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Dog Tests Positive for COVID-19 in SC

Clemson University officials announce the euthanization of a dog who tested positive for COVID-19. The owner received a confirmed positive diagnosis for Coronavirus. Shortly after, the 8-or-9-year-old shepherd mix was also deemed positive.

The shepherd mix is the first K-9 to be confirmed for the virus in SC. Because the dog had other health conditions, the choice to euthanize it came as a recommendation from state veterinarian Dr. Boyd Parr.

“Based on current knowledge, there continues to be no evidence that pets play a significant role in spreading SARS-CoV-2 to people,” Parr explained.

Over the course of the pandemic, a dog has been diagnosed in Texas, two cats in New York, along with a few tigers at the Brooklyn Zoo. Professionals suggest you distance from pets if you’ve been exposed to the virus or feel symptoms.

Research continues on findings for how the virus impacts animals and the spreads between humans. As of now, the shepherd mix is the only animal to test positive in SC.

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Animal Cams Are Live! Check Up On Your Favorite Animals At The Zoo!

Feature Image Source: San Diego Zoo

While people across the nation self-quarantine at home, many museums, zoos and animal care facilities are inviting the public to enjoy wildlife from their couches. Here are just a few ways to enjoy animal life while staying safe at home.

South Carolina Aquarium

Locals can join the Aquarium for a “virtual road trip through South Carolina” every day at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Facebook. The Aquarium will be hosting virtual visits showcasing the state’s regions and the fascinating wildlife that call South Carolina home.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B-vTzgTlmub/

Smithsonian’s National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute

All Smithsonian museums, including the National Zoo, continue to be closed with no definitive reopening date. Their website offers several webcams (including one monitoring baby cheetah cubs!) and provides a link to educational activities for children related to the animals.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B-xj4jZJzMK/

Lions, tigers, and meerkats, oh my!

Want to see more? EarthCam.com is a wonderful site that features a variety of animal webcams from zoos across the country. Check in to see manatees in Florida, elephants in Tennessee and giraffes close to home in Greenville.

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It’s South Carolina Week For The Animals!

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Friday, August 10^th marked the start of South Carolina’s Week for the Animals. Not sure what a ‘week for the animals’ entails, exactly? Don’t worry, we’ve broken down this week into special events that are happening all over the state to benefit our furry friends (and the not-so-furry ones, too). From turtles to fish, from horses to cats, there is an event for every type of animal lover this week. Check out the list below for some of the main events coming up. And if you can’t make it to any of these, go to http://www.scanimals.org/information.html for an even longer list of animal week activities.

Friday, August 10: SC Aquarium Beer from Here, After Hours Event

Located at the SC Aquarium in the Charleston Harbor from 7:00 pm to 10:00pm. This is a craft beer experience suited best for sea-life lovers. There will be tasting stations throughout the aquarium where guests get a chance to taste local brews while checking out the wildlife. There will be a few snacks, too. Sustainably-sourced appetizers will be offered from SC Aquarium’s partners at Good Catch.

Need to know: Tickets are all-inclusive and are $45, or $40 for SC Aquarium members.

Location: 100 Aquarium Wharf Charleston, SC 29401

http://scaquarium.org/calendar

Sunday, August 12: Goodlife Café Brunch Buffet for the Animals

The Goodlife Café in Columbia, SC is offering a brunch to benefit animals at the Cotton Branch Farm Sanctuary. Not familiar with this nonprofit? It’s a farm that takes in abused, neglected, abandoned and elderly farm animals.

Need to know: 10:15am-1:00pm

20% of all sales go to the Cotton Branch Farm Sanctuary.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1896869843699256/

Tuesday, August 14: Horry County Animal Care Center Pet Vaccination Clinic

This clinic will be offering a number of services and vaccinations, including:

Rabies: $10 for both dogs and cats at least 4-months old

Distemper/Parvo: $10 for dogs at least 8-weeks old

Bortadella: $10 for dogs at least 8-weeks old

Rhinotracheitis/Calici: $10 for both dogs and cats at least 8-weeks old

Microchip insertion: $15 for both dogs and cats at least 8-weeks old

*Dogs must be on a leash and cats must be in a pet carrier

Need to know: 10:00am-2:00pm

Location: Horry County Animal Care Center. 1923 Industrial Park Rd Conway, SC

https://www.facebook.com/events/300264720515704

‘Clear the Shelters’ Events & Locations

Saturday, August 18

10:00am-5:00pm

North Charleston ‘Clear the Shelters’ Event

Charleston Animal Society

2455 Remount Rd, North Charleston, SC

2^nd Annual Aloha ‘Clear the Shelters’ Adoption Event

Horry County Animal Care Center 1923 Industrial Rd, Conway, SC

https://www.facebook.com/events/230087180974244/

Columbia & Lexington, SC ‘Clear the Shelters’ Adoption Event

http://www.wistv.com/story/38794966/south-carolina-faces-overcrowding-in-animal-shelters

Sunday, August 19: Folly Doggy Paddle

Hosted by Coastal Expeditions and Charleston Animal Society. FREE kayaking or Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) for with a donation of 25lb (or more) of pet food. Or, buy a ticket by following the link below. Dogs are welcome to hop in the kayak with you or ride on your paddleboard! *Paddleboarding for small dogs only.

Need to know:

9:00am-6:00pm

$35/ticket

https://www.facebook.com/events/2219782508250169/