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A Tribute to Henry

By Heather Wildman | February 26, 2020

Henry’s story begins when he was originally adopted from a rescue after a first-time dog owner took pity on Henry and wanted to take him home. She soon realized that…

Keeping Warm – January Sanctuary Update

By Jon Phillips | February 7, 2020

It may not really feel like it yet, but we are smack in the middle of winter in Connecticut. That means that the big issue on everyone’s tongues is keeping…

Secret Admirer Wish List

By Heather Wildman | February 1, 2020

Hello Our Companions Supporters! It’s that time of year when love is in the air. We know how much you love the dogs and cats here at the Sanctuary, so…

Featured Pet: Kahlua

By Heather Wildman | January 30, 2020

Kahlua has had quite the life prior to becoming a part of the OC family! Her story starts in North Carolina where she was found tied out to a foreclosed…

Happy New Year! – December Sanctuary Update

By Jon Phillips | January 4, 2020

The end of one year and the beginning of another is always a meaningful time in our minds and in our hearts. As we move from 2019 to 2020, I…

Our Companions is looking for a Jack Russell Terrier of All Trades!

By Stephanie Montemerlo | January 2, 2020

With 47 acres of land, six buildings, five play yards, and over two miles of hiking trails, there is a lot that needs upkeep at the Our Companions Sanctuary. We’re looking…

Featured Pet: Ralph

By Heather Wildman | December 31, 2019

In his previous home, four year old Ralph was experiencing a severe urinary blockage. Though it’s not completely understood how urinary obstruction occurs; infections, diet, or trauma usually play a…

Happy Holidays from Our Companions!!

By Paul Johnson | December 16, 2019

With all of the hustle and bustle of the season, we so appreciate your continued dedication to Our Companions, and especially the dogs and cats at the sanctuary. We also…

Generosity – Holiday Sanctuary Update

By Jon Phillips | December 16, 2019

This is a busy time of year for everyone, and that definitely includes all of us here at the Our Companions Sanctuary. Luckily for me, there’s so many things going…

Adoption Update- Penelope

By Heather Wildman | November 30, 2019

Penelope arrived to the Sanctuary in 2018 needing care and medical attention at around 3-5 years old. Her teeth needed to be desperately cleaned and she also developed an infection…

A Ghost Story – October Sanctuary Update

By Jon Phillips | November 4, 2019

It probably won’t be a surprise to anyone that I’m a big fan of all things creepy. So, of course, October is my favorite month. In honor of this spookiest…

A Tribute to Clementine

By Heather Wildman | October 31, 2019

Clementine was brought to animal control early last year after his owner passed away. We don’t know much about his life in the home, but his story with us started…