Social media during kitten season is dangerous

Nearly three years ago, this adorable photo of my cat, Dewy (right), then a kitten, caught my eye on my Facebook feed and I was smitten. Many cute photos of kittens needing loving homes can be found online this kitten season. Photo by the Elberton Police Department Animal Control.
Nearly three years ago, this adorable photo of my cat, Dewy (right), then a kitten, caught my eye on my Facebook feed and I was smitten. Many cute photos of kittens needing loving homes can be found online this kitten season. Photo by the Elberton Police Department Animal Control.

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