Since our move from Pennsylvania in 2003 and opening our hearts and home to stray or abandoned dogs, we have been able to place more than 300 dogs in loving homes.

It is not a tremendous number considering all of the animals destroyed in "shelters." We would like to do more. Unfortunately there is only my spouse and I doing the work daily. I am hoping someone will read this and be touched to volunteer for a couple hours a week. Volunteers are greatly needed and welcomed.

The other portion is funding. The local "kill shelter" receives County money (tax dollars) to operate. We, on the other hand, are using our retirement funds to help subsidize the animals that are not readily placed. Having a group adopt Animal Angels for its fund raising efforts would be greatly appreciated. Any and all donations are accepted ... from paper towels, bleach, old towels and blankets to monetary contributions.

As you scroll through the photos on the Adopt-a-Dog page, you will notice many faces that have been with us for several years. These "kidz" are vetted, housetrained and looking for a forever home with a family to call their own. They are fully grown, so there is no surprise as to how large they will become. Please give them your consideration. Every animal, whether 2-legged or 4-legged, needs to give and receive love. These babies are capable of enriching and fulfilling your life.

Should you have an interest in any of our "kidz," you can e-mail an application or hard copy the application and send it via USPS with your deposit of $75.00. The full adoption fee is $175.00, hence, the balance of $100.00 would be due upon acceptance and delivery of your new family member.

As previously stated, our home is the "shelter" or "rescue" site, so please be respectful of our neighbors. Call for an appointment at 803-628-7914 or 7916 to schedule a visit.