We have countless wonderful volunteers who serve important roles at the shelter. Some greet people in our lobby, some help with events, some foster, others walk dogs or help with […]
Category Archives: Dogs
2021, Adoption, Bully Dogs, Dogs, Pibbles, SELECTING A PET
Consider adopting the dog who’s been at the shelter the longest
03
Jan
Jan
A funny thing happened with two of the dogs we adopted from the Aiken County Animal Shelter that made us think that we are on to something. We like to […]
29
Dec
Dec
Our social media platforms are vital to finding good homes for the pets in need at the Aiken County Animal Shelter (ACAS). Through our Facebook, Instagram and other online marketing […]
2021, Adoption, Dogs, News, Service Dogs, Therapy dog certification, Therapy Dogs
Adopted dog Snowflake is now a certified therapy dog
22
Oct
Oct
I am a Great Pyrenees. On July 14, 2020, I was adopted by Biz and Eddie Mann from the Aiken County Animal Shelter (ACAS). At that time, I was way […]
2021, animal abuse, ANIMAL CRUELTY, Bully Dogs, Dogs, FOTAS, News, Uncategorized
Bait dog Norman overcomes past cruelty, now has good life he deserves
30
Aug
Aug
Norman was picked up by Animal Control in May 2021. He arrived weak, shut down and lifeless. Scars on his face, mangled feet, ribs showing and his teeth filed down. […]
2021, Dogs, FOTAS, Military Veterans, News, Service Dogs, Veterans
Working Together to Save Veterans and Homeless Dogs
04
Aug
Aug
Memorial Day is a holiday to honor the more than one million men and women who have died while serving in the U.S. military. However, it is also a time […]
07
Jul
Jul
Couples find volunteering at the Aiken County Animal Shelter (ACAS) to be a powerful bonding activity and a deeply satisfying experience. They come in pairs to walk, socialize and pamper […]
2021, abandoned animals, Dogs, FOTAS, neglected pets, News
Hounds of Love at the County Animal Shelter
02
Jul
Jul
Skin and bones. Found starving and scared with pressure sores on their bodies from lying on concrete for long hours at a time. Clearly neglected and possibly abused, the pair […]
2021, Dogs, dogs playing for life, group dog play, Training
Group Play Can Work Wonders for Shelter Dogs
25
May
May
Paddy, a handsome white and black Border Collie mix, slinks into the play yard, his head down, tail between his legs. He backs away from the humans in the yard, […]
2021, Adoption, Bully Dogs, County Animal Control, Dogs, FOTAS, injured animals, News, surgeries
Shelter Dog Spirit Overcomes Adversity, Hopes for a Forever Home
05
May
May
The 27-pound mixed breed female that hobbled out of the roadside woods to greet Patrick Miller, Animal Control Officer, was bringing a lesson to share. Patrick suspected a hit and […]