Aug 19, 2026 | Newsletter
By Zachary Hagen When taking a walk through a park or just around your yard, the sound of a woodpecker is hard to miss. Out of the seven native woodpeckers seen in Ohio year-round, our focus will be on the Downy Woodpecker. The Downy Woodpecker (Dryobates pubescens)...
Aug 11, 2026 | Newsletter
Meet Libby! Libby has been volunteering with Ohio Animal Foundation since 2024. She serves on our Fundraising and Development Committee and is the lead in setting up our annual Beat the Winter Blues Auction for the Animals website. We are so grateful for all that she...
Jun 10, 2026 | Newsletter
By Gwen Hoogendoorn, Board President-Ohio Wildlife Rehabilitators Association While licensed wildlife rehabilitators encourage people to “put the baby back” there are instances where this is either not practical or the animal may require medical intervention. Here...
May 13, 2026 | Newsletter
By Jessica Algoo Your furry friend’s carbon pawprint might be bigger than you think. With millions of dogs and cats in the United States alone, our beloved pets consume a significant amount of resources. As the world grows increasingly eco-conscious, sustainable...
Apr 18, 2026 | Newsletter
By A.J. Renneker Spring has sprung! And, more importantly, so has planting season. All of the foods that make summer and fall so enticing—apples, tomatoes, watermelons, and even pumpkins–are just over the horizon. But, as we prepare to plant all of our food, our...
Mar 25, 2026 | Newsletter
By Zach Hagen There is a diverse array of amphibians native to Ohio, ranging from salamanders to frogs and toads. There are currently five amphibians labeled as endangered by the Ohio Division of Wildlife, one of them being the Blue-spotted salamander (Ambystoma...
