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After surge in adoptions, pet surrenders spiking

After surge in adoptions, pet surrenders spiking

First, when everyone was stuck in their homes, many people wanted a new dog or cat because they figured they had the time to train and acclimate the animal, and spend time with them.

Then, about a year later, shelters started seeing an influx of surrendered pets. The reasons varied, according to animal shelter workers.