Dozens of rescued puppies arrive on Long Island

PORT WASHINGTON, Long Island (WABC) -- Dozens of rescued puppies arrived Saturday on Long Island.

The North Shore Animal League America received the puppies so it can find them homes.

The dogs are all small breeds - some are pure, while others are mixed.

The puppies are not yet up for adoption.

First, the shelter will give them a thorough health check.

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As more and more Americans receive the COVID-19 vaccine and begin to return to work, veterinarians are concerned about what will happen to family pets.

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