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: Jaxon
In early 2024, Jaxon’s one and only owner had to move to an assisted living facility and sadly wasn’t able…
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Changing Seasons – September Sanctuary Update
Hi Everyone! One of the great joys of working at the sanctuary is watching the seasons change. Seeing the winter…
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Featured Pets: Ash, Sophie, Snowball, Raven, Ophelia, & Onyx
As we were preparing to welcome our first small animal guests at Suzanne’s Place, we were communicating with a hamster…
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A Tribute to Chloe, Chuckles, Little Girl & Pepper
Just opening our doors to Suzanne’s Place in July of this year, our whole organization and community have been patiently…
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Dog Playgroup Workshop
With the joined forces of Director of Canine Behavior Programs, Peyton Winter, CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA and Sanctuary Canine Behavior Assistant, Allisia…
Read MoreNurturing Our Nature – August Sanctuary Update
Hi Everyone! With 48 acres and 9 cottages, there’s lots to care for here. Thankfully, we have an amazing crew…
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Feed The Beasts 2024
Our Feed the Beasts campaign has been a friendly month-long fundraiser competition between two of our beloved Sanctuary Guest species:…
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Featured Pet: Oliver
Prior to his life at our Sanctuary, Oliver lived in a home with his previous owner for four years, until…
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Adoption Update: Cole
In the summer of 2018, a Connecticut Animal Control office received calls about a young stray dog who had been…
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Big Fun in Small Packages – July Sanctuary Update
Hi Everyone! It’s the big news all over the sanctuary! The little critters are here! It’s been something that we’ve…
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Featured Pet: Sunflower
Beautiful and bright, Sunflower (also known as Sunny) was adopted as a young pup to a lovely family. They had…
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Canine Volunteer Open House
OC is hosting a special Canine Volunteer Open House on Saturday, September 7th from 10AM-1PM! Come learn more about how…
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