Pets Together

Natalie (Nat) is the lettering artist & Chief Sprinkler of Positivity at NatterDoodle. Nat believes in the power of women and is committed to helping to build a world that is more inclusive and equitable for all people. Visit Nat's flagship store on High Street or at natterdoodle.com

Horatio is the Assistant Manager at Seventh Son Brewery. Collin Castore, Jen Burton, and Travis Spencer founded Seventh Son with a belief that a culture of great beer in Columbus will bring great things to Columbus. Enjoy events like Drag Brunch, PRIDE Yoga, and the Queer Dance Party. Or just stop by Seventh Son in Italian Village and enjoy a beer with Horatio.
Follow Horatio on Instagram:
@assistantmanagercat

Peter and Laurie Danis, founders of FIGLIO Grandview, have spent 25 years sharing their passion for gourmet pizza and pasta with an inclusive and welcoming spirit. Even their pets participate: while it is difficult to name all of the bees in Laurie’s hives, Peter and Laurie's egg-laying chickens have been long-time participants of this restaurant family. 
figliopizza.com

Bagel the Guinea Pig and Leonardo DeCasperito the Havanese are the fuzzy faces of Client Centric Financial Advisors. Founder Kelli Gargasz is dedicated to bringing financial literacy and upward investing to underrepresented groups.
Learn more on Instagram:
@ClientCentricFA

MuShu was a little blind Pekingese who was an office dog at Rivers Edge Family Medicine.  He was an intuitive dog that knew instinctively when someone needed him to come into the room with his cuteness and care.  Rivers Edge Family Medicine is an inclusive family medicine office that welcomes diversity and is proud to uphold the dignity and equality of all. Mushu has passed away but is missed by his many patients and his moms Mitzie and Shelley (Dr. Blackburn).

Mona and Ruthie's human is Lisa Mclymont. A multifaceted creative, Lisa says, "...I create in the hope that something in the final work shifts someone else’s perception, and helps them see the power they have to positively act, whether that be in protest, conversation, or to protect someone unlike them. "

lisamclymont.com

Roscoe is all toofy-schmiles when it comes to his human, Cat Sheridan. A practicing ceramic artist, Cat is a fervent supporter of artists and artistic communities. You can visit Cat and see her curatorial work as the
Ohio Arts Council’s Riffe Gallery Director.

oac.ohio.gov/riffe-gallery

Norman's human, Madison Denison, is a creative and amazing human with a "wild" backstory! She bartends at Cobra in the Brewery District. Cobra welcomes everyone to enjoy Asian-American inspired
food & drinks late into the night. 
Tell 'em Norman sent you! 
cobrabarcolumbus.com

Captain Cowboy Pants and Bob's human is Letha Pugh, the Treasurer of Cafe Overlook, a place that changes the perception of the “work” cafeteria by pairing a diverse cafe menu with an innovative workforce development program. Looking for a breakfast or lunch option during the week? Captain Cowboy Pants and Bob will always recommend Cafe Overlook!

cafeoverlook.org

Debbie is exceptionally proud of her humans, Wendy Miller Pugh and Letha Pugh. They founded Bake Me Happy, a gluten-free bakery that serves up treats that everyone enjoys. Their inclusive menu includes gluten free twinkies, pop-tarts, and the best peanut burner cookie!  Whether you are gluten free or not, you will enjoy a visit to Bake Me Happy! 

bakemehappygf.com

Densil Porteous, Executive Director / CEO of Stonewall Columbus, has over 20 years engaging in nonprofit work as a volunteer and leader, at local and national levels, primarily working with organizations focused on issues of equity and access.
His family of ducks, Roy, Gee, Biv, have kept him, his husband and their daughter on their toes!
stonewallcolumbus.org

This dearly departed little storm cloud's human is Burlesque artist and Tarot reader, Eileen Galvin.
As well as a rabbit lover, Eileen serves on the board of Equality Ohio, a statewide nonprofit that fights for the lived and legal equality of LGBTQ+ Ohioans.

equalityohio.org

In 2015, Edgar's human, Andrew Levitt, partnered with the Columbus Foundation to establish the Nina West Foundation. Kaleidoscope Youth Center, Bessa, Dress for Success, Equitas Health, and Ronald McDonald House Charities are just a few of the organizations that have benefited from the generosity that Andrew has and continues to inspire. Andrew, aka Nina West, has championed a message of love and kindness through art.
Follow Nina West on Instagram: ninawest

Megan Kilgore is the Auditor for the City of Columbus. She is the first woman to ever hold the position for the nation’s 14th most populous city. A fierce advocate for social and economic equity, Kilgore is the first LGBTQ+ woman to ever be elected to the Columbus executive branch and has received numerous awards for her leadership in using economic policies to advance the public good.

Karla Rothan's dearly departed wife, Linda Schuler, chaired the Stonewall Columbus Pride Parade for 22 years and also created the Trailblazer Program at Stonewall Columbus which provides social, educational, and health-related opportunities and support for older LGBTQ+ adults. Karla served as Executive Director of Stonewall for 12 years. 

Hunter is the definition of unconditional love and acceptance, like his human MG, he has never met a stranger! MG believes in harvesting an inclusive community through her acts of service, being an active diversity/equity/inclusion ally, and supporting locally owned LGBTQ+ businesses like Pattycake Bakery and the City Folk's Farm Shop.
Follow Hunter on Instagram: Hunters_Adventures

Kimber Perfect is proud to support the LGBTQ+ community. She is an Equality Ohio 2015 Allies Award recipient. In 2017, during her role as the Deputy Chief of Staff for Communications at the Office of Mayor Andrew J. Ginther, Kimber suffered sudden cardiac arrest. An unidentified bystander started CPR until Columbus Fire and EMS arrived. Rainey is grateful for her loving life with her human, Kimber, and hopes her human’s story encourages everyone to learn basic CPR lifesaving skills so that they are ready to help anyone from any background. 

Dr. Janet Bay is the 13th female neurosurgeon in the U.S. Known as the "the godmother of the neuroscience program at OhioHealth," Janet and her life partner of 25 years, Diane, inherited a yellow headed amazon parrot from a dearly departed friend. Paco the parrot enjoyed all kinds of snacks (even fried foods like hushpuppies)!

Did you sense someone other than TSA was watching you today? It might have been Chummy! (1929 - 1941) The beloved Pekingese of Mr. and Mrs. D.D. Williams, Chummy is buried at the Brown Pet Cemetery, located at the North East side of the John Glenn International Airport. 

Stephanie Rond is an internationally recognized painter whose work subverts and reimagines traditional expectations of space, place, gender, and power. Her practice activates female narratives in uncommon spaces and builds communities through creative collaboration. Rond is the founder of Women Street Artists (womenstreetartists.com) and S.Dot Gallery, a dollhouse that exhibits miniature art pieces and challenges notions of traditional domesticity as well as art accessibility.

stephanierond.com

Julie Abijanac, a passionate artist and dedicated educator, along with Travis Moyer, the proprietor of Terra-Firma Property Inspection, are committed to promoting equity and empowerment. They tirelessly advocate for the advancement of young artists and informed homeownership, enriching communities through education and advocacy.

Gucci and his older sister Glossy know that their human, Joshua Nichols, can bring out the beauty in everyone. A hairstylist at Penzone Dublin for ten years, Joshua takes great pride in giving back to the LGBTQ+ community. 

penzonesalons.com

Mason is the loving soul that helps raise puppies for the Canine Companions North Central Training Center. His human, Elaine May, is devoted to enhancing the lives of children, adults and veterans with highly skilled canine companions.  

canine.org/location/north-central

Cherry's humans, Nick and Beth Dekker, are the original founders of the arts non-profit Wild Goose Creative. Nick and Beth welcome everyone to explore the creative and culinary spaces of Ohio! Find your next adventure on instagram: 

Beth @makeplayeatrepeat 

Nick @breakfastwithnick

Olivera Bratich, is the founder of Wild Cat Gift & Party, the premier destination for fun, creative gifts and unique party supplies in Columbus. Dedicated to their DIY roots and feminist ethics, they welcome all people to engage in laughter, creativity, and fun. Popcorn, a skittish ball of floof who secretly loves late night cuddles and Hershey, a muscular, avid indoor hunter of pompoms, bits of plastic and human toes, hope to see you at Wild Cat Gift & Party! 

wildcatgiftandparty.com

Amy Ann is an inclusive photographer, who's mission from day one has been to capture and represent the love of ALL couples and families! 

amyannphoto.com

Dr. Melanie Corn is the President of Columbus College of Art & Design (CCAD).  Founded by women in 1879, CCAD has fostered the growth of thousands of creatives. CCAD is an inclusive campus where 60% of students identify as LGBTQ+.

Follow Dr. Corn on Instagram: melanie_corn

Jim Arter is an artist and activist, and the award-winning arts educator of the creative well-being of all children for over 35 years. In 1992, Jim pioneered an afterschool arts and public safety program for at-risk children (later known as Children of the Future, a nationally recognized and award-winning AmeriCorps Program). Even in retirement, Jim enjoys connecting with all people through his private garden sanctuary and tea house in Olde Towne East, a lush, creative space that Isabella Rossellini enjoyed. Jim believes that "part of your duty as a LGBTQ+ community elder is to tell your truth”.

Grateful rescue pet parents, community leaders, and art enthusiasts Mary Jo (MJ) Hudson and Dr. Lynn Wallich are proud to support the LGBTQ+ community in Columbus through the work of Human Rights Campaign Fund, Equitas Health, Art for Life, Pride Leadership, The Legacy Fund, and Stonewall Columbus.

Rachel Lauren Robertson began her journey into canine photography and training when she adopted Zero. Her work with Zero inspired Rachel to pursue her dreams;  establishing the Ohio Canid Center. OCC welcomes guests into space where assumptions about wolves and people can be repalced with love and respect. 

ohiocanidcenter.com

This illustration is direclty inspired by Rachel's
iconic photo of Zero.

Jackson is missed every single day by Jen Lindsey and her wife, Emily Rush. Jen and her friend / cooking partner Anne Boninsegna are owners and operators of The Kitchen. The Kitchen offers a unique way to gather, celebrate and create memories through food and cooking. The focus of The Kitchen is the social experience of cooking and dining as a group.  Guests come together with friends, family, colleagues, or strangers to share or create a meal, enjoy one another’s company, and celebrate all of life's occasions.

thekitchencolumbus.com

Chowder is loved beyond words by Anne Boninsegna, her wife Amy and their kids Phinn and Harper. Anne and her friend / cooking partner Jen Lindsey are owners and operators of The Kitchen. The Kitchen offers a unique way to gather, celebrate and create memories through food and cooking. The focus of The Kitchen is the social experience of cooking and dining as a group.  Guests come together with friends, family, colleagues, or strangers to share or create a meal, enjoy one another’s company, and celebrate all of life's occasions.

thekitchencolumbus.com

Tom Grote and Rick Neal welcomed Muppy, a Chinese Crested Powderpuff, to their home as a gift to their girls after Rick’s campaign for Congress in 2018. The Grote/Neal family are proud to support the LGBTQ+ community in Columbus and beyond, especially through the work of Equality Ohio
and Stonewall Columbus.
equalityohio.org
stonewallcolumbus.org

Lynn Greer and her wife Stevie Walton got Milo and Macy on their 10th year anniversary in 2004. Dearly departed, Milo and Macy knew that their human, Lynn Greer, has fiercely advocated for the rights of people living with HIV/AIDS, served as the founding national co-chair of the Gay and Lesbian Victory Fund in Washington DC, championed affordable housing, and helped establish the Legacy Fund at the Columbus Foundation, a financial support system for the region’s LGBTQ+ community.

thelegacyfund.org

When Susan McCosker and Jeanne Heald first fell in love (1968) they “didn't think there was another gay couple in the world. It wasn't something you shared. You just knew it wasn't quite the norm.” Celebrating their 56th anniversary later this year, they've been married for ten. Together they are supporters of Stonewall Columbus, Kaleidoscope, The Legacy Fund, and BRAVO. When not out and about together, Susan shares time with her second love, Visions Prince Ebony.

Brittany Williams and her wife Logan are home to a variety of pets, including Ruby the Goffins Cockatoo! Brittany is the Director of Marketing at Columbus Humane, a 140+ year old organization whose mission is to fight animal cruelty, help animals in need and advocate for their well-being. Did you know that Columbus Humane opened the first-of-its-kind Essential Care Center on Columbus' Southside? This center focuses on workforce development, low-cost veterinary services, and a pet food warehouse.  

columbushumane.org/give

Barcelona Restaurant is an institutional restaurant in Central Ohio with one of the most beautiful patios in the city.  Scott Heimlich, owner of Barcelona, may be found almost daily at the restaurant taking care of guests.  His off time is spent at home or traveling with his husband, Scott Brown, and their kids, the Danes.  Throughout their 20 years together, Great Danes have always ruled the house and are the center of their attention. You will see The Scotts at the restaurant or walking the neighborhood with the 4 kids.

barcelonacolumbus.com

Charlotte Belland and her wife Amy Price hope that the love we all share for our pets can build a bridge to help reduce some of the divisive rhetoric in our society. Pimiento and Sangria hope you consider visiting some of the pets, people and places featured in this exhibition. 

Follow Pimiento and Sangria on Instagram: pimientojane