Never say never. That’s something I’ve learned over the years, and it’s something that came into full realization when Hitch entered my orbit. “I saw the cutest little Chihuahua mix […]
Tag Archives: adoptions
2021, Adoption, Bully Dogs, Dogs, FOTAS, neglected pets, News, Pibbles, Volunteer, Volunteers
Local News Anchor Joins FOTAS, Adopts and Promotes Shelter Dogs
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Jan
Jan
WRDW TV News Anchor and Investigative Reporter Meredith Anderson and her daughter, Ella, have joined FOTAS, and we could not be more pleased to have them on our team. They […]
2020, animal abuse, ANIMAL CRUELTY, Chained dogs, Dogs, FOTAS, neglected pets, News, SOCIAL MEDIA
Frightened, Sad Shelter Dog Reminds Us We Can Still Make a Difference
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Jul
Jul
At a time when we might feel helpless in a world out of control, Kai’s story reminds us we can still make a difference. His fear also hits home. There’s […]
2020, Adoption, Bully Dogs, coronavirus crisis, Dogs, Foster, FOTAS, Home-to-Home adoption program, News, Pibbles, shelter construction, surrendered pets
Adapting to Pandemic Crisis Leads to Positive Changes
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Jun
Jun
The Coronavirus crisis blindsided us all. Suddenly leaving our homes was dangerous, masks covering our nose and mouth became necessary, restaurants and small businesses were forced to shut down, and […]
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, Cats, Dogs, FOTAS, kittens, News
Adopters Report Back with Stories about Their County Shelter Pets
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Oct
Oct
FOTAS volunteers and the shelter staff contact new pet owners within a week to 10 days of their adoption to see how they are doing Following up with new adopters […]
2019, Adoption, Chained dogs, Dogs, FOTAS, Home-to-Home adoption program, News, surrendered pets
Home to Home Program Successful, 100 Plus Pets Already Adopted
07
Oct
Oct
In the seven months since FOTAS started our Home to Home Program, we have found homes for more than 110 animals. That is 110 dogs and cats that did not […]
2019, Adoption, Cats, Dogs, Events, FOTAS, injured animals, kittens, News
Clear the Shelter Event Results in Heartwarming Adoptions
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Aug
Aug
Last Saturday’s Clear the Shelter event at the Aiken County Animal Shelter was a success, with 40 unwanted pets finding loving homes in four hours. Part of an annual national […]
2019, Adoption, Bully Dogs, Cats, Dogs, fostering, FOTAS, Home-to-Home adoption program, News, surrendered pets
Home-to-Home Program Reduces Stress for Pets and Owners
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May
May
By Ellen Priest, FOTAS Board Member and Home-to-Home Coordinator Friends of the Animal Shelter (FOTAS) is constantly looking at best practices for the Aiken County Animal Shelter. Recently we discovered […]
2019, Children, Dogs, Donate, Events, FOTAS, Fundraisers, News, Woofstock
Calling all Basset Hounds, Come Race at Woofstock!
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Apr
Apr
By Denise Parmentier, FOTAS volunteer This Saturday, plan to attend Woofstock Doggie Derby Day 2019, FOTAS’s annual family festival featuring the famous Doxie Derby. This year’s event, scheduled to take […]
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