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Elderly shelter dog’s bid to find a forever home

Elderly shelter dog brings cuddly toys to everyone who walks past her kennel
  • Peanut, a seven-year-old pitbull, consistently carries a cuddly toy to greet visitors at her kennel and takes one on walks, hoping to find a permanent home.
  • Transferred to the Humane Society of Broward County (HSBC) in Florida, Peanut was frequently overlooked for adoption due to her age.
  • Despite her situation, HSBC described her as "silly, sweet, and full of love" and decided to post a video showcasing her with her beloved toys.
  • The video successfully encouraged someone to adopt Peanut, and she has now found her forever home.
  • Watch the video in full above.
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