Happy Halloween from Our Companions!

 

 

Bat-Cat (aka Boots) adopted from Our Companions earlier this year

Recently rescued nursing momma cat has found sanctuary with us.  While she continues to be camera shy, her 5 week old kittens were pleased today to pose for photos!  Be prepared to fall in love.

Finch - boy

Flicker - girl

Lark - boy

Martin - boy

Phoebe - girl

Robin - girl

Sparrow - girl

Warbler - girl

 

 

Yes, they are ALL available for adoption and we are taking reservations.  Adoption screening required and they will be ready in a few weeks.   See our on-line application and begin the process today.  Yes, you can!

TJ and Rosie---- more on this PURR-FECT Pair!

TJ Finds True Love

 

 

 

TJ has recently found someone very special to help him continue his healing journey. An eight-month-old calico kitten named Rosie has become TJ’s new best friend and true love.

 

As soon as Rosie arrived at Our Companions Sanctuary, she was immediately taken by TJ's fun-loving personality and good looks. He reciprocated her feelings of affection, and the two cats have since become inseparable.  Rosie and TJ enjoy fun-filled afternoons playfully chasing one another around the Rescue Cottage. When playtime is over, TJ welcomes Rosie to join him for naptime, and lovingly wraps his paws around her and grooms her. Rosie's soft sweet purr tells everyone that she feels most comforted and loved in TJ's warm embrace.

 

TJ and Rosie have become so close that we have decided they must be adopted together, so that they may be able to continue this special friendship for the rest of their lives. If you are interested in adopting TJ and Rosie, please contact Julie at (860) 242-9999 ext. 302 or Julie@ourcompanions.org

 

Sanctuary Construction Update

The leaves in Ashford are nearing peak and the beautify of Autumn is among us. With it, is the near completion of the construction of our two Sanctuary Canine Cottages.

 

Check out the latest video update:

TJ and Rosie - a purrfect pair!

Our Companions Volunteer, Wendy Davis' love for animals is fueling her passion to complete a marathon:  Read an open letter from Wendy below and join us in supporting her efforts to do the right thing for animals!

Dear Family, Friends, Team, Parents-

 

Last October 2012, I decided to run my first marathon. I ran it to prove to myself that I could do it. I’ve decided to run another marathon but this time for a cause greater than myself. I have decided to combine two of my passions in life, running and animals, to help the animals of Our Companions.

 

“Our Companions Animal Rescue is a Connecticut based organization that is committed to doing the right thing for animals, regardless of the cost or challenge. What this means is that they go to extraordinary lengths to help animals in need today, while also working to prevent animals from becoming homeless tomorrow by addressing the root causes of pet homelessness.”

 

I volunteer once a week at Our Companions Animal Sanctuary in Ashford, CT, caring for and loving the animals in the cottage. There are two more cottages being built on the sanctuary grounds so it is exciting times because it means we will be able to save more animals!

 

My marathon is the Hartford Marathon October 12^th, 2013, at 8:00am. I’m trying to raise $3,000 for this wonderful organization that I believe in and that I am extremely proud to say that I am a part of in their mission to save animals.

 

To donate, please click on my link below. This is a secure site and the money will go directly to Our Companions. If you are uncomfortable making an on-line donation you can also write a check and send it directly to Our Companions (34 Sanrico Dr., Manchester, CT 06042). Please make sure to write on the check that it is for “Wendy’s 26.2 for the Animals of OC” so we can keep track of my donations. You can also send it to me and I will make sure OC gets it (14 Westwood St. Manchester, CT 06040), please make all checks payable to “Our Companions.”

 

https://ourcompanions.ejoinme.org/MyPages/Wendys262fortheAnimalsofOurCompanions/tabid/484049/Default.aspx 

 

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

THE ANIMALS THANK YOU, TOO!

 

 

Wendy Davis

Trinity College

Women's Basketball Coach

Associate Professor of Physical Education

300 Summit Street

Hartford, CT 06106-3100

860.297.2069

wendy.davis@trincoll.edu

 

“Small acts by millions of people can change the world.”  Marlene Bjornsrud

 

  

Gotta Love Blue

I don't know what is more beautiful, the blue siding on the new Canine Cottage at the Ashford Sanctuary or the amazing sky.

What do you think?

Either way, here's a photo and video update on the sanctaury construction.