When Joanne Goble’s husband of fifty plus years died, she knew she had to get out of the house and stop feeling sorry for herself. That “something,” she decided, should […]
Tag Archives: volunteering
2019, animal abuse, Dogs, FOTAS, News, Training, Volunteer, Volunteers
Volunteers Teach Homeless Pets about Love and Acceptance
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Sep
Sep
This week, I had two people tell me they can’t volunteer because the idea of witnessing the injured, neglected and abused animals who need homes would be too much for […]
04
Aug
Aug
“Every sunrise is an invitation for us to arise and brighten someone’s day.” ― Richelle E. Goodrich, Smile Anyway Every so often in life, we are privileged to know someone […]
2019, Adoption, Bully Dogs, Dogs, Foster, fostering, FOTAS, News, Pibbles, surrendered pets, Training, Volunteer, Volunteers
Fostering Prepares Pets for Adoption and Saves Lives
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Jun
Jun
The need for foster homes is greater than ever. The Aiken County Animal Shelter is full of puppies, dogs, cats and kittens who are confused and afraid. So far in […]
2019, Adoption, Bully Dogs, Cats, Dogs, FOTAS, News, surrendered pets, Volunteer
Dog Cries Real Tears When Owner Leaves him at Shelter
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Feb
Feb
A few weeks ago, I was finishing up some paperwork at the shelter and saw a handsome Labrador mix sitting quietly, looking up at his owner. She was surrendering him. […]
2019, Doggie Day Out, fostering, FOTAS, News, Training, Volunteer, Volunteers
Couple Fosters Shelter Dogs, Prepares them for Good Homes
08
Jan
Jan
When Yvonne and Colin Brookes moved to Aiken from the UK two years ago, they didn’t think they’d have any dogs in their home. They planned to make frequent trips […]
2018, Foster, FOTAS, News, Pibbles, Training, Volunteer, Volunteers
Volunteering at the Animal Shelter: What’s in it for You?
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Jan
Jan
Rain or shine, hot or cold, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year! In some way, shape or form, FOTAS volunteers are helping to find […]
2018, Adoption, Cats, Chained dogs, community cats, County animal laws, County tethering ordinance, Dogs, Donate, donations, Foster, FOTAS, Fundraisers, Heartworms, News, PetSmart cats, Pibbles, Spay/Neuter, Stray hold requirements, surrendered pets, TNR Program, Volunteer, Volunteers
The Christmas Spirit of Gratitude and Charity
24
Dec
Dec
The Christmas season is upon us. It’s a time of festivity, bright lights, family, goodwill, and faith. It’s also a time to count our blessings. As we at FOTAS look […]
2018, Dogs, essay, FOTAS, News, Training, Volunteers
FOTAS and USC Aiken Partner on Program that Helps Save Shelter Dogs’ Lives
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Oct
Oct
When you take Dr. Meredith Elzy’s Behavior Modification class at USC Aiken, not only do you learn the key concepts of this psychology therapy in a regular classroom setting, but […]
2018, donations, essay, Events, FOTAS, Fundraisers, News, Volunteers
Leadership & Teamwork Make FOTAS Golf Tourney a Signature Event
09
Oct
Oct
FOTAS just held its Fifth Annual Playing Fore the Pets Golf Tournament and Helicopter Ball Drop on Oct. 1. The event was bigger than ever, with 176 golfers participating in […]
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