FOTAS News

Fostering Prepares Pets for Adoption and Saves Lives

The need for foster homes is greater than ever. The Aiken County Animal Shelter is full of puppies, dogs, cats and kittens who are confused and afraid. So far in […]

Dying Man Surrenders his House Tabbies to the Shelter …Now They Wait

Her father could no longer care for his cats after falling seriously ill, so she brought them to the Aiken County Animal Shelter to be rehomed. The cats, most of […]

Good Samaritans rescue discarded, distressed puppies

On Friday, May 31, Lisa Brucchi walked out of her Windsor home into the blistering heat to check her mailbox. She was expecting an important letter from her mom and […]

Doggie Dates and Sleepovers Help Shelter Pets Relax, Find Forever Homes

Did you know you can go on dates with dogs who are waiting to be adopted at the Aiken County Animal Shelter (ACAS)? You can! If you live in the […]

Memorial Day: A Time to Reflect with an Adopted Pet at your Side

By Bob Gordon, FOTAS Communications Director Bonding closely with a pet can be a powerful and healing experience. It is with this in mind that each month, FOTAS proudly sponsors […]

Home-to-Home Program Reduces Stress for Pets and Owners

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 […]

Teaching Children Well about Training and Responsible Pet Care

By Kathy Jacobs, FOTAS Program Director Educating our children is essential for promoting better pet care and reducing the number of homeless dogs and cats. Last week, Dog Trainer Susi […]