Otis Is At The Aiken County Animal Shelter
This adoptable dog in Aiken is ready to find his forever home. His name is Otis, and he’s currently at the Aiken County Animal Shelter.
He can’t believe he’s homeless at 10 years old, but, Otis now finds himself at the shelter.
As you can see from the photo, he’s was shaved because of some heavy “matting”. He’s ready for a new coat and a new life. The shelter has told him his best life is ahead.
Otis is deeply loving, full of personality, and he’s ok with dogs that are friendly and gentle. He seems housetrained. He’s terrified of kennels and cages and will do best in a home where he’s not kenneled. You can imagine how unhappy he is in the cages at the shelter.
He’s neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and heartworm negative. His adoption fee is $35.
The Aiken County Animal Shelter is located at 333 Wire Rd., Aiken, SC.
E-mail, [email protected] to meet Otis. Walk-Ins are welcomed from 11am-4pm Monday thru Saturday.
The shelter is full, as it always is, Otis needs you to pass this along so he can find a loving home. See more adoptable dogs HERE.
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Do This Before You Go Outdoors
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Avoid Areas That Ticks Love
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After You've Had Fun Outdoors
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Do This If You Get a Tick Bite
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Remain Calm
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