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Featured Pet: Parker

By Heather Wildman | September 1, 2021

Still a kitten at seven months old, Parker was found abandoned in a cat carrier at a bar. A Good Samaritan brought her to animal control where we heard about…

Adoption Update: Ragan

By Heather Wildman | September 1, 2021

Ragan, an eight year old black Lab mix, found herself at the Sanctuary last year along with two other dogs, Ari, a nine year old Beagle mix, and Whiskey, a…

OC is Recruiting New Volunteers!

By Heather Wildman | September 1, 2021

We are very happy to announce that our volunteer programs are back to being fully operational and we are now recruiting new volunteers! With the arrival of the Covid-19 pandemic,…

Caring About Yard Care – August Sanctuary Update

By Jon Phillips | August 31, 2021

Hi Everyone!It may not feel like it yet, but summer is showing signs of drawing to a close. It’s a little darker in the morning and the evening. And the…

Summer Adventures – July Sanctuary Update

By Jon Phillips | July 31, 2021

Hi Everyone! Here we are at the height of summer. Long, warm days, and a world of fun things to do. It’s a time for travel and adventure, for going…

Our Feed The Beasts Challenge is Back!

By Heather Wildman | July 16, 2021

The challenge is ON! Everyone’s favorite rivalry- Cats VS. Dogs! Our Feed The Beasts Challenge is back! There are two wish lists, one for the cats and one for the…

Smiling Faces – June Sanctuary Update

By Jon Phillips | July 1, 2021

Hi Everyone!As many of you know, we at the sanctuary have started to cautiously unwind many of our pandemic safety measures. This has allowed for great rebound in our volunteer…

Come Lend a Helping Paw!

By Heather Wildman | June 17, 2021

Would you like to lend a helping paw at the Our Companions Sanctuary? We’re looking to hire a Canine Sanctuary Relief Caregiver.  This position performs the general caregiving tasks for…

Better than Normal – May Sanctuary Update

By Jon Phillips | May 31, 2021

Hi Everyone!We see it coming. It’s getting closer. It almost feels within reach. The light at the end of the tunnel. People are getting vaccinated. New case and fatality numbers…

Spring Blooming – April Sanctuary Update

By Jon Phillips | May 1, 2021

Hi Everyone!Last month, I highlighted some of the growth and change we’re experiencing here at the sanctuary this spring. But of course, as I always like to mention, Our Companions…

Looking for the “Ultimutt” Dog and People Person!

By Heather Wildman | April 13, 2021

Our Companions is seeking candidates for our Sanctuary Canine Volunteer Manager position.  This full time position is responsible for the operation and advancement of our canine volunteer program, as well…

New Faces – March Sanctuary Update

By Jon Phillips | April 2, 2021

Hi Everyone!Spring is here! And just as in nature, things at the sanctuary just keep growing and changing. Here’s a quick look at some of the news on the two-leggers…