WINNSBORO – It was a bittersweet moment Monday as Fairfield County’s animal control director stepped to the podium for perhaps the last time. Usually Bob Innes, in his distinct British accent, takes to the lectern to advocate on behalf of abused and abandoned animals. He’s lobbied for stronger animal care laws. He’s pleaded for funding […]
Bob Innes resigns as Director of Animal Control
September 21, 2023 By
WINNSBORO – Fairfield County Director of Animal Control Bob Innes submitted his resignation on Monday. He will continue to work until at least the end of the month. Innes has held the director’s position at the shelter for seven years. Prior to that he was the director of the shelter at Pets Inc. in Columbia. […]
Raising the bar for animal care in Fairfield
September 24, 2020 By
Against Many Odds, Bob Innes has Turned the Animal Shelter Around WINNSBORO – It was a dark time for dogs, cats and other Fairfield County animals. In 2016, two of every three animals brought to the animal shelter were being euthanized. Making matters worse, revenues were scant. Since becoming Fairfield County Animal Control Director, Bob […]
