By Dan Krosse Photography: Jonathan Boncek On August 8, 2016 the defendant accused of nearly killing Caitlyn by taping her muzzle shut more than a year earlier, pleaded guilty to a felony count of animal cruelty. William Leonard Dodson now faces six months to five years in prison. (He had […]
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It was a special day when the Charleston Animal Society animal care campus turned into a sea of military pageantry. On May 14th at 11am, Charleston Animal Society held a special dedication of the Joan August Terry military memorial that was placed under the flagpole. The stone marker commemorates the […]
By: Teri Errico For more than 20 years, Kay Hyman has been making the media rounds, promoting Charleston Animal Society and the furballs that come through their doors. One of her weekly stops is to visit with Mix 96’s 2 Girls & a Guy. The hosts have a loyal following, but […]
Skip the summer road trip and instead, check off the Carolina Tails Summer Bucket List. There are 91 days of summer and we want to make sure they don’t slip by without you making the most of each and every day. Let’s get this summer party started! Ice Cream Date […]
If ever there was a man’s best friend, it was Drake. Faithful and loyal, the golden retriever was a high-energy companion that would follow my husband to the ends of the earth. His devotion was probably best displayed one December afternoon when we were picnicking on one of the many […]
By V. K. Hansen Maybe it’s in the eyes—small yet reflective, sunken in a tidal pool of lines, and heavily draped in thick, wiry lashes. “I think circus elephants always look so sad,” said Lowcountry mom and doctor, Jen Fiorini. “I’m glad to see them go.” Barnum and Bailey’s Ringling […]
By: Nate Beale Before Nate Beale moved to California and opened his own graphic design business, his life hit a speed bump in Charleston with a broken relationship. In an effort to turn his life around, he went to Charleston Animal Society to find a companion and that is where […]
Did you ever wonder as you watch your pet fish swim crazily around his aquarium as you walk by, “Hmmm, I think he knows me.” Well, a new study says your not crazy — yes, your fish can probably recognize your face! And when this new research study was released […]
By: Teri Errico Football season’s going to be here before we know it – and so are the mascots! Carolina Tails Writer Teri Errico did some digging to find the stories behind these iconic symbols. Be sure to tell us who your favorite mascot is at www.CarolinaTails.org. USC […]
Did you know that the phrase “dog days of summer” came about because Sirius, the dog star, rises in the constellation Canis Major, during the hottest, sultriest days of the year – typically July and August. Surviving those Charleston “dog days” in comfort depends largely on the health of your […]
On the heels of the huge success of Jungle Book earlier this year, Hollywood is banking on the animal kingdom to make even more green at the box office this summer. Here’s a preview of what’s showing: The Secret Life of Pets (Unrated) For anyone who’s wondered what your pets […]
By: Joe Elmore, Charleston Animal Society CEO One year ago, a horse named Blondie was pulling a wagon full of tourists on the congested streets of downtown Charleston when it was apparently spooked by a cement truck. The horse jackknifed and fell to the pavement where it lay helpless for […]
My Turn: Stephanie Hall shares a deeply personal story of how a community rallied around she and her husband during their family’s most troubling hours. I can remember the smile on Steve’s face when I gave him Scout. Steve looked at me and said, “What is that?” I jokingly responded […]
by: Dr. Ernie Ward Zika virus was first identified in 1947 in Uganda’s Zika Forest. If you’re wondering, “Zika” means “overgrown” and the forest is home to The Uganda Virus Research Institute of Entebbe. Scientists were conducting research on yellow fever in primates when they stumbled upon this stubborn […]