Welcome

Laurel Greer and husband Hank with CEO and President Joe Elmore. The Greers purchased a $60,000 Lexus RX 350L for a lifesaving raffle that raised $300,000 for the Animal Society. See who won on pg. 6.

DEAR FRIENDS,

We continue to live through tumultuous times. As if a pandemic were not enough for us to endure, many of us are shocked at the skyrocketing price of groceries and other important services. Don’t even get me going on the price of gas! There is the war in Ukraine, our divisive politics and a surge in violence, not only against our friends and neighbors, but also against animals we hold so dear.

But it is our pets that helps to unite us in difficult times. How often has an awkward moment with a stranger melted into smiles and laughs after someone starts talking about their dog or cat? It’s during difficult eras like the one we are living through that your support of Charleston Animal Society is even more appreciated.

Throughout the month of July, we are sponsoring the 31 Days to End Cruelty Campaign (see pg. 16). We believe that by working together, we can prevent some of the outrageous acts of violence that animals in our state are living through.

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

We have breaking news in this issue of Carolina Tails. After four years of litigation, Charleston Animal Society’s efforts to advocate for horses has won a major victory in court! (See details on pg. 18).

Along the same lines, we are excited to showcase the brandnew e-carriage that a Charleston entrepreneur has invented. It’s a horseless carriage that runs on clean energy and may one day be able to take tourists to see the sites of Charleston in an environmentally friendly and humane way (pg 8).

Don’t let your guard down this hurricane season! Experts are predicting three to six major hurricanes, so now is the time to prepare (pg. 10). Turn to pg. 14 to see what plants went into our brand-new Maria Panella Cat Enrichment Garden at Charleston Animal Society. These herbs and other plants will make your cat happier and healthier!

Finally, we also explore the meaning of legacy in this issue through a few different stories. We give you the ins and outs of estate planning and an easy tool to get you started (pg. 22). Learn how the legacy of a Lowcountry airman who lost his life in a car accident will live on thanks to Joye Law Firm and Johnny Scott’s passionate commitment to his two elderly dogs (pg. 12). And – when a Charleston County mother tragically lost her young son in a drowning, she joined with the Charleston County Parks and Recreation Foundation to make his legacy one that is currently saving countless lives. Read about an amazing swim program on pg. 26.

SAVE THE DATE

Please mark October 15th on your calendar! That’s when we will celebrate our 2022 Gala with the theme “Havana Nights.” It’s going to be magical and we hope you will join us. Learn more at CharlestonAnimalSociety.org/Gala.

Thank you for everything you do for the animals.

Sincerely,

Laurel Greer Board of Directors Chairwoman