A lazy Sunday morning after the snowstorm....

 Victoria

 Bella

Petey

Photos courtesy of our wonderful sanctuary cat volunteers who brave all types of weather to be with the ones they love! 

A Day In The Life......

Victoria, or Vicky as we like to call her, is always very helpful when it comes to any activity taking place at the Our Companions Ashford Sanctuary.  She is pictured here assiting with a recent adoption event.  She is an excellent public relations volunteer and always greets every visitor with a purr!

Never one to want to miss out on a thing, sometimes Vicky pushes herself to stay awake!  We need to convince her it's okay to take a break.  She relents, but only if she can drink from my glass.

or the faucet!

 

 

 

 



COZY CATS

 

COZY CATS..... On a cold winter day such as today, it is nice to see two cats snuggling together.  Missy Meow and Jamie are a mother/son pair who were adopted from the Sanctuary last month.  Here they are, relaxing together in their new home! 

Nothing makes us happier
than to have a potential adopter walk into the rescue cottage and say "I want to rescue a cat".   Cindi and Ed have met their match with Olive!    Olive suffered greatly in her past life and the resulting anger and inappropriate behavior gave us cause for concern when she first moved into the Sanctuary.   We despaired that she would ever be chosen for that all important forever home every cat desires.  With love and patience in their hearts as well as hope that Olive could lead a happy life from this day forward, these true rescue people, moved forward with plans to welcome Olive into their home.  Their unconditional love at first sight for a cat that many considered "unadoptable" moved us to tears when Olive went home with them last night.   Thank you Cindi and Ed, for making Olive's dreams come true!

First Adoption Day at the Sanctuary!

The unexpected snow didn't keep people away!  Thanks to those who joined us for our first ever Adoption Day at the Ashford Sanctuary.   The cats and dogs enjoyed the many visitors (and all of the love and attention they received).  By the end, everyone was ready for a nap.

If you couldn't make it to the event, check back....we'll be sharing photos soon.  You can also visit us during our open "Meet and Greet" hours: Saturdays 12:00-2:00.   Our staff and volunteers will be happy to introduce you to the cats and dogs awaiting adoption.  (For more information on adopting a pet from the sanctuary and our application process, contact our Helpline at 860-242-9999 x 302 or Helpline@ourcompanions.org).

UPDATE:  Roxy (pictured here) was recently adopted by a wonderful couple who met her at the adoption day.  She is settling in nicely and so happy to be in her new home. 

Sanctuary Adoption Event- This Saturday!

Our Home for the Holidays Adoption Event is This Saturday!!  We hope you will spread the word and join us!

Meet Tinka who is available for adoption at the event! Watch her video from this AM's feature on Fox 61:
http://landing.newsinc.com/shared/video.html?freewheel=91060&sitesection=wtic_mrn_590&VID=23903080

WHEN: Saturday, December 1, 2012, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

ADDRESS: The Ashford Rescue Cottage, 46 Floeting Road, Ashford, CT.

Just in time for the holidays, Our Companions will be hosting our first pet adoption day at our new Ashford Sanctuary! OC staff and volunteers will be on site to introduce you to our Canine and Feline sanctuary guests.

If you are considering adopting a new friend, stop by and say hello! Applications will be collected, but pets will not be adopted on the day of the event. For more information on event or on adopting a pet, visit our website: http://www.ourcompanions.org/pages/sanctuary_news.htm

You can help promote this event by distributing this poster (PDF). Thanks!

Introducing Nathan!

Looking for a sweetie to keep you warm at night? I've got the perfect guy for you. Meet Nathan!

 

 

Nathan is about six months old and is fine with cats and dogs, but would also be content as an only pet. He likes cuddle time, play time and also lots of naps. For more information contact Stephanie at 860-242-9999 x. 303 orStephanie@ourcompanions.org