When people talk about our chronic dog and cat overpopulation problem, they usually focus on the overwhelming numbers – and rightfully so. Millions of pets lose their lives each year […]
Author Archives: Bob Gordon
2019, animal abuse, Bully Dogs, Chained dogs, Dogs, FOTAS, injured animals, neglected pets, News, Uncategorized
Abused and neglected dogs show true love and forgiveness
11
Feb
Feb
“I promise you will never regret taking the time to show kindness to one of these pets. There is a connection that takes place, and it will change you both forever.”
2019, Adoption, Bully Dogs, Dogs, Donate, FOTAS, Have a Heart, Save a Heart, Heartworms, News, Uncategorized
Biscuit is Heartworm Free and Living the Good Life
04
Feb
Feb
It is uplifting to see how happy Biscuit is now that he has a home with a family that loves him. This sweet 9-year-old mixed breed is one of those […]
2019, Adoption, animal abuse, County Animal Control, Demodex, Dogs, Events, Foster, fostering, FOTAS, neglected pets, News, Uncategorized, Volunteer, Volunteers
Neglected Puppy Coco Makes Amazing Recovery
28
Jan
Jan
In early November, a stray puppy was brought into the Aiken County Animal Shelter by one of the animal control officers. I have seen a lot of neglected dogs enter […]
20
Jan
Jan
Our family welcomed a temporary house guest over the Christmas holidays. We were joined by Tillie, a six-month-old, partial Mini-Pinscher puppy that we “fostered” on behalf of the Aiken County […]
2019, Adoption, Dogs, FOTAS, News, Service Dogs, Uncategorized, Veterans
County Shelter dog Kira was ‘something special and rare’
14
Jan
Jan
Maybe the most amazing thing about Kira was how ordinary she seemed at first. A stray Shepherd/Boxer mix brought into the Aiken County Animal Shelter in 2012, she was vulnerable […]
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?
01
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 […]
17
Dec
Dec
With more than 1,000 strays and surrendered pets arriving at the shelter over the last two and a half months, there are going to be adoptable animals who get lost […]