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 […]
Category Archives: Dogs
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Oct
Oct
A microchip the size of a grain of rice has the power to save your pet’s life. This radio frequency identification device (RFID) can mean the difference between losing your […]
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
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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. […]
2020, Bully Dogs, Doggy Treadmill, Dogs, FOTAS, kennel stress, News, Pibbles, Training
Shelter Treadmill Training Saves Shy and Stressed Out Dogs
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Sep
Sep
So many of our shelter dogs come from situations of neglect. They have not had training and do not have polished manners, which leads us to the task of teaching […]
2020, animal abuse, ANIMAL CRUELTY, Dogs, Dr. Lisa Levy, FOTAS, injured animals, neglected pets, News, surgeries
A Song of Survival: The Ballad of Willie Nelson
09
Sep
Sep
I came into work one morning several months ago to find that Animal Control had brought in a medium-sized, black dog who could not stand up. After examination, I found […]
2020, Bully Dogs, Chained dogs, Dogs, kennel stress, neglected pets, News, Pibbles
The Forgotten Aiken County Shelter Dogs: Colt, Loki & Lucy
31
Aug
Aug
The Aiken County Animal Shelter has enjoyed some amazing adoptions in the past few months. People were home on quarantine, and it was the perfect time to adopt. But now […]
"Can I Crash on Your Couch?" program, 2020, coronavirus crisis, DOGGIE DATES, Doggie Day Out, Dogs, FOTAS, News, Volunteer, Volunteers
Pure Bliss: Take a Shelter Dog on a Short Field Trip or Sleepover
28
Aug
Aug
Pure bliss. That is what a shelter dog feels when he gets a chance to spend time away from the shelter for a night, a weekend or even just a […]
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Aug
Aug
When Carol Winn adopted sweet brindle and white Terrier mix Matilda from the Aiken County Animal Shelter, she had no way of knowing this cute, young dog would save her […]
2020, animal abuse, ANIMAL CRUELTY, Chained dogs, Dogs, FOTAS, neglected pets, News, SOCIAL MEDIA
Frightened, Sad Shelter Dog Reminds Us We Can Still Make a Difference
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Jul
Jul
At a time when we might feel helpless in a world out of control, Kai’s story reminds us we can still make a difference. His fear also hits home. There’s […]