On Oct. 1, Campus Ministry held the Dog Days event in Garvey Park, allowing students and anyone else on campus to come hang out, get free food and play with some furry friends.

As October, begins it is wonderful to see that weather is warm and beautiful, unlike last year’s dreary fall.
Sami Rapp photos: These photos show members of the Mercyhurst community united on Oct. 1 for the first of this year's Dog Days, put together by Campus Ministry to allow students to unwind by playing with animals.
With classes picking up and stress levels rising, having Sadie, Jett and Morgan, three very playful four-legged friends, on campus allowed everyone to enjoy this great fall weather, while getting a chance to blow of some steam.

It does not feel like it, but four short weeks ago school started. Now midterms are coming up in just a few more weeks.

Having the puppies on campus was a little reminder not to let the little things in your day get you down.
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Even if you missed the Dog Days, our campus is always teaming with cute animals that can raise your spirits.

If you have not taken the time to take a walk around campus lately, go do it, this fall weather is beautiful.

But do it soon because in no time at all, this campus will be covered in snow and slush.
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