These are photos of some of the dogs and puppies available for adoption.  Please visit us and see all the beautiful dogs we have waiting for a home! (There is always the possibility that a pictured dog may be unavailable.)

SPECIAL INFORMATION ABOUT TEACHING YOUR DOG HOW TO BE POTTY-TRAINED

It can be done! (No, it can't!  Yes, it CAN!)

There are more dogs and puppies available.  Visit the Greenwood County Animal Shelter to see them all!

Identification: Tagging and microchipping your dog are essential to helping him find his way home if he is lost. The tag should indicate your dog’s name, as well as your name, address, home phone number and cell phone number. Microchips are miniature electronic capsules embedded under the pet’s skin. They are safe and effective and provide excellent backup identification in case your pet’s collar and tags are lost.

Spay/Neuter: It is estimated that approximately 3.7 million animals are euthanized at shelters each year because there are not enough homes for them. Having your pet spayed or neutered ensures that you will not add to this tremendous burden. Spaying or neutering will also eliminate the risk of certain diseases and cancers of the reproductive organs, as well as reduce the risk of behavior problems such as aggression and territorial marking. A dog that is spayed or neutered will live a happier, healthier and longer life.

Veterinary Exams: To keep your dog healthy, be sure to take him to the veterinarian for an annual examination. Your veterinarian can detect signs of a problem — such as dental disease or heart problems — before it becomes serious, and prescribe appropriate treatment.

Vaccinations: To protect your pet from getting a serious disease, keep his vaccinations up to date. This is important even if your dog mostly stays inside or at home. All dogs should be vaccinated for distemper, parvovirus and rabies. Depending on where you live, vaccinations for other common diseases may also be recommended by your veterinarian.

Feeding: Make sure your dog eats high-quality food every day and has fresh water available at all times.

Training and Behavior: Most behavior problems — like constant barking or getting into the trash — can be solved with a little training. Don’t give up; contact an animal trainer or behavior consultant for help.

Exercise: Spend quality time with your pet every day. Playing with and walking your dog will allow you both to bond. It will also relieve your dog’s boredom, which can lead to behavior problems such as digging and barking.

Grooming: Pets need regular brushing, bathing and dental care, and breeds with long fur require frequent trips to the groomer.

Open Truck Beds: Don’t let your dog ride in an open truck bed. An estimated 100,000 dogs die each year by being bumped from truck beds onto the road and into traffic. Also, do not leash your pet inside a truck bed.  Many dogs have been strangled when bumped over the sides of trucks and left helplessly dangling. If your dog must ride in the back of the truck, put him in a crate secured to the truck bed.

Unattended Pets in Your Vehicle: Dogs are much more susceptible to heat stroke than humans. Temperatures inside a parked car can quickly reach levels that are lethal to your dog, even when the outdoor temperature is moderate. With an outdoor temperature of 72 degrees, the temperature in a parked car can reach 102 degrees in just 30 minutes.

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of our available cats!