Went to rescue little dude on his day of euthanasia in Eastern NC. Find out his sister was also there - what am I going to do, leave her??

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I paint euthanized shelter dogs to raise awareness about the shelter plight.

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My husband and our foster up for adoption. They both look so proud lol

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That is straight up one of the cutest dogs I've ever seen

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This is Colter, his last owners were abusive and he lost a leg. He is now in his forever home and happy as can be. So am I!

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The inspiration for this subreddit has passed away.

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The newest foster baby

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My name is Harley 🐶I’m a rescue beauty and I love to watch videos with daddy 💕

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Me and my girl, Nina.

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Before/after

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My best friend crossed the 🌈 bridge yesterday at 15. Adopted him at 3 months. Farewell, my man, and thank you.

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my little black

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Rescued this sweet girl on Monday, she was set to be euthanized today! I wasn’t going to get her because I was still mourning my dog of 8 years that I put down a few days prior, but I couldn’t stop thinking about her. She’s the best!

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Before & after 🥺

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Brought home this boy from a shelter yesterday

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Dakota is 15 now. I’ve had him for 5 years.

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I rescued a giant by accident and idk what to do or how to handle him

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Picked up Murphy from the pound on Thursday.

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One year of being spoiled after being dumped in the desert pregnant with 10 babies

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Our poor rescue baby is terrified of the fireworks tonight :(

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New foster pup. Foster fail in the making

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i’m picking up this foster puppy tomorrow. two hours from now she was gonna be euthanized. i’m sobbing.

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Senior big boy looking for adoption

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We inherited a senior dog from a family member that passed..

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Said goodbye today

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My happy rescue boy.

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Get to pick up this sweet boy Monday! Suggestions for names are encouraged!

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RIP Wilson 💔🐾 The hero dog, Wilson found the four children, stayed and protected them every day for 2 weeks in the deep Amazonian jungle... #respect

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Saying goodbye

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I have been asked to longer bring Booger to adoption days

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10 years ago today, we started fostering Molly, starting us on a journey that has resulted in 437 foster dogs coming through our home to date

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Pepper is on her way home — more updates to come! ⛅️🏡♥️

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This pretty girl just tested negative for heart worm and is now 100% dog and 0% worm

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Olive, saved from a kill shelter by redditors

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Just had his 4th potential adopter back out on him...

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Meet Sunshine - My vet could not euthanize her when her owners asked

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PSA: Dogs can donate blood! Biscuit is type-O blood (universal donor) so we bring her in to donate ~once a month. They load her up with pets and treats and she helps to save so many doggo lives!! Take your good boys and girls (most animal hospitals will do it) :)

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Found this old man running around during a storm yesterday

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Today was my second day as a volunteer at a shelter. These two troopers that I adopted 8 months ago inspired me to do this.

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freedom ride for this baby girl

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Home needed mobile Alabama

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Our foster puppy Henry was adopted and returned four times before becoming a permanent member of our family.

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After battling cancer and heart disease for 3 years, my boy went to his resting place this weekend. I never knew his age, his breed, or his origin, but none of that ever mattered to me. He was the best friend I ever could have ever asked for. Hug your rescues for me tonight please ❤️

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Last minute shelter save

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picked up from the rescue a little over a month ago, she's 13 weeks now and likes to eat breakfast with me. she's my best buddy

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Azelle died tonight. She was 18, this is the last photo I took of her. Only 3 kilos and yet her absence already feels massive.

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Rescued 13 yo Nancy today from the shelter

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Ghosted after meeting a potential adopter over the weekend...

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Although I came third in Best Rescue, I am very pleased!

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At least one of us is protected from an unplanned pregnancy!

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This is Digger - he’s going to his final resting place on Tuesday and I’m heartbroken. I want to show how much of a beautiful boy he is.

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Last minute shelter pull

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My 7 year old with our rescue. This is love. This is home.

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My senior foster, Leonard

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Lewis is happy he got adopted.

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Farewell to you my friend 💔

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I lost my sweet senior boy last week, and it hurts...

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My buddy Bin and I are on the news! Thank you so much to r/rescuedogs and a few other Sub-Reddit for making this possible!

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Meet Sal. He’s my newest foster boy. He’s had a horrible first 5 years. He’s terrified of everything. But we’re going to teach him life and people don’t have to hurt or be scary.

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Saying goodbye in a few hours to my best girl.

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Someone dumped a 6 week old puppy on the road. It took two days at a culvert with animal control involved to get her out... Introducing Faye. I wonder what breed she is

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RIP Mr. Hoopy

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Went from sleeping under cars to getting tucked into bed

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Went to the local shelter, that face instantly got me

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My wife is a park ranger and found this Shar Pei stray with scars and scabs. Our local shelter considered him to be a level 5 and waived all adoption fees to get rid of him. We adopted him and he's found love I'm sure he's never felt before.

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Vet tech’s rescue dog shot and killed by police in Waco,TX

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My first rescue. She passed last night, she was the best girl.

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Before/after of the 5yo rescue dog we adopted last week

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Rescued this girly with a broken hip and an injured face

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Happy 3rd Adoption Anniversary to one of the best dogs in the world!

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Got her at roughly 6 months. She's over 5 now. but she'll always be my baby

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Injured Puppy Needs Donations

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Pops is running free. He left me a heart ❤️

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Sad day for our house, our 13 yo rescue, Sammy has crossed over the rainbow bridge. We will miss your sweet, loving soul and happy smile. 🐕🐾🌈 You left paw prints forever on our hearts.

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Meet my sweet rescue baby Gomez 🥺 he was rescued from an horrific and abusive hellhole finally escaped and was run over and left to die. He will have been my baby for four years in few weeks. After all he's been through he still somehow loves humans.

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The face you make when you change your name and move to a different city to escape being put down at the shelter. 💕 Willow 💗

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Just brought home our first ever foster dog! Her name is Doozy, she’s 10 years old, and she is just sweet as the day is long. Thanks to the folks on this sub for the tips and advice about fostering. We’re ready for the adventure!

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I was going to throw out this memory foam mattress because it’s too soft and giving me terrible back pain, but my Romanian rescue Velma tried it and now refuses to sleep anywhere else. I guess I’m stuck with a massive mattress in the middle of my bedroom floor now.

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Our last picture of Gracie before her Rainbow Bridge crossing. She passed at 15. We adopted her when she was 3, pregnant, and scrounging the Pittsburgh streets. Our friends called her “New Money”. I also know she is the worlds first actual Cat-Dog . Rest In Peace my baby.

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Is there a GQ magazine for pups? Because I think he belongs on the cover ✨

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There are no words to describe our love for him. It is just pure emotion. Almost one year with us and we can’t imagine life without him 🧡

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Truth

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First night with us after over 6 months in kennels.

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RIP my rescue Brody!

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Help Duckie find a wheelchair in the SE US! Duckie is 30lbs & brand new to rescue via an open intake county kill shelter, with no use of his back legs. He has a wonderful foster home and rescue support, and we are hunting for a wheelchair near Savannah, GA! Any orgs or leads on hand-me-downs?

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[UPDATE] After 7 months in the shelter, SPCA Tampa Bay’s longest term resident goes home!!!

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2 years to the day since I picked up this happy chap.

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Living her best post shelter life in our guest room which she has claimed as her room

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Johnny is celebrating his 1st birthday today!! Rescued 9 months ago. We are in love!

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Welcome home to the goodest girl :)))

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Syrian refugee pup 🥺

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Sick Abandoned Dog 6 Months Transformation~

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Returned from my first weekend without her. Think she missed me.

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This is Ollie. People moved out and left him. What kind of dog? What do I do? Any advice welcome never had a dog here.

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This is Ella, our local PD stress relief service dog, also a rescue. She recently hosted a coloring contest and this was her winner announcement.

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Picked up my rescue queen yesterday!

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Adopted Murphy a few days ago. He’s 5. He doesn’t understand leashes, doesn’t know any basic commands, but he’s the sweetest boy and I’m excited for our new journey together.

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My name is Gizmo and Im a rescue dog from lithuania now living in Finland with My loving family ❤️🇫🇮

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Yesterday we added Denver to the family, a Catahoula Leopard Dog, who was soon to be euthanized

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Bringing home my new friend and looking for help on deciding a new name.

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16 years adoption anniversary today!

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I found him June 2nd wandering the streets of backwoods Virginia. I was never able to find owners. he had no collar or chip. I decided to keep him. best decision ever. He is Gerald

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Lost my shadow a month ago now. I was in the hospital for 4 days recently and whenever I was scared I would cry out for her. Not a human, but my dog. Her love never leaves - the feeling is within me - love you forever Gracie and thanks for comforting me in the hospital! Adopted at 3, 🌈 bridge at 15.

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UPDATE: Snoopy has been rescued! He will soon be up for adoption via Forgotten Dogs Rescue in WA. He was at Franklin Humane Society for about 2 years. He's a senior dog with Cushing's Disease. Please boost and share so we can find him his forever home!

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My best boy on his one year adoption anniversary

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My foster does not understand the meaning of personal space

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Adopting these 2 rescue dogs together was the best decision I could possibly make

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This puppy needs help in Houston by 1 today! Only 8 weeks old! Terrified! Will be euthanized!

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We found this poor boy starving and injured in the woods yesterday. We want to try and get him back to health and save him!

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Picked her off the shelter website in December. Quite a glow up.

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Found a dog

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Got this puppy from the shelter three days ago. Despite being a former stray and way underweight, he has been absolutely nothing but loving and sweet from the second we got him.

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Did I rescue the most photogenic, cutest dog in the world? I sure think so. This is Scout and he’s my world.

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Rescued a scared, malnourished Scottish terrier from our local shelter in September. He had never encountered stairs, beds, toys, or chews before. He paced endlessly for weeks. Here he is now, safe and comfy with his person ❤️

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A few weeks ago a friend reached out that her neighbors rescued a mama dog and litter and my bf and I helped them all find loving homes 💖 they were abandoned for 3 days, separated with no food and water. Now they all get to be puppies and mama is getting spayed 🥰

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Saying goodbye

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Officially a foster fail

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picked up from the rescue a little over a month ago, she's 13 weeks now and likes to eat breakfast with me. she's my best buddy

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This is Nina, 9y old rescue doing her annual visit to the vet! 6y since she was rescued 💖 Isn't she pretty? 😍

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Urgent foster needed in NYC/Northeast US

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Just got a rescue today

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Send good vibes for my boy Renji 😭 2nd emergency room trip coming.

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This very good girl is having surgery today

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BROWNIE HAS BEEN ADOPTED

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URGENT HELP! These dogs are about to be put down TOMORROW (7/17) 6pm. If anyone can FOSTER or ADOPT, it would give them a second chance! Located at : County of Santa Clara Animal Services 12425 Monterey Hwy, San Martin, CA 95046. (408) 686-3900

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Marshal Sasha went from the kill list at an overcrowded shelter to conquering mountains

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My first dog passed away on 21st September

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Anyone in LA area that could help foster for 6 days while Rose awaits transport?

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Senior dog, Jawz; UPDATE

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He rescued me almost 17 years ago! He doesn’t see or hear much anymore, but still manages to boss me around. ❤️

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This is Mer! The little guy who changed my mind on rescue dogs! When we got him he had no fur, a mouth full of rotten teeth and was severely malnourished. Now he’s the happiest little guy in the world with no teeth. Rescue dogs forever!

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My first dog (also a rescue) used to pass out in my arms within minutes. My current dog who I rescued just over a year ago is finally starting to relax enough to do the same. Last night was the first time he relaxed into my arms and starting snoring within minutes. 🥹

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Someone got arrested today

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my rescue dog Aspen

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Our 4yo has Norovirus. Penny has not left her side. She was the same with me when I had morning sickness. She is an amazing soul.

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This is Doctor! He’s a shelter pup and the best behaved boy in the world!

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My 7 year old with our rescue. This is love. This is home.

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He’s trying his hardest

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Seven years with this beautiful girl. Was more than a little hesitant when the shelter was willing to drive 70 miles to re-home her, but eternally grateful we took the gamble.

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I think this is the cutest photo I’ve ever taken of Kane

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Happy holidays!

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First two hours at home and Moca has already settled in her bed! (Featuring Oz the Octopus)

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The pup I rescued last year and her Lab bestfriend

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Jaws our 12 year old asymmetrical rescue. Happy, playful and healthy... and so is he.

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i coudn't imagine the perfect dog even if i tried. then i got her

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Deogie’s Backyard Rescue needs support Buckatunna Mississippi and dog needs home

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Sammy living his best life. Before and after adoption. ❤️

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Rescued from a highway at 5 months, Harley's been with us for 3+ years. She just turned 4. Time flies.

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