For 38 years Saint Frances Animal Center has taken in Georgetown County’s abandoned, neglected lost and abused dogs and cats. On a typical day, we have over 150 animals in our care. Our staff feeds, vaccinates, spays/neuters, and socializes them. We then work tirelessly to find them forever homes.
Animals are brought to us in all kinds of desperate situations. When an animal is suffering due to illness or injury beyond the scope of our means or abilities, or when an animal’s temperament makes it a danger to other animals or people, we have an obligation to end its suffering through euthanasia. Saint Frances does not euthanize for space. We strive to save and place every animal in our care and pursue all reasonable efforts to provide for their well-being.
In 2020, we cared for 3,895 animals. It was nearly evenly divided between cats and dogs: 1,971 cats and 1,924 dogs came under our care. The clinic saw 2,228 patients and the shelter took in 1,667 dogs and cats.
Our work continues as we educate the Georgetown community on responsible pet ownership and ongoing care. We also sponsor forward thinking programs, such as Trap-Neuter-Release and Pittie Community Clinics, to mitigate animal over population. See our Vet Services page for more information.
