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6 adoptable pets in the Las Vegas Valley, Nov. 10, 2016 — PHOTOS

Cody, Kiss 4 Homeless Animals

Bubba, Happy Home

Nalin, Hearts Alive

Lori, Nevada SPCA

Judge, Paws 4 Love

Yukio, The Animal Foundation

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November 9, 2016 - 11:30 am

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