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Celebrate! October is Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month! 25% Off All Dog Adoptions!

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Celebrate! October is National Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month. Each year millions of people find a devoted housemate at their local shelter. "Make Adoption Your First Option this October, "Make your house a home…adopt a shelter dog!"

Whether you want an exercise buddy, a best friend, a constant companion for an aging parent or simply a fuzzy face to greet you after a hard day at work, an adopted dog can be all of these — and more. Adopt-A-Dog Month is the perfect time for people to adopt a shelter dog and experience the joy!

The Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter has dogs of every type, size, age and personality waiting for loving homes. Visit us this October to find to find that new best buddy. We will have adoption specials and free gifts too!

Nothing says "welcome home" like a wagging tail and a pair of warm brown eyes.