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Woof & Witches 2026 is getting a new haunt! Join us on SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4th – from 12noon to 3pm at The Wag * Dog Bar and People Park * 1330 Norton Avenue in Grandview Heights (between W 5th and W 3rd) We couldn’t be more excited. Woof & Witches is a pet friendly family event featuring dozens of pet rescues, vendors, food trucks and Halloween themed activities for you and your pet. Let us know that you are planning to join us – sign up on our event page here: https://www.oh

Our Furry Friends candidate Scrappy is doing well but still looking for his forever home. You might remember that Scrappy was a severely abused pup that the Furry Friends Fund helped give him a fresh start back to health. Scrappy who so loves people despite the abuse still has a few behavior issues to work out. OPC continue to help Scrappy out even if he finds his forever home. Scrappy when he was rescued Scrappy looking good at VEG Event on 08/29 Scrappy giving a kiss to

Heartfelt Thanks for a Second Chance Biggs, a pocket Pittie, was in need of emergency veterinary care after being attacked by another dog. Thanks to the OPC Furry Friends Fund, he received the help he needed and was given a second chance at life. Many thanks to VEG ER For Pets for providing affordable medical care for this pup.

🎉 Get ready for some fun! Click the link below to dive into a world of memories and joy from the event! 📸 ✨ Check out the pictures here! ✨

“DO YOU LIKE EVENTS? WE’VE GOT GREAT EVENTS! MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW! Building Bridges Between Our Community and Pets in Need” “Saving one animal doesn’t change the whole world, but it changes the whole world for that one animal!” “The greatness of a nation can be judged by the way it treats its’ animals!” Join us for “THE DOG DAYS OF SUMMER” Thursday evening, August 20th – 6-9pm It’s our next big event at The Night Market in Dublin’s Bridge Park. Dozens of Pet Rescues an

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“Building Bridges Between Our Community and Pets in Need” This precious pitbull mix puppy was recently rescued from a bad home environment and has been adopted by his rescuer. “Even though he was traumatized, this pup was still loving towards humans!” OPC CAN BE THERE TO HELP WHEN DESPERATE SITUATIONS ARISE! When Loretta Thompson, Founder/Director of the Blessing Animals Pet Pantry, heard about a puppy that had been rescued from a neglectful owner in suburban Columbus –

Poochella was our BEST one yet! 🎉🐾A huge thank‑you to everyone who made the day incredible—our amazing attendees, vendors, rescues, charities, volunteers, OWU Pet Pals, and of course our event sponsor Impact 60 and activity sponsors K9 Resorts , Pet Palace , and VEG ER for Pets . We couldn’t have done it without you! Now for the part you’ve been waiting for… 📸✨Here are the amazing photos from Lady Grace Photography—get ready for cuteness overload: https://ladygracephotog

Choosing to devote a portion of your free time to support a cause that is near and dear to your heart is a selfless act and a statement about who you are and what you believe in. Ohio Pet Charities is looking for people with a passion for animals to help us in a variety of ways this year. Pictured from left: Tim Brooks, Matt McClain, Edward Swiech, Matt Chimento, Bob Appleby, Christen King, Sharon Daehler, Todd Mannix, Retreat Facilitator Christy Farnbach, Ireland McLaughl

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our 2025 Woof & Witches event at the Topiary Park! Here is the link to the photos from Woof and Witches: