News Summary
The Aiken County Animal Shelter is organizing the ‘Early Summer Adoption Paw-ty’ on June 21, aiming to address its overcrowding crisis. With over 500 animals taken in recently, the event will waive adoption fees to encourage community support. One free adoption per household will be allowed, helping to provide homes for many pets in need. Local residents are urged to consider both adoption and fostering as measures to assist the shelter.
Aiken County Animal Shelter Hosts Free Adoption Event Amid Overcrowding Crisis
The Aiken County Animal Shelter (ACAS) will hold a free adoption event, the “Early Summer Adoption Paw-ty,” on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event aims to alleviate the severe overcrowding crisis at the shelter, which filled its last available kennel on June 18, 2025. During this special event, adoption fees will be waived for all available pets, including puppies and kittens, with a limit of one free adoption per household.
Since May 2025, the shelter has accepted approximately 500 homeless animals, with nearly 300 of these intakes occurring in May alone. So far in June, over 200 animals have been brought in. Many of these animals are too young to be adopted, resulting in their placement in foster homes. The shelter is facing a heightened intake of animals earlier than anticipated for the summer season, further intensifying the need for the community’s support through adoption.
Bob Gordon, an adoption counselor at ACAS, expressed the urgent need for good homes for the many special dogs and cats available for adoption. By adopting, community members can help free up much-needed space at the shelter and maintain the animals’ well-being, as prolonged stays can impact their personalities negatively.
Supporting this initiative, Friends Of The Animal Shelter (FOTAS) President Jennifer Miller noted that a successful turnout at the adoption event would aid in managing the shelter’s capacity issues significantly. The event also serves to promote the health and grounding of these animals, encouraging local residents to consider not just adoption but also fostering dogs and cats.
Event Details
The “Early Summer Adoption Paw-ty” will take place at the Aiken County Animal Shelter located on Wire Road. Individuals interested in participating can visit the shelter during the specified hours to find their next pet. The regular adoption hours at ACAS are Monday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For further inquiries regarding the event or the animals available for adoption, individuals can contact the Aiken County Animal Shelter at (803) 642-1537, option 3, or via email at [email protected].
Background Context
The Aiken County Animal Shelter plays a crucial role in the local community by providing care and shelter to homeless and abandoned animals. The shelter works tirelessly to ensure that these pets find their forever homes. However, the recent surge in animal intakes has created an overcrowding crisis necessitating immediate action to improve the situation.
Efforts at the shelter are continuously aimed at promoting responsible pet ownership and ensuring that the animals receive the necessary care, including health checks and socialization opportunities. By organizing events such as the “Early Summer Adoption Paw-ty,” the shelter hopes to engage the community, increase awareness around pet adoption, and foster a compassionate environment for animals in need.
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