It’s been a cruel summer so far this year, with the Aiken County Animal Shelter (ACAS) taking in more than 535 animals since June 1. That total doesn’t even include the 129 cats fixed through the TNR (Trap, Neuter, Return) program during this period.
The timing couldn’t be better for FOTAS and the ACAS to participate in Pick Me! SC, an adoption event that includes more than 50 shelters, rescue organizations, and Petco locations across the state uniting to save homeless animals.
During Pick Me! SC, which starts today and continues through next Saturday, July 27, the adoption fees for adult dogs will be waived ($0), puppies are $35, and cats/kittens are just $10. The goal this year is to adopt out at least 2,000 homeless pets across the state.
This is Pick Me! SC’s sixth statewide adoption campaign and cumulatively, 10,000 animals in the Palmetto State have been saved and rehomed through the effort. With so many participating organizations, this state-wide adoption effort is the largest of its kind in the United States.
“Shelters such as ours face their greatest challenges during the summer, and our mission is to find as many dogs and cats safe, loving homes as possible,” said ACAS Manager Bobby Arthurs.
The County Animal shelter is crowded with outstanding dogs and cats who will make wonderful family pets, including:
Penny: This brown and tan cutie greets everyone who comes to her kennel. Penny is 5 years old, 53 pounds and excels in playgroup. She arrived at the shelter as a stray, but her good behavior indicates she had a good home at one time.
Lucy: Two-year-old, 42-pound, tan & white, Collie mix Lucy is one of the nicest, most easygoing dogs available at the County Shelter. This sweet girl is wonderful with other dogs and walks well on a leash.
Tippi: Beautiful, 2-year-old, 8-pound, Tiger Tabby Tippi nurtured her kittens until they were old enough for adoption. Now, it’s her turn to find a loving home.
Lil Man: Petite German Shepherd Lil Man is as sweet as they come and likes to play with other dogs. Three years old and just 41 pounds, this wonderful boy is a staff favorite.
Pearl: One-year-old, white & black Pearl is about 35 pounds and loves to play with other dogs. This mixed breed darling arrived at the County Shelter as a stray but is extremely social.
“It is heartbreaking to see so many sweet, wonderful dogs and cats end up here at the shelter through no fault of their own,” said FOTAS President Jennifer Miller. “But we are excited to participate in Pick Me! SC again this summer because it gives us the opportunity to reduce and even waive adoption fees during this challenging time.”
Their lives are in our hands.
By Bob Gordon, FOTAS Communications Director
