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Dog found 'lying in a pool of blood' makes remarkable recovery, finds fur-ever home
1+ hour, 36+ min ago (31+ words) WACH Dog found 'lying in a pool of blood' makes remarkable recovery, finds fur-ever home...
Pay It Forward: Giving dogs a second chance at forever homes
1+ week, 1+ day ago (200+ words) COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) " WACH FOX and The Jeffcoat Law Firm have partnered to spotlight everyday heroes who are making a positive impact in the community. This week's Pay It Forward honoree is Mike Young. Mike is the founder of More…...
South Carolina governor signs law to protect law enforcement K-9s statewide
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (338+ words) COLUMBIA, S. C. (WACH) " Law enforcement K-9s from across South Carolina were recognized Wednesday morning as Gov. Henry Mc Master ceremonially signed a new law designed to strengthen protections for police animals. The legislation, officially titled "Fargo's, Hyco's, Rico's, Coba's, Wick's, Mikka's, and…...
Rabid skunk confirmed in Saluda County; 15 animals may have been exposed
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (215+ words) SALUDA COUNTY, S. C. (WACH) " The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) confirmed that a skunk found near Little Fawn Lane and Front Street in Ward has tested positive for rabies. One dog and 14 livestock, including cows, sheep, goats, and pigs,…...
Over two dozen horses removed after animal cruelty arrests
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (125+ words) LEXINGTON COUNTY, S. C. (WACH) " Two women have been arrested on felony ill-treatment of animals charges following an investigation into horse welfare concerns, according to the Lexington County Animal Services. Authorities charged Danielle K. Fowlston, 48, with nine counts of felony ill-treatment of animals,…...
Lexington Health marks American Heart Month with therapy dogs for hospital staff
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (24+ words) WACH Lexington Health marks American Heart Month with therapy dogs for hospital staff...
'Jake from State Farm' joins Kershaw County Sheriff's Office as new K-9
5+ mon, 2+ day ago (14+ words) WACH...
Pet owners urged to protect animals from winter weather risks
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (180+ words) COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) " As winter weather threatens South Carolina, veterinarians and pet experts are advising pet owners to take precautions to keep their animals safe. Dennis Lown from Pet Supplies Plus emphasized the importance of bringing pets indoors, saying, "If…...
K9 officer to serve on SC's first Human Remains Detection Team
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (149+ words) COLUMBIA, S. C. (WACH) " A new K9 officer will serve communities across South Carolina to keep citizens safe in a first-ever role. K9 Timber and her handler, Special Agent Corey Jager, now serve as the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division's (SLED) first Human Remains…...
Couple arrested for animal abuse, practicing veterinary medicine unlicensed
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (192+ words) LEXINGTON COUNTY, S. C. (WACH) " Lexington County Animal Services investigators have arrested a couple for animal abuse and practicing veterinary medicine without a license. Julia Evans Pickett, 29, is charged with 14 counts of ill-treatment of animals, two counts of Failure to bury a…...