BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – As Fourth of July celebrations approach, Lowcountry animal shelters are urging pet owners to take precautions to keep their animals safe.
Each year, shelters across the country, including those here in the Lowcountry, report a spike in lost or injured pets following fireworks shows, cookouts, and other holiday festivities.
“It’s pets being scared by fireworks. That’s what we see. The most common thing is dogs getting out of fences, cats getting scared and running,” said Aldwin Roman, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Charleston Animal Society…