130 Stray Dogs From Puerto Rico Adopted by Americans With ‘Lockdown Loneliness’

130 Stray Dogs From Puerto Rico Adopted by Americans With ‘Lockdown Loneliness’
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In the midst of lockdown loneliness, pet adoptions have surged. Earlier this year, NBC launched a nationwide campaign dubbed “Clear the Shelters,” which has seen some 140,611 pets adopted to date throughout the United States since August.

Over 130 rescued dogs and cats arrived in New Jersey earlier this month, where the Morristown Airport accepted a special delivery from Puerto Rico.

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