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THURSDAY, AUGUST 9, 2012 THE NEW TANNER 7 HOMELESS & BEREFT: Patches (left) and Peanut need a home. Their owner recently died of cancer and there is no one to care for the nine-year-old dogs, which are a King Charles Spaniel/Shitzu mix, and would be devastated if they had to be split up. ­ Frances Learment photo Peanut and Patches are bereft with the recent cancer death of their Acton owner ­ but the nine-year-old King Charles Spaniel/Shitzu mixes ­ a brother and sister ­ would be devastated if they had to be split up to find new homes. Two Acton dogs need a home after owner dies Heartfelt pleas to find a new owner for the dogs have been posted on several bulletin boards around Acton, including one at the Acton arena that includes pictures of the dogs and a handwritten note. In part, it reads, "our hearts would break if we were separated. We are gentle and kind. We are house trained. We love walks, snuggles and hugs and kisses." The notes said the dogs have a lifespan of 16 to 18 years, and urges anyone who wants "a lot of love in their life" to call 519-853-9483. WE'RE ON HOLIDAY From August 11 To Re-Open on August 26 ACTON MOTORS 519-853-1280