“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. […]
Author Archives: Bob Gordon
2019, Adoption, animal care education, Dogs, FOTAS, News, Proper Pet Care, Training
Bringing Your New Dog Home
30
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
20
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
11
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 […]
2019, awards, Board of Directors, Cats, Dogs, Donate, Events, FOTAS, News, Shelter staff, Spay/Neuter, Uncategorized, Volunteers
It’s a Party! FOTAS Celebrates Ten Years of Saving Lives
28
Oct
Oct
On Saturday, November 2nd, FOTAS will host a party at the Aiken County Animal Shelter to celebrate its tenth anniversary partnering with the county and the shelter to save lives. […]
2019, adopter feedback, Adoption, Cats, Dogs, FOTAS, kittens, News
Adopters Report Back with Stories about Their County Shelter Pets
28
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, Bully Dogs, Dogs, FOTAS, kennel stress, News, Pibbles
The Power of Social Media Saves Sweet Tiffany
18
Oct
Oct
Adoptions have been slow. Kids are back in school, families are busy with activities and people just aren’t coming out to adopt. This is disheartening for the many adoptable dogs […]
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, animal abuse, County Animal Control, Demodex, Dogs, FOTAS, neglected pets, News
Dede Blossoms After Love and Care at the County Shelter
01
Oct
Oct
Dede was wandering the backroads of the county in the sizzling heat of July when she was picked up by animal control officers. Her condition was shocking: aside from being […]