Read Article VCA Lewiston Animal Hospital veterinary assistant Ashlynn Foss, left and Technician Supervisor Sonja Harris examine Harley at the facility Friday afternoon on Stetson Road in Lewiston. Russ Dillingham/Sun Journal LEWISTON – If you did not adopt a “pandemic puppy” sometime over the past year and a half, it is likely someone you know did. While our furry friends’ companionship has been a lifeline for many during this time, the boom in pet ownership combined with the challenges of practicing veterinary medicine during a public health emergency, has put a strain on the veterinarians who keep our loved ones healthy.