WTOP/Scott Gelman

WTOP/Scott Gelman

WTOP/Scott Gelman

WTOP/Scott Gelman

WTOP/Scott Gelman

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As Amy Creel walked around at Knine Rescue in Maryland on Friday afternoon, a familiar pack of dogs barked, whined and begged for her attention.

Kristen, a Scottish terrier mix with a pink collar, excitedly jumped into Creel’s arms. After petting her a few times, she put the young dog back on the floor. She launched into her arms again.

Creel, the rescue’s president, said Kristen is one of many surrendered dogs the shelter has welcomed in recent weeks. The rise in families giving up their dogs started when pet owners were detained or deported.

It continued because of the high cost of living, and it’s increased again because of the government shutdown, Creel said.

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