This is a story that began with a dog crying real tears when he was surrendered to the Aiken County Animal Shelter nearly a year ago. FOTAS Programs Coordinator Kathy […]
Category Archives: 2019
2019, Dogs, donations, Events, FOTAS, Fundraisers, Junior FOTAS, News, Volunteers
Educating Local Students Is Key to Helping Homeless Pets
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I am constantly blown away by the kindness of young people in our community, especially during the holiday season. Local students care deeply about the homeless animals at the Aiken […]
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Dec
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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 […]
2019, Bully Dogs, Dogs, donations, Events, fostering, FOTAS, Fundraisers, News, surrendered pets, TNR Program, Volunteers
The Christmas Season of Kindness and Hope
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Dec
Dec
The good doctor was on his way to work in Augusta when he spotted two large bully dogs on the Aiken-Augusta Highway. Concerned about their safety on the busy, four-lane […]
2019, adopter feedback, Adoption, Cats, Dogs, FOTAS, kittens, News
We Love a Happy Ending! Adopters Share Their Success Stories
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Dec
Dec
Thank you to everyone who has adopted pets from the Aiken County Animal Shelter. Here are some of the latest emails and notes we’ve received from folks who have given […]
2019, animal abuse, Bully Dogs, Chained dogs, Dogs, Donate, Foster, FOTAS, injured animals, kennel stress, neglected pets, News, Spay/Neuter, Volunteer
Christmas Heartbreak at the County Animal Shelter
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Dec
Dec
Help! Strays and owner-surrenders are pouring into the county shelter — 47 animals in the first three days of December! While the good citizens of Aiken County embrace a Christmas […]
2019, Donate, donations, FOTAS, Have a Heart, Save a Heart, News, Where your donations go, Where your donations go
FOTAS: Making a Difference for the County’s Homeless Animals
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Dec
Dec
“Giving is not just about making a donation, it’s about making a difference.” –Kathy Calvin, CEO, United Nations Foundation It’s the time of year when the spirit of Christmas thrives. […]
2019, Adoption, animal care education, Dogs, FOTAS, News, Proper Pet Care, Training
Bringing Your New Dog Home
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Nov
Nov
You did it! You made the decision to get a new dog, and you also decided to adopt your new dog at the Aiken County Animal Shelter. Armed with scientifically […]
2019, Adoption, Dogs, FOTAS, News, SELECTING A PET, Uncategorized
Adopting a New Canine Family Member
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Nov
Nov
You’ve made the decision: you’re ready to bring a new dog into your life. Since you are reading this column, I’m guessing you’ve also decided to rescue your new pal […]
2019, adopter feedback, Adoption, Bully Dogs, Chained dogs, Dogs, FOTAS, News, Pibbles
The Dog I Didn’t Want Might Just Be My Favorite
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Nov
Nov
The oldest of our three dogs, Yoda, died in August from cancer. My wife, Jennifer, wanted to honor Yoda’s memory by adopting another dog from the shelter. I was against […]