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Rabid raccoon confirmed in Orangeburg County after dog exposure, DPH says
1+ day, 9+ hour ago (276+ words) ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S. C. (WCIV) " A racoon was confirmed to have rabies on Thursday after exposing one dog to the virus in Orangeburg County, according to the South Carolina Department of Public Health. The racoon was reportedly found near Branchdale Highway and…...
Pet Helpers to pause all dog intakes June 1 as shelter works to cut overcrowding
1+ week, 1+ day ago (188+ words) CHARLESTON, S. C. (WCIV) " Pet Helpers announced Monday that effective June 1, the shelter will be putting in place a temporary moratorium on the intake of all dogs as the organization works to reduce its population to a sustainable level and ensure every…...
A pet owner's guide to safe summer activities
1+ week, 1+ day ago (133+ words) by For Pet's Sake Early morning and evening walk adventures Backyard water fun for dogs Supervision is important during all water activities, especially for smaller dogs, senior pets, or breeds that are not natural swimmers and may tire more easily....
Bystander bitten by sheriff's K-9 during training, SLED opens investigation: DCSO
1+ week, 5+ day ago (151+ words) DORCHESTER COUNTY, S. C. (WCIV) " A bystander was injured Thursday after being bitten by a Dorchester County Sheriff's Office K-9, according to local law enforcement. The incident happened while the sheriff's office K-9 Unit was conducting training, according to a statement from the agency....
Berkeley County deputies seek two suspects in Cane Bay dog fighting and cruelty case
1+ week, 5+ day ago (222+ words) BERKELEY COUNTY, S. C. (WCIV) " The Berkeley County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help in locating two individuals who are wanted in connection to an animal cruelty and dog fighting investigation in the Cane Bay area. Anthony Juedell Banks, 48, and Nicole…...
MPPD mourns fallen police dog Arie
1+ week, 5+ day ago (133+ words) MOUNT PLEASANT, S. C. (WCIV) " Officers with the Mount Pleasant Police Department gathered Wednesday to honor retired K-9 Arie, a 14-year-old Belgian Malinois who served the town for five years. Arie served with the department from 2013 to 2019, working alongside handler Lt. Matthew Parks....
Overcrowded Pet Helpers waives adoption fees for eligible Charleston Co. pets through June
2+ week, 5+ day ago (319+ words) President Trump participates in an Announcement with the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency in the Oval Office. CHARLESTON COUNTY, S. C. (WCIV) " Pet Helpers announced an emergency adoption initiative amid severe overcrowding at its shelter. Charleston County is sponsoring adoption fees…...
15 dogs found in Berkeley County garage after odor complaint; rescue strains shelter space
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (231+ words) BERKELEY COUNTY, S. C. (WCIV) " Neighbors who reported a foul odor they feared could be from decomposing bodies instead led authorities to a large-scale animal rescue in Berkeley County, according to the Charleston Animal Society. Deputies with the Berkeley County Sheriff's Office…...
Wannamaker Park is going to the dogs Wednesday at annual Yappy Hour event
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (168+ words) President Donald Trump welcomes Artemis II Astronauts to the White House. NORTH CHARLESTON, S. C. (WCIV) " Wannamaker Park is going to the dogs on Wednesday. Charleston County Parks will be holding their annual Yappy Hour event, inviting dogs and their owners out…...