VCAS Blog

[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” overlay_strength=”0.3″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]As we enter another week of stay-at-home protocols we find ourselves faced with generating new ways to remain productive, healthy, and mindful. Below are a few things you can do to […]

[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” overlay_strength=”0.3″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]There’s a lot of information circulating about COVID-19 and how it impacts people and pets.   Although lots of the information is shared with good intentions, it’s important to be sure […]

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[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” overlay_strength=”0.3″ column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]2019 has been a monumental year for VCAS! From trainings, placements, fundraisers and events – the year’s been bustling and impactful.  This year VCAS placed three rescue dogs, hosted four six-week […]

by Kayla Orso I always had dogs growing up. First it was a Dalmatian, named Jafar, that was there before I was even born. Then, when I was 5, we got a Shih Tzu, named Mikki. Because I was so young, I never had to worry about actually taking care of the dog. My mom […]

by Kayla Orso This year, Veterans’ Day (November 11th) falls on a Saturday. To commemorate the day, VCAS will be attending the ROC for Veterans Music Festival hosted by Summit for Soldiers. Summit for Soldiers is an organization dedicated to changing the stigma of mental health and suicide in the veteran population and providing support […]

VCAS is honored to be the Winks & Whiskers spotlight charity for the month of November! Their spotlight charity design was created with our military in mind. For the month of November, Winks & Whiskers will be donating 10% of every purchase to VCAS. Check them out at http://www.winksandwhiskers.com. Click this link to go directly […]

by Alison Vossmoore Somehow our feline friends always know when we want something from them, especially if it involves their carrier! To follow up from my last post, an emergency is never the time to have to search your house to try and find your cat. Here are some hopefully helpful hints to make your […]

by Alison Vossmoore Tis the season for crazy weather to occur here in Ohio, especially lightning and thunderstorms, flooding, tornadoes, etc. Are you and your four-legged family members ready? The best way to be ready for an emergency, be it a weather event or mandatory evacuation, is to be prepared! Make a “Go-Kit” for you […]

  Come join VCAS for this great event! The Fallen 15 and Columbus Chapter 500 of the Military Order of the Purple Heart (MOPH) have joined together again this year for the 4th Annual Purple Heart 5k. This will be another great night celebrating with military members and the community. The unique race start time […]