On April 13, a retailer in Texas notified us that their customer had presented samples of our 13-ounce-can Cocolicious Beef & Turkey dog food and 13-ounce-can Cocolicious Chicken & Beef dog food to a testing lab and that the results had tested positive for pentobarbital.
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IndyVet offers free eye exams to service dogs
Owners and handlers of active working animals can register for free eye exams at IndyVet Emergency & Specialty Hospital, on Indy’s southeast side, from April 1-30 as part of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) 7th annual National Service Animal Eye Exam event taking place during the month of May. Dr. Heidi Klein, DVM, DACVO, IndyVet’s […]
Understanding Your Stubborn Dog
Few things are more frustrating than having a dog who “knows the commands” but for some reason, seems to refuse to perform them on cue. Dogs like this are the ones who have owners saying, “She knows how to sit, she just doesn’t always do it,” or, “We went to training classes and he knew […]
End Barking During Walks
Hopefully, by now, your dog has officially stopped his pulling on the leash and you’ve managed to put an end to the frustrating Stop ‘N Sniff sessions. That leaves one more area to tackle… ending the barking during walks! First and foremost, you’ll need to understand what motivates your dog to learn, as well as […]
How to End “Stop ‘N Sniff” Sessions During Walks
Walking the dog has a lot of potential to be a relaxing, stress-free stroll, but oftentimes, that walk in the park gets interrupted by a dog who demands to stop every ten feet or so to sniff and explore in his own way. This article is part two in a three article series about walking […]
Walking the Dog – Stress Free!
Summertime is here! Time to enjoy the “Dog Days of Summer” with your canine pal, whether that means taking leisurely strolls in the cool morning hours, spending an afternoon hiking in the shade of the woods, or going for a run in the evening just before the sun goes down. Sounds like fun, doesn’t it? […]
Managing a Pack of Household Dogs
Until I married a wonderful man a month and a half ago, my household consisted of just my dog, Karma (and the occasional foster dog), and me. Now, I find myself managing a pack of dogs. Karma now has a sister (4 year old Great Dane/Coonhound mix named Daisy) and a brother (5 year old […]
Stray Dogs – Make Sure Yours Never Is One
While I was washing the dishes earlier today, I looked out the window and thought, “Oh, the dogs are out.” Then, I realized the dog I was watching relieve himself in the backyard was not one of mine. Long story short, the stray (Spot – changed to protect the frightened!) is terrified of strangers, and […]
Training to Your Dog’s Personality
Anyone who has ever shared a friendship with a dog will tell you – no two are alike! They all have their own personalities, quirks, likes and dislikes, and, believe it or not, their own learning styles. Knowing which style is best suited to your dog will go a long way when teaching basic obedience […]
Dog and Puppy Socialization
When it comes to dogs and puppies, basic obedience commands seem to be on the top of many peoples’ lists as far as what is needed to ensure that your new canine companion will be a well-adjusted member of the family. Did you know that there is something that ranks even higher and has even […]