Shelter holds adoption fair

It's hard to tell who was happiest during several of the adoptions Saturday.
It was hard to tell who was happiest during several of the adoptions Saturday.

Saturday was “Gotcha Day” for a number of animals at the Columbus Animal Protective Services shelter.
A number of dogs, cats, puppies and kittens went to new homes during the special Saturday event.
We’ll have more on this story later today.

Picking out the perfect pet was a big part of Saturday's event.
Picking out the perfect pet was a big part of Saturday’s event.
This family is all smiles after adopting their new furry friends.
This family was all smiles after adopting their new furry friends.
Some pets, like Myrtle and her sister, have had their vaccinations and all fees paid.
Some pets, like Myrtle and her sister, have had their vaccinations and all fees paid.
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