Pet Pals: Harold

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FORT MYERS, Fla.- Right now, there are thousands of dogs, cats, and other animals sitting in a shelter, waiting for a forever home.

Dr. Whitney Whitford of the Animal Medical Center of Lehigh Acres stopped by the WINK News studio to introduce us to Harold.

If you’re interested in adopting Harold, call the Gulf Coast Humane Society at (239) 332-0364.

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