Pet adoptions have remained steady at the two Ocean County Animal Facilities throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, and the trend continues as many families look for a special cat or dog to add to the family this holiday season, Ocean County Health Department officials have announced.

“As much as OCAF encourages people to adopt from one of our shelters, we want them to make sure they are serious about the lifelong commitment and to do their homework,” said OCHD Public Health Coordinator/Health…