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    Carolina Tails: 150th Anniversary Edition

    Inside the pages of our 150th commemorative edition, you will find the stories of the people and the animals who built the legacy of care we are so proud of. While our name has changed from “The South Carolina Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals” (1874-1940), to the “John Ancrum SPCA” (1940-2007), to “Charleston Animal Society” (2007-present) — our dedication to improving the lives of animals has never wavered.
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    CHARLESTON ANIMAL SOCIETY HONORED WITH NATIONAL AWARD FOR LIFESAVING SUCCESS

    Charleston Animal Society has once again solidified its status as a leader in animal welfare by receiving a prestigious national award from Best Friends Animal Society, one of the largest national organizations dedicated to companion animal welfare. Recognized as a "pacesetter," "thought leader," and "international model for lifesaving success," Charleston Animal Society continues to set the standard for animal rescue and protection efforts.
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    SEVERELY EMACIATED DOG RESCUED IN NORTH CHARLESTON

    A severely emaciated French Bulldog was recently rescued in North Charleston, and Charleston Animal Society is asking the public for help in identifying his owner. The dog, now named Valentine, was discovered near the Alston Arms Apartments in the Midland Park neighborhood of North Charleston and brought into Charleston Animal Society on February 3rd.
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    What Made 2024 a Record-Breaking Year

    2024 was a record breaking year in so many lifesaving ways. Catch the latest CEO from President and CEO Joe Elmore, CAWA, CFRE to find out what records were broken!
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    CHARLESTON ANIMAL SOCIETY SAYS GOODBYE TO THEIR BELOVED THREE-LEGGED COMPASSION EDUCATOR 

    For nearly 14 years, Louie, a three-legged black lab, helped shape Charleston Animal Society’s Compassion Education programs, becoming the heart of its mission. This beloved "tri-pawd" taught more than 90,000 compassion lessons, patiently allowing these aspiring veterinarians to check his heartbeat, comforting children who could relate to being different, and proving that compassion and perseverance can change the world. His impact on humane education is undeniable—that is his legacy.
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    WIN A LUXURY SUV AND SAVE ANIMAL LIVES

    Charleston Animal Society's 8th Annual Lifesaving Car Raffle is underway, thanks to the incredible generosity of Hank and Laurel Greer. This year’s grand prize is nothing short of extraordinary: a brand-new 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy—a stunning luxury hybrid SUV packed with cutting-edge technology, premium comfort, and jaw-dropping style.
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