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Meet one dog and you will fall in love with these animals forever. They encourage us to get out and explore the world, they help us find joy in simple things, like riding in a car, and they are always willing to snuggle. What I'm trying to say is, dogs are the best.

So in order to thank them for making us happy, we at Bored Panda have put together a new collection of wholesome dog posts. Whether it's a pup chilling in a flower basin or a diligent K9 "protecting" its hooman's baby, these pictures perfectly portray the pure nature of dogs, and we are lucky to have every single one of them.

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This Dog Saved All Her Puppies From A Fire And Put Them All In One Of The Fire Trucks On The Scene

This Dog Saved All Her Puppies From A Fire And Put Them All In One Of The Fire Trucks On The Scene

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No wonder dogs are so great to us. Marissa Sunny, CPDT-KA and senior dog lifesaving specialist at Best Friends Animal Society, told Bored Panda that "dogs typically see their owners as family and their best friends! They grow extremely attached to people in their lives and will remember them even years later."

If you end up on a dog's good person list, it will definitely show you; dogs typically express affection by soliciting attention, "giving kisses", and actively trying to spend time with you," Sunny explained.

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Rescue Dog Drags Its Blanket Over To A Homeless Dog So They Can Share It On A Chilly Night

Rescue Dog Drags Its Blanket Over To A Homeless Dog So They Can Share It On A Chilly Night

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Science confirms that spending time with our canine companions does wonders for our wellbeing.

For example, a comprehensive review of studies published between 1950 and 2019 discovered that dog owners had a lower risk of death—studies suggest that dog owners have lower blood pressure levels and improved responses to stress.

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Interestingly, people who had experienced previous coronary events had an even higher level of risk reduction for death.

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The Owner In This Shop Allows Stray Dogs To Come In When It Is Dark So That They Can Spend The Nights Safely .. He Put Blankets To Cover The Cold Tiles So Everyone Has A Comfortable Bed .. Such Initiatives Must Be Shared!

The Owner In This Shop Allows Stray Dogs To Come In When It Is Dark So That They Can Spend The Nights Safely .. He Put Blankets To Cover The Cold Tiles So Everyone Has A Comfortable Bed .. Such Initiatives Must Be Shared!

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Retired Nasa Astronaut, Leland Melvin’s Official Portrait

Retired Nasa Astronaut, Leland Melvin’s Official Portrait

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My Son Was Waiting For The School Bus, When I Walked By And Saw This

My Son Was Waiting For The School Bus, When I Walked By And Saw This

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Also, dogs make us a lot more sociable. Think about it, aren't people with canines more approachable? There's always a conversation starter wagging its tail next to them!

Researchers have found that about 40 percent of dog owners have an easier time making friends—these animals really help us to get to know strangers and form new relationships.

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I Got My Pup A Matching Chair So He Would Stop Stealing Mine. Needless To Say, He’s Very Pleased

I Got My Pup A Matching Chair So He Would Stop Stealing Mine. Needless To Say, He’s Very Pleased

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My Son Always Texts To Say He's On His Way Home. So I Open The Door, Letting His 17 Year Old Cat, And 16 Year Old Doggo Know That He's On His Way. This Is Them Waiting For Him. Thought It Was Adorable, And Wanted To Share

My Son Always Texts To Say He's On His Way Home. So I Open The Door, Letting His 17 Year Old Cat, And 16 Year Old Doggo Know That He's On His Way. This Is Them Waiting For Him. Thought It Was Adorable, And Wanted To Share

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This Will Always Be One Of My Favorite Photos Of All Time

This Will Always Be One Of My Favorite Photos Of All Time

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With all of the unconditional love we receive from dogs, it's only fair we do everything in our power to make them feel content too. "For dogs to live a happy, fulfilling life, it is important that their families make sure all their needs are being met, not just the basic ones," Sunny highlighted.

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"Dogs have emotional needs that can be filled by spending time with you and getting attention. They also have mental and intellectual needs that can be met by going on walks and playing games. It is important to look at your dog as a full creature with a developed mind to meet all its emotional, physical, and health needs."

To learn more about how to take care of your pup, visit Best Friends.

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The Goodest Of Girls

The Goodest Of Girls

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Their Dog Hasn’t Eaten Well Since They Brought Their Baby Home

Their Dog Hasn’t Eaten Well Since They Brought Their Baby Home

Their dog hasn’t eaten well since they brought their baby home - dog kept taking food into the living room and leaving it there. Someone suggested the dog might be worried the baby isn’t visibly eating, so is “feeding” the baby. They tried giving the baby a bowl of food at the same time. It worked!

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#18

Two Years And Tons Of Walks Later, Shiloh Has Reached Her Target Weight!!

Two Years And Tons Of Walks Later, Shiloh Has Reached Her Target Weight!!

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Dad Who Didn't Want A Dog Now Tucks Him In For Nap Time

Dad Who Didn't Want A Dog Now Tucks Him In For Nap Time

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Just An Old Dog And His Little Buddy

Just An Old Dog And His Little Buddy

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Lauren Caswell
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Letting it use the paws for rest! Oh gosh how did we get so lucky to have doggies in our lives!

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My Senior(Ish) Dog Can't Swim By Himself Anymore So I Carry Him While He Takes A Dip

My Senior(Ish) Dog Can't Swim By Himself Anymore So I Carry Him While He Takes A Dip

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Ham Saved My Life Yesterday. He Hurt His Paw But I’m Alive Because Of His Bravery. Thank You, Ham. You Are My Best Friend

Ham Saved My Life Yesterday. He Hurt His Paw But I’m Alive Because Of His Bravery. Thank You, Ham. You Are My Best Friend

I was working on my house where I fell and was critically injured. He ran to me and started howling and crying; he tried to drag me and ripped his foot Oppenheimer. Luckily he got my neighbors attention. I should be dead, but he saved me.

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#25

After 9 Years Of Being My Best Friend, He Gets To Be My Best Man

After 9 Years Of Being My Best Friend, He Gets To Be My Best Man

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Spotted This Cutie At The Grocery Store

Spotted This Cutie At The Grocery Store

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

Sweet dog, but breeders must be stopped from creating dogs who live with pain.

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Just A Short-Spined Dog Enjoying Life. His Name Is Quasimodo. Even If You’re Different, You Can Still Enjoy Life

Just A Short-Spined Dog Enjoying Life. His Name Is Quasimodo. Even If You’re Different, You Can Still Enjoy Life

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Find This

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

My dog never listens to me. If they're listening to your dad it means hes good!

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And I Never Thought That 17 Years Later, My Best Friend Would Live To Meet My First Child

And I Never Thought That 17 Years Later, My Best Friend Would Live To Meet My First Child

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Running Through The Lavender

Running Through The Lavender

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My Son Has Noticed How Old Our Dog Is Getting, So He Tries To Comfort Her With His Stuffed Toy Sloth. She Loves It

My Son Has Noticed How Old Our Dog Is Getting, So He Tries To Comfort Her With His Stuffed Toy Sloth. She Loves It

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#35

This Little Dachshund Went From 56 Pounds Down To A Petite 9 Pounds!

This Little Dachshund Went From 56 Pounds Down To A Petite 9 Pounds!

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A German Shepherd Called Capitán Has Slept Next To The Grave Of His Owner Every Night At 6pm For 6 Years (2006-2012)

A German Shepherd Called Capitán Has Slept Next To The Grave Of His Owner Every Night At 6pm For 6 Years (2006-2012)

His owner, Miguel Guzmán died in 2006. Capitán, the dog, disappeared while the family attended the fueral services. A week later reatives of Guzmán were visiting the cemetery when they were astounded to find the dog next to the owner's grave.
The cemetery director says that the dog comes around each night at 6pm, and has done so for the past 6 years!

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#40

3,750 77 Dogs Deserve The Best!

3,750 77 Dogs Deserve The Best!

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Little Dog Doesn’t Like Snow, Bro Human Lays Down Plywood For Her In The Winter So She Can Always Have A Grassy Spot To Potty

Little Dog Doesn’t Like Snow, Bro Human Lays Down Plywood For Her In The Winter So She Can Always Have A Grassy Spot To Potty

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#42

Even After 10 Years, Some Things Never Change

Even After 10 Years, Some Things Never Change

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When It's Bath Time But Your Doggy Doesn't Like His Ears Getting Wet

When It's Bath Time But Your Doggy Doesn't Like His Ears Getting Wet

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#45

This Free Kisses Pup Window!

This Free Kisses Pup Window!

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Stairway To Heaven

Stairway To Heaven

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Our Dog And A Baby Squirrel Just Hanging Out

Our Dog And A Baby Squirrel Just Hanging Out

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I Just Want To Be This Happy

I Just Want To Be This Happy

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#51

I've Never Held A Dog Before. It Was Quite The Experience!

I've Never Held A Dog Before. It Was Quite The Experience!

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Officer Rescues Puppy After Long Shift And Falls Asleep By Her Side At Clinic

Officer Rescues Puppy After Long Shift And Falls Asleep By Her Side At Clinic

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#53

Injured Owner’s Loyal Dog Stays By His Side Showing Him Affection

Injured Owner’s Loyal Dog Stays By His Side Showing Him Affection

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

They look like they're finding comfort in each other. I hope the owner is okay.

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My Best Friend Helping Me Graduate Last May. He Went To Every Class And Internship Hour With Me. 20/10, Highly Educated Doggo

My Best Friend Helping Me Graduate Last May. He Went To Every Class And Internship Hour With Me. 20/10, Highly Educated Doggo

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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I work with a lady who has a support dog like this - she carries her bag, fetches things, opens tricky doors/does lift buttons and at home she loads the washing machine, gets pans out does absolutely allsorts, she is invaluable! She has even been known to transport important documents to our neighbouring office... Though we had to put a stop to that because they tried to steal her adorable little self 😂❤️

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#57

Dad Sleeps Downstairs On Sofa With Senior Dog To Keep Him Company

Dad Sleeps Downstairs On Sofa With Senior Dog To Keep Him Company

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#58

Family Gives Dog A Step Stool So He Can Visit His Friends Across The Wall

Family Gives Dog A Step Stool So He Can Visit His Friends Across The Wall

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#60

First Ride Home..and Every Car Ride Ever Since

First Ride Home..and Every Car Ride Ever Since

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

Awwww he/she looks exactly like the guide dog I fostered and she does the exact same thing too ❤️

#63

Zoe Just Turned 17, But She Still Likes To Party

Zoe Just Turned 17, But She Still Likes To Party

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My Dad Was Worried My Deafblind Dog Wouldn’t Recognize Him After A Year Of Quarantine But I Think She Did

My Dad Was Worried My Deafblind Dog Wouldn’t Recognize Him After A Year Of Quarantine But I Think She Did

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My Dad Claims He Doesn’t Love Our Dog, But He Built This End Table With A Little Hut For Her. If That’s Not Love, I Don’t Know What Is

My Dad Claims He Doesn’t Love Our Dog, But He Built This End Table With A Little Hut For Her. If That’s Not Love, I Don’t Know What Is

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As An Exhausted Amazon Delivery Driver, Customer Dogs Always Get Me Through My Days

As An Exhausted Amazon Delivery Driver, Customer Dogs Always Get Me Through My Days

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

That must be a tough job, glad these friendly dogs brighten your day :)

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I’ll Be Your Pawsonal Assistant

I’ll Be Your Pawsonal Assistant

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Selfie Booth

Selfie Booth

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

I love that you use your time for these important things. Hugs!

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This Is Hunter. He Gets A Little Too Excited At The Dog Park Sometimes And Runs Head On Into Sticks/Branches, So We Got Him Some Ppe To Keep The Dream Alive

This Is Hunter. He Gets A Little Too Excited At The Dog Park Sometimes And Runs Head On Into Sticks/Branches, So We Got Him Some Ppe To Keep The Dream Alive

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My 65 Year Old Dad Sleeping On The Floor With Their Dog After Her Surgery Because She Can’t Go Up The Stairs

My 65 Year Old Dad Sleeping On The Floor With Their Dog After Her Surgery Because She Can’t Go Up The Stairs

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

The amount of dog beds lets me know there is a lot of dog love in this home. :)

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Quarantine Has Been Hard On Me But Also For My Girl. Today We Safely Took A Walk To The Beach And She Swam For The First Time Ever. This Is Her After A Long Day In The Water. Absolutely Exhausted

Quarantine Has Been Hard On Me But Also For My Girl. Today We Safely Took A Walk To The Beach And She Swam For The First Time Ever. This Is Her After A Long Day In The Water. Absolutely Exhausted

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This Is Gunther, The New Owner Of My Heart

This Is Gunther, The New Owner Of My Heart

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My Husband Captured This Photo Of My Dog And I. It Perfectly Describes The Partnership I’ve Built With Her!

My Husband Captured This Photo Of My Dog And I. It Perfectly Describes The Partnership I’ve Built With Her!

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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Terrific picture! Where is that because I’m digging the steampipe energy. Seattle?

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He Got A Star In The Vet Because He Is A Good Boi

He Got A Star In The Vet Because He Is A Good Boi

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Two Weeks Ago, I Adopted A Boy With The Saddest Face From A Nearby Shelter. He's Really Come Out Of His Shell In That Time, And Has Already Grown Attached To Me. Meet Tom Bombadog!

Two Weeks Ago, I Adopted A Boy With The Saddest Face From A Nearby Shelter. He's Really Come Out Of His Shell In That Time, And Has Already Grown Attached To Me. Meet Tom Bombadog!

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Guess Who's 17 Today And Still Has Her Favourite Toy From A Puppy

Guess Who's 17 Today And Still Has Her Favourite Toy From A Puppy

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Wiggles And I 13+ Years Later!

Wiggles And I 13+ Years Later!

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When You're Busy But He Wants Your Attention

When You're Busy But He Wants Your Attention

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Dog Still Thinks She’s Small Enough To Use Her Sister As A Pillow

Dog Still Thinks She’s Small Enough To Use Her Sister As A Pillow

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Dog Can't Believe His Dad Finally Found Him After 200 Days Apart

Dog Can't Believe His Dad Finally Found Him After 200 Days Apart

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I'm 43, Never Had A Dog. My Kids Talked Me Into It And Now I'm A Dog Guy

I'm 43, Never Had A Dog. My Kids Talked Me Into It And Now I'm A Dog Guy

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We Call Her “The Wedge”. She Loves To Squeeze Herself Into Every Chair My Wife Happens To Be Sitting In

We Call Her “The Wedge”. She Loves To Squeeze Herself Into Every Chair My Wife Happens To Be Sitting In

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Equally Deserved

Equally Deserved

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

It breaks my heart that so many people must live on the streets having no decent housing. India has nuclear weapons, yet this weird civilization and government has no humanity in them. How can a civilization in the 21st century can continue to so called untouchables slaves and have nuclear weapons, yet is unable to provide Covid 19 vaccines for all? So many occidental companies have their merchandise made in India, but no of the benefits from worldwide trading are shared with the workers. The cast system is only a way to always have slaves for the ones on top of the pyramid. The ones who work the most are the poorest. This horrible government must change.

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Wholesome Dogs

Wholesome Dogs

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

Emotional support dogs provide such comfort to everyone in a Healthcare facility. Finally a good sleep beside my new friend.

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This Guy Hopped In My Truck Walked With Me To The Door A Posed For A Pic With The Package

This Guy Hopped In My Truck Walked With Me To The Door A Posed For A Pic With The Package

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My Girl Has A Not-So-Secret Admirer At Daycare

My Girl Has A Not-So-Secret Admirer At Daycare

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

Awwww he love her! While at the same time giving off a creepy stalker vibe.

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My Father And My Corgi: Before And After 1 Year

My Father And My Corgi: Before And After 1 Year

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Breakfast Burrito Topped With Black Bean Sour Cream

Breakfast Burrito Topped With Black Bean Sour Cream

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Just Got Home From Adopting This Fella!

Just Got Home From Adopting This Fella!

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My Dogs Most Favorite Person In The World Is My Grandma. It Was Her 89th Birthday Yesterday, He Had To Greet Her With A Proper Hug

My Dogs Most Favorite Person In The World Is My Grandma. It Was Her 89th Birthday Yesterday, He Had To Greet Her With A Proper Hug

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First Time Meeting Our Girl Juno Today!!

First Time Meeting Our Girl Juno Today!!

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The First Time Grandpa Let Them Up Onto His Bed - Clearly It Was Everything She'd Hoped It Would Be, And More

The First Time Grandpa Let Them Up Onto His Bed - Clearly It Was Everything She'd Hoped It Would Be, And More

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#108

My Aunt Got A Kayak For Her Dog

My Aunt Got A Kayak For Her Dog

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Anne
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's super cute, but kinda dangerous.. better put a rope on it so it doesn't accidentally gets caught in a current and doggo goes bye

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#109

Mom Catches Nice Dog Helping Her Daughter With The Laundry

Mom Catches Nice Dog Helping Her Daughter With The Laundry

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#110

There's Still A Lot Of Bad Air Quality In Seattle. My Coworker Got A Special Mask For Her Dog

There's Still A Lot Of Bad Air Quality In Seattle. My Coworker Got A Special Mask For Her Dog

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My Best Friend Had Never Been On A Plane Before. I Thought He’d Be Scared But Loved It!

My Best Friend Had Never Been On A Plane Before. I Thought He’d Be Scared But Loved It!

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Miss Frankfurter
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dogs do not belong in the luggage compartment. They can sometimes get missed being put on the plane and get lost and if the pressures aren't correct in the compartment it can burst their eardrums. That is extremely painful and there they are in a crate all by themselves in so much pain.

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#112

Presenting Rainbow Doggo!! She Holy

Presenting Rainbow Doggo!! She Holy

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