GALLERY: Animal experts say pets make great gifts, but wait till after holidays to bring into home
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This dog takes a break from playing Dec. 5 at the Carteret County Humane Society Animal Shelter in Newport. Pets make great Christmas gifts, but animal experts recommend waiting until after the holidays to adopt to ensure the pet has an easier time adjusting to its new home. (Cheryl Burke photo)
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This cat is among many available for adoption Dec. 5 at the Carteret County Humane Society Animal Shelter in Newport. While cats make great gifts for Christmas, shelter workers advise waiting until after the holidays to bring a new pet into the home. (Cheryl Burke photo)
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This dog waits to be adopted into its forever home Dec. 5 at the Carteret County Humane Society Animal Shelter in Newport. Pets make great Christmas gifts, but animal experts recommend waiting until after the holidays to adopt to ensure the pet has an easier time adjusting to its new home. (Cheryl Burke photo)
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Valentine, a dog up for adoption at the Carteret County Humane Society Animal Shelter in Newport, peers out of a kennel Dec. 5. It’s among many dogs available for adoption. While animals make great gifts for Christmas, shelter workers say it’s best to wait until after the holidays to bring a new pet into the home. (Cheryl Burke photo)
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This multi-colored cat enjoys play time in a free-roaming cat room Dec. 5 at the Carteret County Humane Society Animal Shelter in Newport. It’s among many cats available for adoption. While cats make great gifts for Christmas, shelter workers advise waiting until after the holidays to bring a new pet into the home. (Cheryl Burke photo)
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This dog peers out of its kennel Dec. 5 at the Carteret County Humane Society Animal Shelter in Newport. It’s among many dogs available for adoption. While dogs make great gifts for Christmas, shelter workers advise waiting until after the holidays to bring a new dog into the home. (Cheryl Burke photo)
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