Our Companions magazine is published three times a year by a team of talented and dedicated volunteers.
Our Companions magazine Editorial Board:
Editor: Jennifer Barrows
Contributing writers: Jennifer Barrows, Lyn Garson, Lindsey Pellino
Graphic Design: Bonnie Aparicio Art + Design
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Featured Pet: Olive
Young Olive’s story started when she was found alone in her previous home, left behind by her previous owners. The…
Read MoreOC Spirit -October Sanctuary Update
Hi Everyone! For this Halloween time update, I’d like to talk about spirit. But not the spooky kind. I’d like…
Read MoreFeatured Pet: Bootz
Originally from Texas, Bootz resided at a shelter until she was adopted out to a couple in Connecticut when she…
Read MoreA Tribute to Wilfred
In 2021, a local animal control officer contacted Our Companions about an unfortunate situation involving a senior cat. The owner’s…
Read MoreA Tribute to Gumball
We received a call on our Helpline from a woman who was a part of rescue network transporting dogs from…
Read MoreCommunity Outreach: Spring 2023
Spring brings new beginnings and fresh starts! Our Community Cat Program website got a new look, Loki started a new…
Read MoreUntil the End – September Sanctuary Update
Hi Everyone! We all know it. It’s the hardest part of loving our canine and feline friends. They are so…
Read MoreFeatured Pet: Captain Crunch
Captain’s story first began when he was trapped outside to be neutered as part of a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) project. When…
Read MoreA Tribute to Josie
At Our Companions, Josie’s story began with us six years ago when she was trapped as part of a Trap-Neuter-Return…
Read MoreAdoption Update: Yetti
Our Helpline received a call in Fall of 2021 from a person seeking assistance with her young cats. One of…
Read MoreFeed The Beasts 2023
The competition is back and our Sanctuary guests are hungry… to win the challenge! Our 6th annual Feed the Beasts…
Read MoreIn the Garden – August Sanctuary Update
Hi Everyone! Summer is starting to wrap up. It’s been quite a busy time, with the completion of the new…
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