05/29/2026
Columbus Dog Connection wants to carry on the work of one of its staunchest allies, Judy, who passed away earlier this year after a battle with cancer.
A long term foster mom who adopted her own terrier, Ginger, from us in 2005, Judy established a lifelong relationship with Columbus Dog Connection, fostering dozens of dogs through the years.
No matter how highly spirited, troubled or ill they were, Judy cared for, loved, and championed them. And for the fosters 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.
To honor her, we have established Judy’s Legacy of Love Fund to provide care for the senior, hospice, permanent and long-term dogs in our adoption program. We honor her unconditional love.
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 saying "Judy's Garden" by our front door. 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.
We miss Judy, but know that her legacy will live on at CDC.
Please consider donating to this fund to allow us to continue helping the dogs in our adoption program that need the extra help while they are in our care.
https://columbusdogconnection.networkforgood.com/projects/301276-judy-s-legacy-of-love-fund
To honor Judy, volunteers Nora, Sean, Liz and Eric, have taken over the landscaping. Purple was Judy's favorite color and they planted purple perennials.
Many have asked about Macy, Judy's dog. We are happy to announce that her neighbors adopted Macy and she is a beloved member of their family.
