Ohio Animal Foundation

06/08/2026

Did you know: Ohio's bats can eat thousands of mosquitoes in a single night

When the sun goes down in Ohio, bats clock in for work, and they're some of the hardest-working insect hunters around.

A single bat can eat hundreds to thousands of insects in a single night, including mosquitoes, moths, beetles, and agricultural pests. In fact, some small bat species can consume up to half their body weight in insects every evening!

Ohio is home to several native bat species, including the Big brown bat, Little brown bat, and Eastern red bat. These nighttime flyers provide a valuable service by helping naturally control insect populations, reducing the need for pesticides, and making summer evenings a little more enjoyable for everyone.

06/04/2026

Our Photo Contest has officially begun!

Our overall top vote getter will win the coveted 2027 Celebrating Life with Animals Calendar Cover and be featured on a month of their choice. They will also receive a free mini session from Ash and Alder Photography, a $100 gift card to Hollywood Feed, and five copies of the calendar.

Learn more and submit your furry friends' photos here :

Fundraiser for Ohio Animal Foundation

06/02/2026

Come join us!!!

Beer Barrel Hilliard is celebrating its 10 Year Anniversary this summer, and we will be there to help them celebrate!

Barrel Fest is an all-day celebration, including family activities, food & drink deals, and live entertainment. Join us from 12:00 - 3:00 PM to learn, play and have some serious fun!

Learn more here: https://beerbarrel.com/barrelfest/

06/02/2026

Our summer pet photo contest kicked off yesterday and we already have our first entry--thanks Nicole from Powell! Check it out and enter your own pet's photo to be featured in our 2027 Celebrating Life with Animals calendar!

Show your support for Ohio Animal Foundation by voting for Bug & Odie in Celebrating Life with Animals

05/28/2026

Our May featured photo!
Take a look at one of our 2025 photo contest winners, featured as our May 2026 calendar photo of the month.

Everyone, say hello to Shelley!
Thank you, Meredith, from Columbus, for submitting playful kitty!
Love the vest and statue!

Want your pet to be in the 2027 OAF calendar? Keep an eye out for information about our 2026 photo contest this summer and see how your furry friend can make a special appearance, too!

05/26/2026

Fun cat fact of the day: Cats are one of the only mammals that can’t really taste sweetness.

Unlike humans, cats don’t have working sweet taste receptors, so sugary foods don’t taste “sweet” to them the way they do to us.

Which means while you’re enjoying cake, cookies, or ice cream… your cat truly does not care about your dessert.

So if your cat is staring at your cupcake, it’s probably not because they want the frosting.

They’re more likely curious about:
the smell
the butter or cream in it
or simply why you have something and they don’t

Classic cat behavior.
Not interested in the cupcake… just offended they weren’t consulted.

05/24/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

Today, we also recognize the loyal animals who have served alongside them. Fun fact: dogs have worked with the U.S. military for more than 80 years, serving as scouts, messengers, search-and-rescue partners, and protectors. Their intelligence, courage, and devotion have saved countless lives both on and off the battlefield.

At Ohio Animal Foundation, we’re grateful for the bond between humans and animals, and for the service and sacrifice shown by both.

05/21/2026

Our latest newsletter is out!

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05/20/2026

Some great helpful tips on what to do if you see a baby deer this spring/summer.

We all want to help when we see a cute animal, especially when it's alone. However, not all animals require intervention when spotted without their mother.

It’s that time of year again- Fawn Season! We want to reshare a post from last year as we have been receiving multiple calls and messages through our info line and Facebook.

🚨 Please SHARE! 🚨

⚠️ Help! I found a baby fawn!

🦌 A resting fawn, lying down, curled up, does not necessarily need help. A fawn is often seen in the same spot for several days (even immediately next to a home, deck or garage) until the mother leads it to a new location. White tailed deer moms will leave their fawns during the day and return to them at night. This is normal behavior, as it helps to protect the baby from predators. Unfortunately, native forested habitat has been transformed into a more urban environment, making some of the resting spots more obvious and vulnerable to humans.

🦌 Leave it alone and keep an eye on it. If you see any of these concerning signs, call or InfoLine at (614) 793-9453 or message us directly:

❗Crying, bleating, or approaching people
❗Covered in flies, especially on its back end (mom is not cleaning the fawn's back end)
❗Curled ear tips (see photo, can be a sign of dehydration)
❗Located directly next to a dead adult deer

02/10/2026

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