shelter dogs
Awaiting adoption canines
Shelter dogs are dogs housed in animal shelters, typically strays, abandoned pets, or animals surrendered by owners who can no longer care for them.
The phrase often carries an implicit appeal—shelter dogs need homes, and adopting one is seen as virtuous compared to buying from breeders: We got our shelter dog three years ago and she's the sweetest thing.
- kennelEnclosure for hounds
- poundWeight, strike, or kennel
- euthanasiaDeliberate death for relief
- doghouseOutdoor pet shelter
- adoptionLegal family formation
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- animal sheltersdog runs, pet adoption, adoption fees, stray animals, foster care
- stray dogsstrays, ferals
- petsdog, cats, puppy, kitten, cat