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<p>It was raining cats and dogs yesterday in Kuala Lumpur &#8211; all thanks to <span style="color: #ff0000;"><a style="color: #ff0000;" href="https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/leisure/2023/08/23/have-fun-and-find-a-new-furry-friend-at-the-ruff-loves-adoption-drive/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ruff Love</a></span>!</p>
<p>Dedicated to rescuing and rehoming abandoned animals in the Klang Valley, Ruff Love hosted its <span style="color: #ff0000;"><a style="color: #ff0000;" href="https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/videos/h9V_wTZUV7U/get-to-know-paws-and-cocktails/?playlistId=PLKe9JQ8opkECd7X7RJ6WjKEW9TX39kERS" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Paws &amp; Cocktails</a></span> drive at Jama KL in Mont Kiara.</p>
<p>Thirty-one animals were up for adoption and, happily, six found new homes.</p>
<p>Pet lovers also brought along their companions for an adorable costume contest &#8211; from a Pikachu pup to a bumblebee poodle!</p>
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Furry friends find new homes thanks to Ruff Love

Yesterday's adoption drive in Mont Kiara, KL, also featured furkids dressed up for an adorable costume contest.

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