MAKE A DONATION
Your support helps us rescue, care for, and find homes for animals in need. Donations fund spay/neuter surgeries, medical care, food, and shelter—but giving isn’t just about money!
You can also donate supplies, volunteer your time, foster a pet, or share your skills to help us continue our lifesaving work. Every contribution, big or small, helps save lives!
Checks can be mailed to our office address:
2761 Johnstown Rd Columbus, OH 43219
Judy's Legacy of Love
Every now and then in the course of our work, we meet someone who is so passionate about animals, so loving, giving and compassionate that they live on long past their last breath.
For Columbus Dog Connection, one of those people is Judy, a devoted cheerleader, supporter, adopter and foster mom who lost her battle with cancer earlier this year.
Columbus Dog Connection will carry on her work through Judy's Legacy of Love Fund, which we’ve established to provide care for the senior, hospice, permanent and long-term dogs in our adoption program.
We met Judy in September 2005 when she adopted Ginger, a shy little terrier rescued from a busy and loud shelter. Little did we know at the time that this adoption would give us a lifelong friendship.
Judy was all about helping dogs. Soon after adopting Ginger, she became a foster mom, sheltering dozens of dogs through the years. She cried every time one left her home but quickly opened her doors and heart to the next one, each time making the new foster dog feel welcomed, loved, cared for, and special.
Judy took any dog we gave her, from a bouncing-off-the-walls cattle dog puppy to a senior hospice dog who had lived his whole life chained. And for those that were with her until they passed, she was there every minute of their journey. She was their only human, and they were family to her.
And her love was not only for her fosters, but every dog she ever met. But most of all, she dearly loved her personal dogs, Ginger and Macy, the shy terrier who followed Ginger.
Judy was an avid walker who believed each dog deserved to see the world, even if it was a block at a time. She would beam when anyone asked her about her foster dogs, telling them all about their progress and her gratitude that they were in her life.
Judy also volunteered at our office. She made our front yard prettier by planting flowers in the spring and cleaning, weeding, trimming and maintaining beds all summer. A few years ago, we surprised her by placing a small sign reading "Judy's Garden" in the flower bed at our entrance. It's a symbol of how much we meant to each other.
Judy was as honest and sincere as they came. If you were lucky enough to be loved by Judy, you knew that she would stand by your side and help with whatever life threw at you. Her love was unwavering.
Judy began having medical issues a few years ago, one after the other, but she never complained. She just wanted to get better so she could help us and the dogs. She was kind and thoughtful.
When she passed, it was peaceful, with her beloved Macy at her side.
We will miss Judy. We will always remember her unconditional love.
Introducing
The Fowler Fund
In memory of our longest resident office cat, Fowler, this fund is to provide care for the senior, hospice, and other permanent cats that reside at our office.
Fowler, a small tabby, came to CDC in May 2012. He came to us from Mike’s Dog Cabin, a rescue in Ironton, Ohio. The rescue owner had passed away on his property and his remains were not found until more than two weeks later. Most of the dogs and cats on his property perished as well, with only about 17 surviving. We took all of them,12 dogs and 5 cats (Fowler included.)
When Fowler arrived at the office, he became best friends with an orange tabby, named Herbie. They were INSEPARABLE. When Herbie passed away a few years ago, Fowler mourned him deeply. He seemed lost. Over time, he became a part of a threesome that included Baby and Tina, two office feral cats. The three always cuddled, spooned, and slept together.
Fowler was never adopted but he was very happy at the office. He was the elder and the other cats never bothered him. He had his close circle of friends, all the food he wanted, the catio, and staff protecting and loving him. He was the one cat that almost all of our volunteers would ask for and about when they came to the office.
We are honored that he chose us to be a part of his journey, and thankful that we were there at the end when he crossed into his new world.
Please consider donating to this fund to allow us to continue helping the cats that will reside in our care for most of their lives.
DONATE GOODS
We gladly accept donated goods to support our animals and office needs! Items like pet food, supplies, and office materials help us provide the best care—every donation makes a difference!
CDC STORE
Need a gift idea for the person who has everything? Your purchase of one of our t-shirts will help spread the word about our work and we will receive a portion of the proceeds of your purchase price. So far we have raised over $1,000 to help the foster dogs and cats in our care.
Click this link to select from a variety of colors and styles of t-shirts, baseball shirts and hoodies.
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CORPORATE GIVING
Corporate giving allows businesses to support Columbus Dog Connection by fundraising, donating, or matching employee contributions. Get your company involved through workplace fundraisers, sponsorships, or donation drives—every effort helps save more pets!
FACEBOOK FUNDRAISER
You can easily support Columbus Dog Connection by creating a Facebook fundraiser! Whether for a birthday, special event, or just because, your fundraiser helps provide care for dogs and cats in need.
BEQUESTS/WILLS
You can leave a lasting impact by including Columbus Dog Connection in your will, helping homeless pets for years to come. Talk to your financial or legal advisor, and we’re happy to assist in the process!
HONORING LOVED ONES
A thoughtful way to honor a beloved pet or celebrate the life of a friend or family member is to make a donation in their honor. Donations will receive a note from Columbus Dog Connection to let them know of your thoughtful gesture.
UNIQUE WAYS TO GIVE
There are many unique ways to support Columbus Dog Connection beyond traditional donations! Every contribution helps us care for animals in need.
