Horry County, SC, dog owner leaves pet outside during storm, could face charges

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A dog owner could face charges after a local animal rescue service accused them of leaving their puppy outside during Friday’s ice storm. The Environmental Services officer with the Horry County Police Department took the dog to the county’s Animal Care Center, according to the rescue’s Facebook post on Friday.

It is illegal to leave animals without necessary shelter from the elements in the county, the police said in a social media post.
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This poor pup was abandoned in the winter storm, left outside in freezing rain and ice by a negligent owner.
Thankfully, Horry County Police Department Environmental Services Officers were able to step in and take the animal into ACC custody.


https://www.myrtlebeachonline.com/news/local/crime/article257618053.html