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Pet of The Week: Meet Oreo

This pooch is looking for a home.

Sweet and friendly. That's how his caretakers at North Shore Animal League America describe Oreo.

Oreo is an affectionate and playful young male who needs a home. If you are looking to adopt a dog who is good with older kids, Oreo may be a perfect fit for your family.

Oreo is very energetic. He would do well in a home where there is strong leadership, his caretakers say.

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Owning and caring for a dog can be good for your health, and good for your family. According to NSALA, studies that caring for a pet can decrease blood pressure, cholesterol and triglyceride levels and help to lessen depression, anxiety and loneliness. What's more it teaches children responsibility and compassion.

So, stop by NSALA and meet Oreo, or some of the other animals. Since 1944, NSALA has saved nearly 1 million dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens. NSALA is open 365 days a year, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Learn more.

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