weather was like, he made sure his dog was protected and well cared for. Wish I knew how he's doing now as I've not seen him in a very long time.

    eros007
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hope this young man's life turns around and bless his loving friend!

    SaraMccracken
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    they both have true love... many "rich " people will never have this

    Mow
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A man's best friend....

    Barbie Mcmurray
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It loks like i'm not the only one that gets along with dogs better than some people.

    Pam Scherer
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So touching and just plain beautiful

    AnimalLover1117
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The dog even seems to be smiling- :)

    DonnaNewsom
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    May I use this photo for my Facebook page to help homeless people and pets?

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    #3

    Homeless Man Sleeps In The Arms Of His Dog

    Homeless Man Sleeps In The Arms Of His Dog

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    CELABelize
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Surely the heading should be dog sleeps in the arms of homeless man rather than the other way around. Sorry to be a pedant. Great picture though

    eros007
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a gentle loving sight. Glad they are so peaceful.

    #4

    Dog Sleeps Under His Homeless Owner's Umbrella

    Dog Sleeps Under His Homeless Owner's Umbrella

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    VânAnhSG
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the cushion, the umbrella .. the best things are used for his dog, not himself <3

    eros007
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This looks like a resourceful thinking man. Lucky pooch!

    Catya Culano
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aawh, the dog even has a Hurta rain coat. <3

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    #5

    Best Friends Under Umbrella

    Best Friends Under Umbrella

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    CathyWisewell
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bill and his faithful dog Chopper in Vancouver by the train station. RIP Bill

    ClaudiaEspindola
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I see these people and I wonder what drove them to be homeless?, people may say drugs, and that may be true, but some are just mentally ill and in need of treatment, I am glad to see that they at least have someone "thing" to keep them warm at night.

    SusanMoore
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was homeless once, I had done a little time in jail and the shelter for women in ly town would not take me. Being homeless no one would rent to me, and even if they would it is impossible to save to rent when all your money goes to stay in a hotel one week out of four.

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    CathyWisewell
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is Bill and his faithful dog Chopper in front of the train station in Vancouver. RIP Bill

    jevais
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Does the Canadien goverment not have any social aid for people who can no longer work because for health reasons? Is like in the usa?

    Claudia Espindola
    Community Member
    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It does have shelters and other public services but they require you to have your Social insurance number or other sort of record and in many cases they don't have it or they don't want to be tied to restrictions set by shelters, plus I haven't heard of any shelter that will take you with pets

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    #6

    Homeless Man Chuck And His Baby Girl

    Homeless Man Chuck And His Baby Girl

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    EHPower
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    true love and commitment.

    #7

    Homeless Man And His Dog

    Homeless Man And His Dog

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    VânAnhSG
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He has nothing but the dog :((

    Jimmie Bilbrey
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He has all he needs a loyal companion.

    eros007
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like he is trying to give the dog water. Poor dog is probably dreaming of food

    #8

    Homeless Woman With Her Dog In Dublin

    Homeless Woman With Her Dog In Dublin

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    ValdoveUgne
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    9 years ago

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    nice Timberlands

    SusanRamsay
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't judge. She may have gotten those Timberlands from a charity. Or she had them before she lost her home. Some homeless also have low paying jobs.

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    #9

    Homeless Man With His Dog

    Homeless Man With His Dog

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    CathyWisewell
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Again, Bill and Chopper in Vancouver. Bill was a mechanic that had to quit due to rheumatoid arthritis. Hard times...

    CarolannMorschMeagher
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cathy, do you know what happened to Chopper? I hope he is love and cared for as he was with Bill. :-(

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    eros007
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope he gets some help and lives a better life with his friend!

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    #10

    Homeless Man With His Dog And Rabbit

    Homeless Man With His Dog And Rabbit

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    JenniferJackson
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This guy lives in Dublin and some kids took his rabbit and through it into a river. He jumped in after it and saved it. He really loves his animals. I always give him money when I see him.

    ChrissyWeltin
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They should of done something to the kids.

    HanneFlor
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hopefully someone threw the kids in the river afterwards?

    AnimalLover1117
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those kids... deserve to be punished

    AnimalLover1117
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    #JenniferJackson why would you do that to a rabbit?! Moving picture!

    SummerVicente
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't confuse the two very different ethnic groups in Romania. One group do tend to get into more trouble, and we both know you are referring to one group. You could not tell an ethnic Romanian from an ethnic Hugarian or Bulgarian. Once you guess Eastern European or Russian, you can't tell any further from a picture. For shame, Richard Petch. I try my hardest to like or dislike people, not entire groups of people. I'm pretty happy that way. I heard about the rabbit in the river all the way over in Canada. People can be so mean sometimes.

    CarolStapleton
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that's odd, I thought the Jack Russel Terrier by breed, would actually look upon the rabbit as good sport.

    RichardPetch
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    9 years ago

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    He looks Romanian, and we all know what teves they are, biggest con men alive, be aware of these people trying to sell you gold rings, not a joke this is serious.

    Ana-MariaDan
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Richard, I am sorry that you are so prejudiced against my people. I hope you don't find yourself in his position one day and someone says "He looks (insert nationality here), and we all know how (insert prejudice here), be aware of these people, not a joke this is serious.

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    #11

    Homeless Man With His Dog

    Homeless Man With His Dog

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    Zanthie B
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amazing commitment to mans best friend

    #12

    Man And His Dog In Zuccotti Park

    Man And His Dog In Zuccotti Park

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    FathurRahman
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the dog is the loyal animals in the world that i know... i have seen the movie about doggy loyality to its master... its amazing i like history about animals very much that why i try to write the animals conditions in aur country... if anyone to know and give idea and critics i would like to open my hand in http://www.netizeninfo.com

    Mow
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It breaks my heart so sad ????

    RichardPetch
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    9 years ago

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    why not LOOK for work instead of sleeping on the sidewalk.

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    #13

    Homeless Man With His Closest Companion

    Homeless Man With His Closest Companion

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    Homeless Man Taking Care Of His Sleeping Dog

    Homeless Man Taking Care Of His Sleeping Dog

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    #15

    Sleeping Beggars

    Sleeping Beggars

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    MayaRodriguez
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hello, do you actually know the context of this picture? It is actually a picture of a ''fake'' homeless man with two drugged dogs in its lap. https://www.facebook.com/841374279238835/photos/pb.841374279238835.-2207520000.1450210180./841389822570614/?type=3&theater please follow the link. There is a massive use of cute dogs by fake homeless to induce pity and gain more money with this tactic.

    RachelEllner
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sorry but you are ill-informed. there is no "massive use of cute dogs" by the "fake" homeless. There is occasional exploitation of animals among homeless and those posing as homeless, but it doesn't compares to the level of cruelty of pets by the rest of the population.

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    PeggyShannon
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This photo is disgusting. not only is this person not homeless, they are part of a ring in Paris that breeds dogs specifically to beg with. Moreover, they drug the c**p out of these dogs so they don't move. They lay there all day long with their eyes scrunched shut, even the puppies. How sick is that? Please check out the reality of these photos before you're moved by them. I've seen this fellow and his group (there's about 10 of them that encircle Notre Dame, Saint Michel, Cluny) begging for the past several years.

    TammyChapman
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It doesn't matter if you only meant that on this one post. Yes, there are people out there who fake being homeless. Not many, but they are out there. But, there are a lot of people who are just a couple of paychecks away from being homeless. If you lost your job and had nowhere to go, how long could you make it before you would be on the streets. I have been blessed with a good family. If it wasn't for them (especially my Meme and my Mom), I would still be in Houston. And I would be dead or living under a bridge. And yes, I do have mental issues. But should I be judged the way you are judging these people. I have seen poverty, and I have seen the effect that drugs have on good people. Some of them die because they couldn't get out of the situation they were in And I have lived with my own mental illness for the past 20 years, I am 45. I thank God every day that I'm still here, that I have a family that loves me. And that I have doctors who know how to treat my problems.

    MayaRodriguez
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Have I judge the homeless people portrayed here? No. My comment was meant for the particular photo that is used for this post. I claimed he was an impostor passing himself for a homeless man.

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    Andrea Fly
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know this guy, from Paris. Sometimes an image can be really deceiving ..

    KatinkaMin
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's all well until the dog needs to be taken to a vet on a regular basis.

    FathurRahman
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the dog is the loyal animals in the world that i know... i have seen the movie about doggy loyality to its master... its amazing i like history about animals very much that why i try to write the animals conditions in aur country... if anyone to know and give idea and critics i would like to open my hand in http://www.netizeninfo.com

    KatinkaMin
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Weeeellll, dogs are very loyal and loving (some breeds more than others) but the story behind the movie Hachiko is actually more about a conditioned habit than loyalty for a human - at least according to some dog-professionals I've met. Most dogs (not all) deal fairly well with a change of owner if it's done in a loving and controlled fashion. There is some confusion for a few days or maybe weeks but usually the dog lives on happily ever after. I think what is more special is the loyalty and love dogs can create in us. :-)

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    TammyChapman
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also, I have a dog. Her name is Baby. And I would put her needs in front of mine any day.

    KatinkaMin
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a reality check. We tend to forget we have brains when faced with cute children or dogs. This is a good reminder.

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    MayaRodriguez
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They'll rotate different dogs between them,dress them up, expose a dog and her litter. You'll see the same man with different dogs in different places, the same dog(s) with different men, etc ...

    LouiseLeGresley
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I agree with what Maya says. This photo was taken in Paris. I have seen him and even have my own photo of him. At first I was suckered in like many people but quickly learned that the dogs are drugged. You can pass by at any time of the day and the dogs are in the same position. Some associations try to help the dogs but it's an uphill battle. Disgusting!!! Another example about how there is often a whole other story behind a photo. Having said this I really believe that most homeless people who have dogs take the best possible care of them and that we should help them when we can.

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    #16

    Homeless Man With His Dog

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    #17

    They're Homeless, But They Have Each Other

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    Best Friends

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    #19

    Homeless Man And His Dog

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    #20

    Homeless Man Helps His Dog To Get Out Of The Sewer Where They Live In Medellin, Colombia

    Homeless Man Helps His Dog To Get Out Of The Sewer Where They Live In Medellin, Colombia

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    jevais
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh my God!? In the sewer they live, unbelievable? So sad. It breaks my heart. In the Great Russa many people have to live now day is the sewers avoid dying in winter, actully whole familles do so. Will the rich get richer, poor are left behind to die slowly in the streets or sweres. Back to the to the 13 century, yet it's 21 st century believe it or not?!!

    NatalieBlenkhorn
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What an awful world we live in if people have to live in sewers. Smh.

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    #21

    Homeless Dog Who Loves To Cuddle

    Homeless Dog Who Loves To Cuddle

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    #22

    Homeless Couple Maggie And Eric With Their Dogs Dixie And Reptar

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    #23

    Homeless Man And His Puppy

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    #24

    This Homeless Man Takes Good Care Of Supermarket's Customers' Dogs

    This Homeless Man Takes Good Care Of Supermarket's Customers' Dogs

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    #25

    Homeless In NYC

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    Homeless Man With His Dog

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    Homeless Man And His Dog

    Homeless Man And His Dog

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    EHPower
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    they look so happy to be with one another even though they are in a bad situation. It's really wonderful to see how love can still be so strong even when things get very, very hard.

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    #28

    Homeless Man With His Dog

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    BrendaBudd
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We should all be ashamed we allow this to happen when the world wastes an abundance of resources everyday.

    #29

    Homeless Woman Lynn With Her Dog Charlie

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    #30

    Homeless Couple With Their Dog

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    #31

    Homeless Love

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    RachelChevalier
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omg look at that fluff ball awwww they perfect for each other

    #32

    A Homeless Man And His Pet Companion

    A Homeless Man And His Pet Companion

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    Homeless With 3 Of His 4 Dogs Shares Whatever Food He Has With Them

    Homeless With 3 Of His 4 Dogs Shares Whatever Food He Has With Them

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    NQL
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow he has 4 dogs? They look good for being homeless. I hope they have enough food, water & warmth

    LiminHuang
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They look super healthy! So cute.

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    #34

    Homeless Man With His Best Friend

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    GarryAshton-Coulton
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This man is usually near my office in London, he seems a kind and gentle fellow he looks after his dog really well

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    #35

    Homeless Celebrity From Brno, Krakonoš And Keliška

    Homeless Celebrity From Brno, Krakonoš And Keliška

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    KristinaPiroskova
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This must be Keliska the 2nd...his first dog was shot by policeman :'(

    RachelChevalier
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What?!?! That's awful!! Those dogs are the only family they have out there!!

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    Comforting Each Other

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    stephanie
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    9 years ago

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    they might not be homeless they might just be hipsters

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    Homeless Girl Rose With Her Dog Junior

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    Homeless Man And His Dog

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    #39

    Homeless Woman With Dogs

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    Homeless Man Playing With His Dog

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    Homeless With His Dog

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    #42

    Homeless Man With His 3 Dogs On The Streets Of Lahore

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    Homeless Man With His Dog

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    Homeless Woman And Her Dog In Berlin

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    Homeless Man And His Dog During The Brighton Pride Parade, Uk

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    #46

    Daniel In Valencia With Couscous !

    Daniel In Valencia With Couscous !

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