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Pet Adoptions Followed by Pet Returns
Post-holiday life has returned to normal ... for most of us. For those of us who have a new pet, we may be finding that our newest member of the family is too much to handle. This week’s feature article focuses on holiday pets that have been returned because people weren’t ready for them. If you - or someone you know - were considering adopting a pet, there’s no better time than the present. Overcrowded shelters need pet parents now more than at any other time of year.
Starting the year off right could start with a trip this weekend - to your nearest pet adoption center!
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