In early February, the shelter received a large group of dogs from a hoarding situation. These poor canines were not only fearful, but also emaciated, covered in fleas — and […]
Category Archives: fostering
2020, Cats, Dogs, Foster, fostering, FOTAS, News, Spay/Neuter
County Shelter Emergency: Transfers Cancelled Due to COVID-19
30
Mar
Mar
As the coronavirus spreads throughout the United States, the ways in which our daily lives are affected become more apparent with each passing day. Shortages in household goods, widespread closing […]
2020, animal abuse, Chained dogs, County animal laws, Dogs, fostering, FOTAS, injured animals, neglected pets, News
The Discarding of Countless Litters in Our Community Is Sad and Unacceptable
24
Mar
Mar
“We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals.” — Immanuel Kant Last month, a very kind couple arrived at the shelter with a litter of […]
2020, Demodex, Foster, fostering, FOTAS, kennel stress, neglected pets, News
Fosters Needed for Shelter Dogs with Demodectic Mange
17
Feb
Feb
They arrive at the Aiken County Animal Shelter (ACAS) with patches of fur missing – and sometimes even completely bald, with red, scaly skin — but through fostering and treatment, […]
"Can I Crash on Your Couch?" program, 2020, Adoption, Bully Dogs, Doggie Day Out, Dogs, fostering, FOTAS, kennel stress, News
County Animal Shelter Dog Jay Shares His Adoption Story
05
Feb
Feb
My name is Jay. I was recently adopted from the Aiken County Animal Shelter and have a story to tell. I never wanted to end up at the shelter but, […]
2019, Bully Dogs, Dogs, donations, Events, fostering, FOTAS, Fundraisers, News, surrendered pets, TNR Program, Volunteers
The Christmas Season of Kindness and Hope
30
Dec
Dec
The good doctor was on his way to work in Augusta when he spotted two large bully dogs on the Aiken-Augusta Highway. Concerned about their safety on the busy, four-lane […]
2019, Bully Dogs, Dogs, Foster, fostering, FOTAS, News, Shelter staff, Uncategorized, Volunteers
Sick Puppy Saved Through FOTAS/ACAS Teamwork
03
Sep
Sep
Brindle and white mixed breed Tiffany arrived at the Aiken County Animal Shelter (ACAS) with three puppies that were barely one week old. We had no foster volunteers available, so […]
2019, Demodex, Dogs, Foster, fostering, FOTAS, injured animals, kittens, neglected pets, News, Volunteers
Fostering Medical Needs Pets Brings New Challenges, Many Rewards
19
Aug
Aug
This has been a long summer at the Aiken County Animal Shelter (ACAS). Kittens thrown from car windows, dogs starved, puppies abandoned in the woods…we’ve seen all these scenarios come […]
2019, Adoption, Bully Dogs, Dogs, fostering, FOTAS, kennel stress, News, Pibbles, Training
Amazing Dogs Struggle to Find Homes Due to Kennel Stress
22
Jul
Jul
Last week I walked over to see the new dogs on the shelter’s intake wing. When I see the dog in kennel 8, my heart breaks. He is so scared. […]
2019, Adoption, Bully Dogs, Dogs, Foster, fostering, FOTAS, News, Pibbles, surrendered pets, Training, Volunteer, Volunteers
Fostering Prepares Pets for Adoption and Saves Lives
25
Jun
Jun
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 […]