![Dog in Nativity Scene](http://arkministry.org/wp-content/uploads/Prince-of-Peace.jpg)
A Nativity Scene was erected in the central square of Criciuma, a small town in Santa Caterina state, in Brazil. During the night the folks came across this scene. An abandoned dog was looking for a comfortable, protected place to sleep.
![Dog in Nativity Scene](http://arkministry.org/wp-content/uploads/Prince-of-Peace.jpg)
![Nativity Santa Caterina state](http://arkministry.org/wp-content/uploads/Prince-of-Peace-4.jpg)
He chose in Mangerbaby Jesus as his comfort. No one had the heart to send him away so he was there all night. Once again an animal gives us a reminder during the Christmas season to draw near to the one who truly comforts and protects. It is no wonder that the dog breed is a “Shepherd!”
![Puppy Laying with Jesus](http://arkministry.org/wp-content/uploads/Prince-of-Peace-3.jpg)
![Nativity Dog](http://arkministry.org/wp-content/uploads/Prince-of-Peace-2.jpg)
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