On January 5, a woman brought seven puppies to the Aiken County Animal Shelter. Their mother had been hit by a car and didn’t survive. They arrived with umbilical cords […]
2022, animal care education, Bully Dogs, County Animal Control, County animal laws, County tethering ordinance, Dogs, FOTAS, News
County Animal Shelter is a resource, not just a destination
24
Jan
Jan
Most people only think of the Aiken County Animal Shelter as a place to bring lost or unwanted pets for rehoming. But it is much more than that. Through its […]
2022, Adoption, Dogs, FOTAS, kennel stress, News, Pibbles, Shelter staff, SOCIAL MEDIA, Volunteers
Longest shelter resident Christopher finds his dream home
18
Jan
Jan
Christopher had us worried. The two-year-old, 66-pound, mixed breed known for his soulful eyes, mahogany brindle coat and sweet personality was showing signs of kennel stress. He was sleeping too […]
2022, Dogs, Foster, fostering, FOTAS, kennel stress, News, Volunteers
Fostering saves lives, helps homeless pets get adopted
17
Jan
Jan
When you put a leash on Little Bit, he wouldn’t move. The 28-pound, tan Terrier mix just shook and gazed up at you with a forlorn look on his face. […]
2021, Dogs, FOTAS, kennel stress, Volunteer, Volunteers
Pioneer volunteer Procter: ‘Nothing beats the joy of seeing animals adopted’
03
Jan
Jan
We have countless wonderful volunteers who serve important roles at the shelter. Some greet people in our lobby, some help with events, some foster, others walk dogs or help with […]
2021, Adoption, Bully Dogs, Dogs, Pibbles, SELECTING A PET
Consider adopting the dog who’s been at the shelter the longest
03
Jan
Jan
A funny thing happened with two of the dogs we adopted from the Aiken County Animal Shelter that made us think that we are on to something. We like to […]
2021, Adoption, DOGGIE DATES, Doggie Day Out, SELECTING A PET
Why you should adopt your next dog or cat from the County Shelter
29
Dec
Dec
The Aiken County Animal Shelter takes in more than 4,000 pets a year and these homeless dogs and cats need community members to adopt them and save their lives. But […]
29
Dec
Dec
Our social media platforms are vital to finding good homes for the pets in need at the Aiken County Animal Shelter (ACAS). Through our Facebook, Instagram and other online marketing […]
2021, Adoption, Dogs, News, Service Dogs, Therapy dog certification, Therapy Dogs
Adopted dog Snowflake is now a certified therapy dog
22
Oct
Oct
I am a Great Pyrenees. On July 14, 2020, I was adopted by Biz and Eddie Mann from the Aiken County Animal Shelter (ACAS). At that time, I was way […]
2021, animal abuse, ANIMAL CRUELTY, Bully Dogs, Dogs, FOTAS, News, Uncategorized
Bait dog Norman overcomes past cruelty, now has good life he deserves
30
Aug
Aug
Norman was picked up by Animal Control in May 2021. He arrived weak, shut down and lifeless. Scars on his face, mangled feet, ribs showing and his teeth filed down. […]