Pet Adoption tips from Harold Dates and the Cincinnati SPCA

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Who can resist a sweet little puppy – or darling kitten? Harold Dates, CEO of SPCA Cincinnati, explained how to decide which pet is right for you. As cute as they are, kittens and puppies aren’t always your best bet. Older dogs and cats make wonderful pets, too.

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