IVR/IVEC offers animal first aid, CPR training class Oct. 27
By Jess at September 12, 2012 | 1:29 pm | 0 Comment
Provided by Sara Holtz of BPS Marketing. The Indianapolis Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center (IVR/IVEC), Central Indianas original 24-hour emergency and critical care center, will educate pet owners on how to assess and handle emergencies during its biannual Animal First Aid and CPR Training Class Saturday, Oct. 27. The training will take place 9 a.m.
Animal Issues in Disasters training class set for Sept. 22
By Jess at August 20, 2012 | 4:21 pm | 0 Comment
The Indiana State Board of Animal Health (BOAH) and Indianapolis Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center (IVR/IVEC) are offering a one-day disaster preparedness class specific to animals, on Sept. 22 at IVR/IVEC, 5425 Victory Dr., on the citys southeast side. Registration opens at 8 a.m., and the class takes place from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Animal Issues
Milano Inn to host Dollars for Dempsey
By Jess at August 10, 2012 | 3:11 pm | 0 Comment
Animal lovers are invited to help raise funds for a puppy found abandoned and intentionally burned at 8 weeks old, from 5:30-8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25 at the Milano Inn, 231 S. College Ave. The Dollars for Dempsey event will include a silent auction, live music and delicious homemade Italian cuisine on the patio where dogs are welcome to attend. Ten percent of all
Wag your tail at IVECs Pet Carnival July 14
By Jess at July 4, 2012 | 11:01 am | 0 Comment
Over 1,000 pet lovers and furry friends are expected to attend the 14th annual Pet Carnival, taking place 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat, July 14 on the lawn outside of the Indianapolis Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center (IVR/IVEC), near Beech Grove on Indys southeast side. The pet-friendly event is free to the public and includes product displays, samples, discounted
Fundraiser for Burned Dog
By Jess at June 13, 2012 | 1:13 pm | 0 Comment
Area vet clinics participate in Dollars for Dempsey fundraiser for burned dog. INDIANAPOLISDempsey, an 8-week-old boxer/mastiff mixed breed, was suspected to be a victim of animal abuse when found severely burned in May 2011, abandoned in a New Castle alley, left to die. In my 10 years as a surgeon, this is by far the worst case Ive ever seen, said Dr.
On Breed Discrimination and Dog Bites
By Jess at May 22, 2012 | 5:04 pm | 2 Comments
It's National Dog Bite Prevention week. As if on cue, yesterday, I received some nasty comments and links from someone claiming to be the "Voice of Reason." I've spared you from the negativity of these comments and links; that's not what this blog is about. Suffice to say, the "Voice of Reason" is tired of all dogs and believes "pit-wits should raise money for children
Meet Lola
By Jess at May 18, 2012 | 1:26 pm | 0 Comment
This is Lola. Lola has been waiting for her furever family for more than 11 months. It's hard to believe no one has been interested in adopting her; she is good with kids and most dogs, she is housetrained, and she looks really pretty in a tutu, too! Lola is a bull terrier mix (like Spuds McKenzie!). She is about 3 years old and around 40 pounds. Lola has a
2012 Indy Pet Pride
By Jess at May 9, 2012 | 12:04 pm | 2 Comments
It's time for 2012 Indy Pet Pride! This year's event will be held on June 4th from 7-9 PM in the parking lot at 707 N. Senate Avenue in downtown Indianapolis. Pet Prides focus is to bring together the community and their dogs for what promises to be a barking good time! This event is free and open to the public. Leashed dogs are encouraged to attend. For their
Mike’s Carwash Gift Certificates
By Jess at May 3, 2012 | 4:44 pm | 0 Comment
Have you heard? IndyFeral and FACE Low-Cost Spay Neuter Clinic are selling Mike's Carwash gift certificates in June! Every time you wash your car, or give a gift coupon (Father's Day, Christmas, Birthdays, Employee Recognition) you are saving lives!! Cost is $8.00 and that means $4.00 for the animals!! Would you like to help? Email marymichael@earthlink.net to join the
2012 Parade-a-Bull
By Jess at March 28, 2012 | 11:58 am | 0 Comment
On Saturday, March 31, Indianapolis has two great dog events taking place. First, we have the Easter "Begg" Hunt going on in Broad Ripple Park. Next is a celebration of all things bully breed - the Parade-a-Bull - hosted by the Humane Society for Hamilton County! A lot of people unfairly judge bully breeds as vicious or dangerous dogs. This annual celebration makes an