South Carolina Family Reunites With Dog After Car Crash Separates Them

I think of this every time I go on a long trip with my dog Winnie.  What would happen if there was a wreck and we got separated.  That would be devastating.  That's why this reunion in the Palmetto state was extra sweet.  A South Carolina family reunites with their dog after a car crash separated them. And they have a special casserole to thank.

The dog's name is Cash and he got separated from his family when a detached trailer crashed into his owner's truck on I 77 in South Carolina.  That was a month ago. Neighbors were finally able to catch Cash and bring him to his owners in Edgemoor, South Carolina.  It took a village to catch the pooch. According to Channel 9, it took community support, a dog cage and a delicious casserole to get Cash back home.

Lee Wood and his wife Tiffany were seriously hurt in the car incident and Cash limped into the nearby woods. Wood tells Channel 9, “It’s been a lot of sleepless nights trying to recover.” Neighbors say they were hoping for a miracle to get their dog back and they got one.  How did they do it?  Friends and neighbors put out a casserole they renamed "Casherole".  It worked.  Cash went into a cage for the treat and voila!  He was back home to his family in no time.  To learn more about this story get details here from Channel 9.

If you are in the Carolinas this week, you know it is a hot one. With temperatures in the high 90s and even 100s, keeping your furry best friend cool is essential.

With potentially record-breaking temperatures, keeping your dog cool in the summer heat should be a top priority of your mind. Extreme heat can be very bad and even deadly for your dog. According to the American Red Cross, heat stroke is a common problem for pets and can lead to severe organ dysfunction and damage. Here are some helpful hacks to keep your dog cool in the North Carolina heat.

Make sure your furry family members have access to water all the time during high temperatures. Keeping your dog hydrated should be your number one priority. This is very important. Dogs should drink anywhere between 1/2 to 1 oz of fresh water per pound of body weight.

Never leave a dog in a hot car. Parked cars are typically much warmer inside than they are outside, so keep that in mind. Dogs can get a heat stroke, even if left in the car for even an hour if their body temperature rises.

You should check the temperature and humidity each day before taking your dog for an activity. When it's hot and humid, it's best to avoid any form of exercise with your dog on a day like this. Even on a cooler day, you should still check the pavement temperature before walking your dog. Asphalt can get extremely hot in direct sunlight.

When possible, stay away from the pavement. Depending on where you live, temperatures will typically be cooler early in the morning or late in the afternoon. If possible, walk your dog on the grass that is cooler.

Keeping your dog cool this hot Summer is a must. Some dogs enjoy lying in the water to cool down. Another great idea is to get your dog a little pool or bathtub. If you are playing with your dog at the beach, a pool, a lake, a stream, or whatever, make sure you bring fresh water.

Dog paws can get burned on long summer walks, especially if your pup is young. Avoid walking during the afternoon to protect its paws. Take your puppy for a walk early in the morning or late at night. You should not take your pet out at the height of the day on cement or asphalt, but rather on grass or other cool surfaces.