In the seven years since the new Aiken County Animal Shelter opened, thousands and thousands of dogs have passed through its doors. Dogs of every shape, size, age, condition, breed, […]
Category Archives: Adoption
2021, Adoption, Bully Dogs, Dogs, FOTAS, neglected pets, News, Pibbles, Volunteer, Volunteers
Local News Anchor Joins FOTAS, Adopts and Promotes Shelter Dogs
25
Jan
Jan
WRDW TV News Anchor and Investigative Reporter Meredith Anderson and her daughter, Ella, have joined FOTAS, and we could not be more pleased to have them on our team. They […]
2020, adopter feedback, Adoption, Dogs, FOTAS, kittens, News
Happy Tails and Adoption Success Stories Reflect the Holiday Spirit
04
Jan
Jan
Our final column for this year celebrates happy “tails” and dreams come true. We thank our volunteers, fosters, donors and adopters for giving these homeless animals a second chance at […]
2020, Adoption, Bully Dogs, Dogs, News, Pibbles
Christmas Miracle: Fate Brings Family and Dogs Together
28
Dec
Dec
Sometimes things happen that cannot be explained. My wife, Jennifer, and I recently experienced such an event. About 15 months ago we adopted Meadow, a white Pitbull mix, from the […]
2020, adopter feedback, Adoption, ANIMAL CRUELTY, Dogs, FOTAS, neglected pets, News
Stray Dog Toby Escapes Hard-Knock Life to Become Cherished Family Member
17
Dec
Dec
Dogs living in animal shelters remind me of the iconic Broadway play, “Annie”. Early in the show, Annie and the other orphans sing, “It’s a hard-knock life.” With lyrics like […]
2020, adopter feedback, Adoption, coronavirus crisis, Dogs, FOTAS, kittens, News, Veterans
FOTAS Provides Complimentary Adoptions to Veterans Year-Round
13
Nov
Nov
This Wednesday, November 11th is Veterans Day. Held on the anniversary of the end of World War I, it is an important holiday that honors U.S. veterans and thanks them […]
2020, Adoption, Cats, Dogs, FOTAS, Home-to-Home adoption program, News, SELECTING A PET, SOCIAL MEDIA
‘Home to Home’ Proves to be a Successful Resource for Adopting Out Pets
31
Oct
Oct
We’re about a year and a half into the inception of our Home to Home program, which is free to use. Home to Home is a better way for rehoming […]
2020, Adoption, Cats, Dogs, FOTAS, News, pet discrimination, pet myths and misinformation, SELECTING A PET
Why Are Black Dogs and Cats Often the Last to Be Adopted?
20
Oct
Oct
People discriminate against black dogs and cats. This isn’t an opinion. It is a statistical fact. Black dogs and cats wait four times longer to get adopted from shelters and […]
2020, adopter feedback, Adoption, Cats, Dogs, FOTAS, kittens, News
County Shelter Pets in Need Find Fantastic Forever Homes
07
Oct
Oct
When you adopt a homeless pet from the Aiken County Animal Shelter (ACAS) and walk out the door with your new furry companion, staff members don’t just file your paperwork, […]
2020, Adoption, animal care education, Dogs, FOTAS, News, Proper Pet Care, Training
Bringing Your New Dog Home: Five Tips for a Successful Adoption
28
Sep
Sep
You just saved a life. A dog at the Aiken County Animal Shelter (ACAS) pulled at your heart and after visiting her, you took her home to be your companion. […]