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Examples of Very Strange Taxidermy

Remember the film The Lost Boys ?

Okay, you probably do. It’s about surf punk vampires in the sleepy beach town of Santa Clara, California… “the murder capital of the world.”

Now then, do you remember Grandpa? And his love for taxidermy?

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Remember how much it creeped out Corey Haim’s character?

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That’s kind of how I feel about taxidermy. It makes me uncomfortable and I really don’t think I’d be able to fall asleep in a room where a moose head or a stuffed squirrel would be staring at me while I lay there…

But that’s just me.

Maybe you love it. Maybe your whole house is covered in dead animals.

Whatever the case, I can assure you that even taxidermy lovers will be unsettled by these misfires…let’s take a look.

1. A spitting image.

The nose ring is a nice touch.

2. Might want to re-do the eyes.

Just a thought…

3. What am I looking at here?

I never need to see that again.

4. Poor little guy…

I wonder what happened to him…

5. My eyes!

This is truly horrifying.

6. The gang’s all here!

And they are super creepy.

7. Read the caption on this one…

This might be the scariest thing I’ve ever seen.

8. That escalated quickly.

Sometimes, things spiral out of control…

9. Looking good!

Also…sorry that you’re actually dead…

10. A very motley crew.

Get a load of these guys.

11. It really spices up the room.

Don’t you think?

12. An interesting choice.

On top of the world!

13. Look deep into my eyes.

On second thought…don’t…

14. Now this I might actually own…

But that’s a big MAYBE…

15. Care to explain this one?

I can’t look at it…yet I can’t look away…

16. This house is now cursed.

You brought this on yourself!

Do you have any photos of weird and creepy taxidermy?

If so, please share them with us in the comments!

We’d love to hear from you!

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Awesome Tattoos That People Got of Their Cats

I love when I see folks who have tattooed their pets onto their bodies. It’s a lifetime commitment, just like your relationship with your dogs and cats!

They always have a great story about their beloved dogs and cats and they’re always very willing to tell you all about the lives of their furry friends.

I mean, those pets are inked onto their bodies permanently, after all.

Here are some really awesome tattoos that we think you’ll love of peoples’ cats.

Let’s enjoy these together! Meow!

1. Come on out of your hiding place!

Now we can see you!

2. This one is awesome.

Out in the woods.

3. A fully-formed kitty.

Full moon cat! I like it!

4. This is really cool.

It’s so creative!

5. This cat got the cartoon treatment.

And it looks great!

6. Very cool!

I love the colors on this one.

7. In her favorite shark costume!

She loves it!

my girlfriend’s tattoo of her cat in a shark costume and her actual cat in a shark costume from aww

8. That’s you on her arm!

I hope you like it!

9. This is classic.

And it speaks the truth.

10. Don’t get too close…

This cat looks very wary of you.

11. An awesome one!

Making a mess!

My cat patronus tattoo done by Pike at Tattoo Charlies in Louisville KY from tattoos

12. Give me a paw bump.

Best friends forever.

13. Fly this broom to the moon!

Check out this group.

14. Two peas in a pod.

These two look like they’re good buddies.

Now we want to hear from you!

Do you have any tattoos of your pets?

If so, please share some pics of them with us in the comments.

We can’t wait to hear from you!

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Cats Are Very Weird… and Here’s the Evidence!

CATS ARE TOTAL WEIRDOS.

A switch just seems to flip in them randomly and they go totally nuts and all bets are off as to whether they’ve completely lost it or not.

Is it an act? Is it all a conspiracy to trick the humans of Earth?

What the heck is going on here?

Whatever way you look at it, it’s real and there’s nothing you can do to control it.

CATS ARE JUST CRAZY…and we have to live with it.

Here are some hilarious pictures that people shared on the “What’s Wrong With Your Cat?” page on Reddit.

Enjoy!

1. Hello? Can I get some attention?

I think that probably worked…

Cat raising paw to gain attention from WhatsWrongWithYourCat

2. Beware of these cats when you’re in the bathroom.

You never know when they’ll strike.

The rare and extremely dangerous trouser cat from WhatsWrongWithYourCat

3. He’s watching you.

There’s no escape.

My cat sleeps with his eyes wide open sometimes and it’s creepy as hell from WhatsWrongWithYourCat

4. What’s going on here?

And why are you sitting like that?

I find her sitting like this all the time. from WhatsWrongWithYourCat

5. Strike a pose, there’s nothing to it.

What do you call this one?

She tried out a new pose on the stairs today from WhatsWrongWithYourCat

6. Flying through the air!

To save the day!

Superhero pose! from WhatsWrongWithYourCat

7. I hope you can get out of there.

That doesn’t look safe. Or fun.

Cheers from WhatsWrongWithYourCat

8. Not the brightest cat in the world.

You like that?

He likes sleeping on metal spikes. He’s not smart. from WhatsWrongWithYourCat

9. Can’t figure out which end is which.

Hello. Are you okay?

Just taking a nap ? from WhatsWrongWithYourCat

10. Okay, come on in.

She’s safe and snug in her raft.

She yells until I let her join me in the bathtub from WhatsWrongWithYourCat

11. What makes you say that?

Let me in!

I think he wants to come inside. from WhatsWrongWithYourCat

12. I love this cat.

She’s in charge and she knows it.

The whisker demon has returned to assert dominance while I clean up her hairball. from WhatsWrongWithYourCat

How about you?

What kinds of weird things do your kitties do that make you question their sanity?

Talk to us in the comments! And share some photos as well!

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Photos of a 433-Pound Gorilla Getting a COVID Test Have Freaked Out the Internet

If you have to get a medical procedure taken care of, getting tested for COVID-19 is just part of the process right now.

It turns out this is true even if you are a 433-pound gorilla.

Shango is a gorilla who recently got into a fight with his brother. He was injured and needed to have a few wounds tended to.

Before the team assisting him could dive in, they had to make sure he didn’t have COVID-19, which turns into coronavirus.

Someone was on hand to document the entire experience, and the photos of Shango getting his COVID test have completely startled the internet.

It all started when a member of the team at the Miami Zoo shared the news to Twitter.

First, they had to weigh Shango, which in and of itself is a feat.

GORILLA TREATED FOR BITE WOUNDS AND RECEIVES COVID-19 TESTSWARNING – some of the images may be considered too graphic…

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Once his test came back negative, the team had to get X-rays to see if Shango had any damage to his bone. He also needed an ultrasound, to be checked for tuberculosis, and to have his teeth looked at.

Zoo Miami Associate Veterinarian Dr. Rodney Schnellbacher, prepares to intubate Shango

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The team even had to intubate Shango.

The Animal Health Team intubates Shango

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Since most of us will never, ever see a gorilla in real life, let alone one in this state, the photos are definitely jarring.

An intubated Shango is under general anesthesia while a variety of procedures are performed

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The Miami Zoo team also performed several of the procedures at the same time, so that Shango wasn’t under anesthesia for too long.

The Animal Health Team performs a variety of procedures while Veterinary Technician, Abby Sigward, monitors anesthesia

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If you’ve had a COVID-19 test performed, you will recognize this next bit!

Shango has a nasal sample taken for COVID-19 testing

Posted by Zoo Miami on Friday, July 10, 2020

The team also checked Shango’s eyes to make sure he’s doing okay.

Zoo Miami Associate Veterinarian, Dr. Rodney Schnellbacher, examines Shango’s eyes

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Shango suffered a bite on his right arm, and the team at the Zoo x-rayed it to check it out.

Bite wound on Shango’s left hand

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One of the technicians at the zoo cleaned up Shango’s teeth.

Shango receives a dental cleaning

Posted by Zoo Miami on Friday, July 10, 2020

If you’re curious, this is Barney, the brother who beat up Shango in the first place.

Barney, 23Barney is famous for Gorilla vs Goose videos from 2013 and 2014

Posted by Sedgwick County Zoo on Friday, May 12, 2017

Brothers, am I right?

Isn’t this story pretty amazing? That gorilla is huge! Let us know which part surprised you the most in the comments!

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10 Interesting Facts for You to Enjoy Today

We all need a break…a FACT break, that is!

And we think we have some damn good ones lined up for you to look at that will make you think about the world in a new and interesting way.

Hey, it’s what we do…and we LOVE doing it!

So dive into this set of facts and feel free to share it with your family and friends.

Enjoy!

1. That is horrifying.

Can you imagine these creatures roaming around?

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2. A true story.

And a tragic one.

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3. That should get them to talk.

Let’s start from the beginning…

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4. That’s kind of crazy to think about.

Did you know about this?

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5. Mayday! Mayday!

Make sure you use it the correct way.

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6. Women are survivors.

And they always have been.

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7. I wish they lived to be 80…

But, such is life…

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8. I love this idea!

Let’s bring it over here!

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9. Stop and smell the roses.

It’s good for you.

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10. And they never forgot this…

They’re still kind of worshipped, aren’t they?

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How about you?

Have you seen any facts or interesting stories lately that have really caught your eye?

Share them with us in the comments.

Please and thank you!

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Fascinating Facts That’ll Make You Think

Ready to put your thinking cap on?

I know I sure am!

In that case, we’re happy to present you with another set of great facts that will stimulate your brain and make you ponder all kinds of facets of life.

What else could you ask for, really?!?!

Are you ready to get your learnin’ on?

Let’s do it together!

1. Let’s see how rich you are…

Let me see your pineapple, sir.

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2. It happens to even the most famous people.

All throughout history…

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3. This makes a lot of sense.

Kids need their fathers.

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4. Monkeys using money.

They’re pretty sharp, aren’t they?

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5. Well, that’s a relief.

Forgetfulness is okay!

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6. Mind your business.

He was a smart man.

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7. This guy! Right here!

I’m very thankful for this invention.

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8. Is this obscene?

No, but this is hilarious.

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9. I did not know that!

Very interesting stuff!

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10. An offer he couldn’t refuse.

That sounds like a very loud cat!

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Now we want to hear from you.

Have you seen any really interesting facts or articles lately?

If so, please share them with us in the comments.

Thanks in advance!

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This Artist Creates Adorable Felt Cats With Big Personalities

We can’t get enough cats, and this Russian artist gives us one more reason to rejoice!

Elizabeth Delektorskaya’s felt kitty creations are the stuff of “aww!” They look like they could come to life at any moment, not as real cats, necessarily, but as their big-eyed, animated counterparts (think Puss and Boots from Shrek.)

The kitties come complete with precious whiskers, little pointed ears, and sparkling eyes that reveal their mischievous and loveable personalities. Delektorskaya has added accessories, including matching scarves and collars, giving each cat a distinct character.

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КОТИК ДОМ НАШЁЛ / SOLD☀? ENG⏬ Посвящается всем, кто хотел этим летом на море ? Кот выполнен в технике сухое валяние. Высота 9 см, лапы и хвост на проволочной основе, глаза стеклянные. В комплект с котом входит: стакан с соком, шезлонг, пальма (высота пальмы 12 см, ствол на проволочной основе). * * SOLD. The cat is made using the technique of dry felting. The height of the cat is 9 cm, the legs and tail are on a wire basis, the eyes are glass. The kit includes: a cat, a glass of juice, a deck chair, a palm tree (12 cm high, a barrel on a wire base). * * #feltingtoys #cutetoys #kitty #handmade #catlove #cat #miniature #wool #wooltoy #cattoy #felting #валяние #сухоеваляние #рукоделие #игрушкручнойработы #котигрушка #feltingwool #needlework #фелтинг #woolsculpture #войлочныеинрушки #шерсть #коллекционнаяигрушка #авторскаяигрушка #животные #animal #ручнаяработа #кот

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Some look like they are ready to play with a massive ball of yarn, while others give the distinct impression they just want to cuddle. Whatever their choice, it’s fine by us.

Delektorskaya, who hails from Severodvinsk, Russia, creates these adorable kittens from 100% natural sheep’s wool and a unique dry felting technique. Depending upon their complexity, and how much of the kitten she’s making (just the face or the whole body), she spends anywhere from 3 hours to 7 days on one piece.

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КОТИК ДОМ НАШЁЛ/SOLD Котик выполнен в технике сухое валяние. Высота 17 см, голова и верхние лапки подвижные поворачиваются, глазки стеклянные. * * * SOLD ❤ The cat is made using the technique of dry felting. Height 17 cm, head and upper legs moveable, eyes are glass. 100% handmade. * * * * #feltingtoys #cutetoys #kitty #handmade #catlove #cat #miniature #wool #wooltoy #cattoy #felting #валяние #сухоеваляние #рукоделие #игрушкручнойработы #котигрушка #feltingwool #needlework #фелтинг #woolsculpture #войлочныеинрушки #шерсть #коллекционнаяигрушка #авторскаяигрушка #животные #animal #ручнаяработа #кот

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Delektorskaya shows off all her many cat creations on Instagram. There’s no word as to whether you can commission any, but if you have a friend that reads and writes Russian, perhaps they can help you find out.

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Брошь "Спящий котёнок" В наличии нет/ Sold * Брошечка выполнена в технике сухое валяние из натуральной овечьей шерсти. Размер 8*8 см, в самом широком месте, где ушки ширина 10 см. * * Sold. This brooch is created using the technique of dry felting from sheep’s wool. 100% handmade. Size: 8 * 8cm. In the widest part, where the ears are 10 cm wide. * * #feltedcat #felting #felt #needlefelting #wool #feltedbrooch #artwool #artdoll #handmadetoy #handmade #catfelting #catlove #broochcat #брошькот #валяние #сухоеваляние #интерьернаяигрушка #брошь #брошьваляная #ручнаяработа #рукоделие #творчество

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She wants people to know that, although her felt four-legged friends are cuddly, they are indeed fragile; they are pieces of art and should be handled with extreme care.

While of these cute kitties are your favorites? Let us know in the comments below!

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Letting Spiders Live Can Actually Help Out in Your Home

We’ve all encountered a spider or two in our homes. And in most cases, we kill it as quickly as we found it.

But in actuality, letting those scary-looking creatures live could actually benefit your home. While spiders may send fear down your spine, they play an important part in our indoor ecosystem.

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Though most people would like to believe that spiders exist only in nature, they can be found in most homes. Whether accidentally trapped or simply stopping by for an unwelcomed visit, spiders will take up residence in your home.

And while that may seem sinister, it actually is a great thing for your home.

Matt Bertone and his colleagues conducted a visual survey of 50 North Carolina homes to determine just exactly what type of arachnids live under people’s roofs. It turns out that every home had spiders crawling around.

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The most common species they found were cobweb spiders and cellar spiders—both of which build webs in order to trap potential prey. Cellar spiders take things a step further by mimicking prey in order to trick their cousins into becoming dinner.

So how does letting spiders live benefit your home?

Well, spiders capture nuisance pests and disease-carrying insects like mosquitoes that could pose a potential problem for you and the rest of the inhabitants in your home.

In fact, there’s even a species of jumping spiders that specifically like to dine on blood-filled mosquitoes.

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In most cases, spiders present no real harm to humans. So even if you encounter a spider the next time you’re cleaning out your cluttered closet, consider letting it live so that the natural ecosystem can continue thriving.

And if you really can’t stomach the thought of a spider residing in your home, at least capture and release it outside.

Do you have a fear of spiders? What do you do when you encounter one in your home?

Tell us more in the comments below!

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Funny Dog Memes That Will Remind You Why We Love Our Furry Friends So Much

Let’s go!

Who’s a good boy?!?! Who’s a good girl?!?!

I find myself saying this out loud lately…even though I don’t currently have a dog. Is that weird?

Oh well, it is what is it! Because I love dogs! LOVE ‘EM!

And I think you probably do too if you happened to click on this link, am I right?

Are you ready for a heaping dose of wholesome dog memes?

I know I am! Let’s do it!

Enjoy!

1. I can’t get enough of this.

And neither can you!

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2. Always barking at something.

What was that?!?!

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3. This dog is in the zone.

Good luck on catching that squirrel!

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4. I really wish UPS drivers looked like this.

But we’re still waiting…

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5. What are you guys talking about?

Let me in on it!

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6. What are you looking at?

Don’t mess with Dwayne.

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7. I gotta be somewhere.

So I’ll take my chances.

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8. This is a HUGE emergency.

What do I do?!?!

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9. This is amazing.

The hot dog bun of shame.

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10. I’ll show you!

Now who’s in charge?

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11. You’ll be just fine, Michelle.

Just focus on yourself for now.

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12. A much-needed break.

The life of a mom.

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13. I needed this today.

And I want him!

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14. Man, I really hope so.

This would be a nice way to be greeted in the afterlife.

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Now we want to meet your pooches!

In the comments, please share some pics of your dogs and tell us a little bit about them.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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Funny Dog Memes to Soothe Your Soul

If I’m having a really horrible day, I like to always do the same thing to soothe my soul…I look at dog memes!

Every single time it helps me to calm down, be happy, and have a better day.

If you don’t believe me, you should give it a shot!

Here are 15 great dog memes that should do the trick.

Are you ready for some soothing? Let’s do it together!

Enjoy!

1. His new favorite thing!

Why not? He looks great!

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2. All the puppies are captivated.

Keep going, keep going!

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3. Oh…it’s you again…

Weren’t you just here yesterday?

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4. Man, you’re so freakin’ cool!

I hope to be this cool one day…

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5. Don’t even think twice about it.

Just go for it!

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6. I will definitely believe this news anchor.

And that’s the only one I trust!

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7. I think that means yes.

But ask her again to be sure.

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8. And…one and two and three and four!

Now you’re getting it!

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9. Not a little dog anymore.

But you can’t say no, can you?

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10. Uggghhhh. Can’t get motivated.

Might even be time for a nap.

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11. Charlie seems like your typical seventh-grader.

He is one cool dude.

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12. This is too much.

What a fashion plate.

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13. This is all I need.

Okay, I’m ready!

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14. I’ve seen this type before.

Turn off that damn music!

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15. Oh, Maisie!

I think I’m in love…again…

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Will you do us a HUGE favor?

Share a photo of your doggo in the comments and tell us a little bit about them!

We can’t wait to meet them.

Please and thank you!

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