Shelters across Charleston are overflowing with animals this August, and the annual Clear the Shelters event is in full swing to help them find loving homes. With nearly 1,300 pets—dogs, cats, kittens, puppies, even rabbits and guinea pigs—waiting for families, local groups like Charleston Animal Society and Dorchester Paws are working overtime. Summer brings a surge in animal intakes, especially with recent storms displacing even more pets. If you’ve ever thought about adopting, now’s the time to make a real difference. Who’s adopted from a local shelter before? What was your experience like? #Pets #Charleston #ClearTheShelters