AIKEN, SC. (WJBF)- Every year, the Aiken County Animal Shelter hosts its annual Clear the Shelter Event.

But they need your help, as there's more animals at the shelter than places for them to stay.

In 2024, the animal shelter took in more than 3,000 dogs and cats from across the county.

Those numbers continue to climb, as the summer months are their highest intake time of the year.

“It is a nonstop stream of people coming in, dropping off dogs, cats, kittens, and we are absolutely full. There’s not an open space in the shelter right now," said FOTAS Programs Coordinator Kathy Cagle.

Many are coming to the shelter through animal control, but she also says they’re seeing a lot more stray pets found by homeowners.

“These guys are precious—they have a really nice mom, and they were all

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