Category Archives: Junior FOTAS
2020, Adoption, Children, Dogs, fostering, FOTAS, Junior FOTAS, News, Volunteers
Job Shadow Day at the Shelter with Logan Heath
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 […]
2019, Dogs, donations, Events, FOTAS, Fundraisers, Junior FOTAS, News, Volunteers
Educating Local Students Is Key to Helping Homeless Pets
Jan
I am constantly blown away by the kindness of young people in our community, especially during the holiday season. Local students care deeply about the homeless animals at the Aiken […]
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 […]
2018, Adoption, Doggy Treadmill, Dogs, essay, FOTAS, Junior FOTAS, News, Training, Volunteers
Doggy Treadmill Works Wonders at the County Shelter
Nov
When someone suggested to FOTAS a few months ago that using a doggy treadmill at the Aiken County Animal Shelter would help our shy, scared dogs and overly-energetic dogs to […]
2018, Children, Dogs, donations, FOTAS, Fundraisers, Junior FOTAS, News, TNR Program, Volunteer, Volunteers, Woofstock
Junior FOTAS Students Prove our Future Looks Good
Oct
Last year, a new after school program called Junior FOTAS was started by students at Tall Pines STEM Academy. Two teachers assist the students, including their language arts teacher, Mrs. […]