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Yahoo
07-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Support a cause: Pet Helpers' annual Oyster Roast in Charleston
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Pet Helpers is hosting its annual Oyster Roast, promising an unforgettable evening for a good cause. The event will take place on Sunday, March 9. Organizers say the event will happen rain or shine! Attendees can enjoy all you can eat oysters, chili, hot dogs, complimentary beer, wine and Bloody Marys. Pet Helpers' officials say the Oyster Roast is not just about delicious food and great company, it's about supporting the animals. All proceeds will go directly to Pet Helpers, a nonprofit organization dedicated to caring for and finding homes for animals in need. With the funds raised, Pet Helpers will continue to provide shelter, veterinary care, and community programs to improve the lives of animals across Charleston. Melissa Susko, Executive Director of Pet Helpers, shares, 'The Oyster Roast is one of our favorite events of the year. It's an opportunity to come together as a community to celebrate the animals of the Lowcountry in a truly fun, Charleston way. Events like these are crucial to ensuring that we can continue to care for the animals day in and day out.' To purchase tickets or to learn more, visit the Pet Helpers website. The Oyster Roast will be held Sunday from 2 – 5 p.m. at 1870 Bowens Island Road. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ladybug, a shelter pup at Pet Helpers, to be featured in national 'Puppy Bowl' show
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Ladybug, a 12-year-old Chihuahua mix at Pet Helpers, will be featured this Sunday in a nationally televised 'Puppy Bowl' as the event's first-ever senior dog coach. The telecast is meant to raise awareness about pet adoptions with 142 rescue puppies from 80 shelters across 40 states. Pet Helpers said Ladybug came to Pet Helpers after her owner entered hospice care The animal shelter on Folly Road said rehoming older pets can be challenging; however, Ladybug has proven that senior dogs have just as much love and energy to give. 'This is an incredible moment for Pet Helpers and for senior dogs everywhere,' said Melissa Susko, Executive Director of Pet Helpers. 'We've had a puppy in the Puppy Bowl before, but to see Ladybug take the field as the first-ever Senior Dog Coach is truly special. We're thrilled to be part of this event again, especially in a way that highlights the love and resilience of older dogs who are so often overlooked. Ladybug is proof that age is just a number, and we can't wait to cheer her on as she helps these puppies put their best paws forward.' The show will air at 2 p.m. on Animal Plant, Discovery, Max, and Discovery+ among other channels. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
