The Aiken County Animal Shelter saved and adopted out 3,303 homeless pets in 2019. We thank our shelter staff, adopters, supporters, volunteers, fosters and donors for making this possible. Here […]
Category Archives: Adoption
2019, Adoption, Bully Dogs, Dogs, FOTAS, Have a Heart, Save a Heart, Heartworms, News, Pibbles
No More Tears: Hamilton’s a Happy Dog and Facebook Star
13
Jan
Jan
This is a story that began with a dog crying real tears when he was surrendered to the Aiken County Animal Shelter nearly a year ago. FOTAS Programs Coordinator Kathy […]
2019, adopter feedback, Adoption, Cats, Dogs, FOTAS, kittens, News
We Love a Happy Ending! Adopters Share Their Success Stories
18
Dec
Dec
Thank you to everyone who has adopted pets from the Aiken County Animal Shelter. Here are some of the latest emails and notes we’ve received from folks who have given […]
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, 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, Adoption, Cats, Dogs, Events, FOTAS, injured animals, kittens, News
Clear the Shelter Event Results in Heartwarming Adoptions
26
Aug
Aug
Last Saturday’s Clear the Shelter event at the Aiken County Animal Shelter was a success, with 40 unwanted pets finding loving homes in four hours. Part of an annual national […]