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08/08/2026

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08/07/2026

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08/06/2026

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It's . Do any of these symptoms look familiar to you? It might be time to schedule an exam with your veterinarian for a skin health check!

Looking for additional resources? The AVMA and Zoetis have teamed up to create a new veterinary toolkit to help you and your team raise awareness, support itchy pets and their owners, and identify and manage underlying conditions earlier: https://bit.ly/4vIB422

08/04/2026

This year, to observe International Assistance Dog Week, we’re celebrating Morgan Estes, who grew up in Brownsburg, and her guide dog Ivan, a Labrador retriever bred, raised and trained by Leader Dogs for the Blind. https://brownsburganimalclinic.com/celebrating-morgan-estes-and-her-guide-dog-ivan/

08/04/2026

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‼️ PSA: What Is Considered “Chasing” a Lost/Stray Dog? ‼️

One of the biggest misconceptions in lost dog recovery is that chasing only means physically running after a dog. In reality, many well-meaning actions are perceived by a lost/stray, frightened, or survival-mode dog as a pursuit and can cause them to flee farther from home, avoid their owners, and become much harder to recover.

➡️ Chasing includes, but is not limited to:

• Walking or driving toward the dog in an attempt to get closer.
• Following the dog on foot, even at a slow pace.
• Calling the dog’s name repeatedly.
• Whistling, clapping, kissing sounds, squeaking toys, or trying to get the dog’s attention.
• Attempting to lure the dog by showing treats, food, a leash, favorite toy, or another pet.
• Reaching toward the dog or attempting to grab them.
• Cornering the dog or cutting off their path of travel.
• Parking and getting out of a vehicle to approach the dog.
• Having multiple people attempt to surround, intercept, or contain the dog.
• Posting real-time sightings on social media that encourage community members to go look for the dog.
• Using bicycles, golf carts, ATVs, or vehicles to follow a dog.
• Continuing to pursue a dog after it has moved away from you.

When a dog is in survival mode, even a beloved owner may be viewed as a threat. The dog’s instinct is no longer focused on being reunited with family—it is focused on SURVIVING.

Every time the dog feels pressured, pursued, or approached, they may expand their travel area, become more nocturnal, avoid feeding stations, and become increasingly difficult to safely contain.

➡️ What should you do instead?

If you spot a lost/stray dog:

1. Do not call out, whistle, or approach.
2. Do not follow the dog.
3. Note the exact location, direction of travel, and time of sighting.
4. Take a photo if it can be done without drawing the dog’s attention.
5. Immediately report the sighting to the owner or recovery team.
6. Leave the area and allow the dog to continue moving without pressure.

Remember: Every time a dog is chased, even unintentionally, the recovery process can be set back days or even weeks. The best thing you can do for a lost/stray dog is to resist the urge to ‘help’ by approaching them and instead become the eyes and ears of the recovery team.

Don’t Chase….Don’t Call Out To.
Don’t Follow….Report Sightings.
Help Bring Them Home Safely 🧡🐾

08/02/2026

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🚨 LOST PET SCAM ALERT 🚨

When your dog or cat goes missing, scammers know you’re scared, desperate, and willing to do anything to bring them home. Unfortunately, they take advantage of that.

Before you send money, gift cards, Zelle, Venmo, Cash App, or share a Google verification code… STOP. VERIFY.

Common scams include:
🐾 “I found your dog, but I need money first.”
🐾 Fake Animal Control or shelter calls.
🐾 Requests for Google verification codes.
🐾 Fake drone search or pet recovery services.
🐾 Photos claiming to be your pet that are stolen from your social media.

💡 Remember:
• Never pay someone just because they sent a photo.
• Never give anyone a Google verification code.
• Contact Animal Control or the shelter directly using their published phone number.
• If something feels off, trust your instincts.

Scammers prey on panic. Don’t let them steal your money while you’re trying to bring your best friend home.

Please share this flyer. It could save a family from becoming the next victim.

🐾 West Central Indiana Lost Dog Recovery — Educating. Supporting. Bringing Pets Home Safely 🧡

07/31/2026

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Grapes, raisins, and even currants can be more dangerous to dogs than most pet parents realize. Even only a few grapes have been linked to sudden kidney failure that may not show up for days, and homegrown or organic grapes carry the same risk.

Veterinary medicine hasn't pinpointed why some dogs react and others don't, or confirmed what makes grapes so toxic, which is exactly why any known ingestion is treated as a potential emergency, not just the large ones.

If your dog gets into grapes, raisins, currants, or anything made with them, call or chat with our veterinary professionals at 800-213-6680.

07/31/2026

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