Category Archives: County Animal Control
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
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 […]
2021, Adoption, Bully Dogs, County Animal Control, Dogs, FOTAS, injured animals, News, surgeries
Shelter Dog Spirit Overcomes Adversity, Hopes for a Forever Home
May
The 27-pound mixed breed female that hobbled out of the roadside woods to greet Patrick Miller, Animal Control Officer, was bringing a lesson to share. Patrick suspected a hit and […]
2020, animal abuse, ANIMAL CRUELTY, Chained dogs, coronavirus crisis, County Animal Control, County animal laws, County tethering ordinance, FOTAS, neglected pets, News
Community Outreach More Vital than Ever During Difficult Times
Jun
While catching up on paperwork early Thursday morning, Patrick Miller, Supervisor of Animal Control in Aiken County’s Code Enforcement Division, is asked what he likes most about his job. “Helping […]
2020, ANIMAL CRUELTY, Chained dogs, County Animal Control, Dogs, Dr. Lisa Levy, FOTAS, injured animals, neglected pets, News
Animal Cruelty: If You See Something, Say Something
May
Animal cruelty comes in many forms and is more common than we want to believe. It can be seen in such diverse ways as physical abuse, neglect of basic care, […]
2020, Bully Dogs, County Animal Control, Dogs, Dr. Lisa Levy, Foster, fostering, FOTAS, neglected pets, News
A Tale of the Crooked Little Puppy
Apr
Animal Control brought in a puppy one morning and said there was something wrong with his front legs. I was in surgery so could not look at him immediately but […]
2019, animal abuse, County Animal Control, Demodex, Dogs, FOTAS, neglected pets, News
Dede Blossoms After Love and Care at the County Shelter
Oct
Dede was wandering the backroads of the county in the sizzling heat of July when she was picked up by animal control officers. Her condition was shocking: aside from being […]
2019, animal care education, Chained dogs, County Animal Control, County animal laws, Dogs, FOTAS, Junior FOTAS, microchipping, News, Spay/Neuter, surrendered pets
Animal Control Officers: Friends, not Dog Catchers
Apr
by Kathy Jacobs, FOTAS Program Director I often go to area schools to talk to students about responsible pet ownership and proper animal care. When we talk about how animals […]
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