Charleston Women-Winter 2020

www.CharlestonWomen.com | www.ReadCW.com | www.CharlestonBrides.com CW charleston women A local highlight is when the biologists at the Care Center coordinate a release back to the ocean after a turtle patient has completed its medical care and is ready to be restored to nature — 310 releases to date. There can be an extensive – and expensive – rehabilitation process for some of these patients, with treatment lasting from two months to two years before a release back to the ocean. Thankfully, the Sea Turtle Care Center is a world leader in sea turtle rehabilitation and is often on the cutting edge of new treatments to help ailing turtles. Whitney Daniel, a sea turtle biologist in the Care Center for over five years, serves as an integral team member as the veterinarian assistant. Her experience and knowledge are an asset to the aquarium’s entire collection of animals, but especially pertaining to sea turtle rehabilitation. Her related expertise is invaluable to the Care Center team, and she understands, more than most, the importance of the work being done at the South Carolina Aquarium. “There are so many ways to support the aquarium’s Photo by SC Aquarium. Daniel assists in a procedure to help rehabilitate an injured sea turtle. 864 Island Park Drive, Suite 103 Daniel Island, SC | MichaelsBarkery.com | inquiry@michaelsbarkery.com Monday–Friday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday: CLOSED OUR HOURS CONTACT US Barkery & Boutique: (843) 471-1199 Grooming Salon: (843) 471-1131 Everyday is a Good Dog Day at Michael’s Barkery TREATS GROOMING BOUTIQUE