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, […]
Category Archives: FOTAS
2020, Adoption, Children, Dogs, fostering, FOTAS, Junior FOTAS, News, Volunteers
Job Shadow Day at the Shelter with Logan Heath
06
May
May
One of my favorite programs offered within the Aiken County School System is Job Shadow Day. Students are encouraged to follow an adult at work to learn first-hand what they […]
2020, Bully Dogs, County Animal Control, Dogs, Dr. Lisa Levy, Foster, fostering, FOTAS, neglected pets, News
A Tale of the Crooked Little Puppy
27
Apr
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 […]
2020, Demodex, Dogs, Foster, fostering, FOTAS, kennel stress, neglected pets, News
Fostering Helps Save Dogs Rescued from Hoarding Situation
26
Apr
Apr
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 […]
2020, Adoption, bonded pets, bonded pets, cats, dogs, Cats, Dogs, FOTAS, making care-giving arrangements for pets, News, SOCIAL MEDIA, surrendered pets
Bonded Dog and Cat Saved After Owner Goes into Assisted Living
16
Apr
Apr
Everything fell apart for Fergus and George when their owner’s health deteriorated, forcing him to move into an assisted living facility. Broken-hearted, Robert Toole brought Fergus, a 2-year-old, tan Chihuahua, […]
2020, Adoption, coronavirus crisis, Dogs, FOTAS, News, SELECTING A PET
FOTAS: The Fate of a Dog During the Coronavirus Crisis
12
Apr
Apr
My name is Buck, and although I’m just a dog, I know a thing or two about this coronavirus. First of all, I know I can’t get it or give […]
2020, Adoption, Dogs, FOTAS, neglected pets, News, Volunteer
A FOTAS Love Story: Fate and the Redemptive Power of Love
07
Apr
Apr
This week’s story is one about serendipity—a series of coincidental and seemingly unrelated events and encounters that resulted in happy good fortune for a scared, abandoned dog and a man […]
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, Bully Dogs, Chained dogs, Dogs, FOTAS, kennel stress, News, Pibbles
Affectionate Shelter Dog Baya Is One Marvelous Mutt
09
Mar
Mar
Mutts are a tribute to the creativity of nature, each one unique—a mix of physical and behavioral characteristics divinely inspired and executed. As a rule, thanks to a broader, more […]