Medical Mutts

8 Days to Giving Tuesday: From Rescue to Service Dog Meet Snow, a shepherd mix we rescued from Indianapolis Animal Care Services after she was found roaming the streets. Snow’s journey represents what Giving Tuesday is all about—offering second chances to dogs and people alike. Our trainers carefully select dogs like Snow, looking for qualities like sociability, adaptability, and a love for learning. But it’s no easy path—only 1 in 4 dogs we select will make it through the intense 6–8 month training process to become a life-changing service dog. Those who don’t meet the criteria? They still get a happy ending, placed in loving homes where they can thrive. From comprehensive health checks to mastering over 30 behaviors, these incredible dogs are transformed into heroes for people in need. Your support on Giving Tuesday helps us provide this life-saving training and care. Watch Snow’s journey begin—her rescue is just the start! And mark your calendars to make a difference on December 3rd. To donate today, visit : https://lnkd.in/gN27FwdN #GivingTuesday #RescueDogs #ServiceDogs #MedicalMutts #FromRescueToHero

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Exciting News! We’re thrilled to share that our Executive Director, Jennifer Cattet, Ph.D., has had her book Selecting and Training Your Service Dog chosen as one of The Spruce Pets' "14 Best Dog Training Books of 2024"! This recognition highlights Jennifer's commitment to positive reinforcement and compassionate training—principles at the heart of everything we#positivereinforcement. In her book, Jennifer shares her expertise on choosing the right service dog, the dedication needed for successful training, and tips on navigating public access work. This guide is perfect for anyone interested in service dogs, from trainers to pet owners. The Spruce Pets selected only the top resources, including classics like Inside of a Dog by Alexandra Horowitz and Don't Shoot the Dog! by Karen Pryor, all of which focus on humane, evidence-based methods. Jennifer’s book joins this esteemed list, helping readers build strong, positive bonds with their dogs: https://lnkd.in/ggTQ7cyU You can find a copy of the book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0NML2fF #MedicalMutts #ServiceDogTraining #JenniferCattet #DogTrainingBooks #PositiveReinforcement ps://https://lnkd.in/gUivhXiS

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Join Us for Our Adoption Event! Looking to add a new furry friend to your family? Stop by our adoption event this Saturday, November 9th, from 10 AM to noon at Medical Mutts, 6120 Allisonville Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46220! We have some incredible dogs looking for their forever homes, and we can't wait for you to meet them! Here are the wonderful pups who will be there: Thalassa – Sweet 2-year-old Lab mix, great with kids, cats, and other dogs. She’s a people-loving, gentle girl with an amazing temperament. Snow – Affectionate 1.5-year-old Great Pyrenees with a beautiful white coat. She loves dogs, cats, and kids and will make a fantastic family pet! Poppy – Energetic 1-year-old German Shepherd mix who’s perfect for active families! Poppy loves to play with dog friends and would enjoy a kitty-free home. Clifford – Our longest resident! Clifford is a 4-year-old mixed breed who loves toys and snuggling. He’s looking for a home where he can be the only pet and soak up all the love. Adoption fees are $300 and include spay/neuter, vaccinations, and microchipping. These amazing dogs are ready for their forever families—could it be you? Come meet them on Saturday! Location: 6120 Allisonville Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46220 Time: 10 AM - 12 PM Spread the word and help us find these loving dogs their perfect homes! For information about our adoptable dogs and our adoption process, visit: https://lnkd.in/gGck6k8t

Supporting Our Clients for the Long Haul ?? Did you know that when you support Medical Mutts, you're helping not just with the training of a service dog, but with a lifelong partnership? Once our service dogs are trained, our clients join us at our facility for a 10-day training immersion, learning how to work with their new four-legged companion. But it doesn't stop there! We stay connected, offering weekly check-ins after clients return home, followed by monthly updates throughout the first year. Even after that, we continue with annual follow-ups to ensure our dogs are thriving in their roles. If challenges arise, we offer support through phone consultations, extra training, or even bringing the dog back for a refresher course. And the best part? All of this ongoing support is included in the initial fee—no extra cost to the client! Your donations make this possible. Help us continue providing lifelong care and training to our service dog teams! ?????? Click here to support our mission: https://lnkd.in/gZfAMZQf #FundraisingFriday #MedicalMutts #ServiceDogs #SupportForLife #LifelongPartnerships #FundraisingFriday #MedicalMutts #ServiceDogs #SupportForLife #DonateNow

Join Us for Our Adoption Event! Looking for your new furry best friend? Come meet some amazing dogs at our Adoption Event on Saturday, October 26th, from 10:00 AM to Noon at our facility, 6120 Allisonville Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46254. We have a variety of dogs ready to find their forever homes, including: - Robert – A fun-loving 1.5-year-old Labrador Retriever mix who's dog- and cat-friendly. Robert is a playful, wire-haired goofball who'll make your day brighter! - Poppy – This 1-year-old Shepherd mix is full of energy and perfect for an active family. She loves outdoor adventures but prefers a home without cats. - Fried Pickles – A 1.7-year-old Shepherd mix who loves hiking and fetch. Pickles prefers to be the only dog in the house, but he's sweet with children and cats! - Dozer – A small Beagle mix with a big personality! Dozer is great with small dogs, cats, and kids. If you’re looking for a low-to-the-ground companion, Dozer’s your guy! - Clifford – A large, loyal 4-year-old who bonds deeply with his person. Clifford would love to be your one-and-only furry friend! Adoption fees are $300, and all dogs are spayed/neutered and vaccinated. Stop by and meet your new best friend! For more info, visit us at https://lnkd.in/gGck6k8t #AdoptDontShop #AdoptionEvent #RescueDogs #FindYourBestFriend #IndyDogs

Join Our Pack! Volunteer Orientation Are you passionate about dogs and making a difference in your community? We’d love to have you on board as a Medical Mutts volunteer! Our Volunteer Orientation is coming up on October 19th at 10:00 AM at our facility in Indianapolis located at 6120 Allisonville Rd. We have a variety of volunteer opportunities for all interests and skill levels: Facility Volunteers: Help with cleaning, dog enrichment, office tasks, and more. (Must be 18+). Fosters: Provide a temporary home for dogs awaiting adoption. Mutt Mentors: Foster service dog candidates and assist with their early training. Fundraising & Marketing: Support our events and spread the word about our mission. Whether you want to work hands-on with dogs, help at events, or support from behind the scenes, there’s a role for you. Become a part of our community united by a love for dogs and a shared commitment to helping those with disabilities. Ready to get started? Click the link to sign up today! https://lnkd.in/g4cR9wta #VolunteerOpportunities #JoinOurPack #MedicalMutts #ServiceDogs #MakeADifference #DogsOfInstagram #IndianapolisVolunteers

Watch Molasses and her trainer Jenna in action as they work on retrieving a strap! At Medical Mutts, we teach our dogs to pick up a strap so they can safely carry small medical bags without grabbing the bag itself. This helps protect fragile medical equipment or medication that may be inside. Molasses is doing a fantastic job learning this important skill! https://lnkd.in/gey_V9MB #ServiceDogTraining #MedicalMutts #TrainingInAction #ServiceDogSkills #WorkingDogs #DogTrainingJourney

?? Adoption Event This Saturday! ?? Join us Saturday, October 12th from 10 AM to Noon at our facility located at 6120 Allisonville Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46220, for our adoption event! We’ll have a wonderful selection of dogs that were chosen from rescues and shelters as potential service dogs but did not have the temperament required. These pups are now looking for loving pet homes! Meet Our Available Dogs: ?? Leo - A friendly, playful Goldendoodle mix, 3 years old, great with kids, cats, and other dogs! ?? Fried Pickles - An active 1.7-year-old shepherd mix who would love a family and a hiking buddy! ?? Blue Steele - A 2-year-old Golden Retriever mix who prefers to be the only pup but does well with cats. He’s available as a foster-to-adopt due to heartworm treatment. ?? Earl - A 2.5-year-old shepherd mix who loves active play and would do great with older kids and pets! ?? Lisa - A petite, playful lab mix, 1.5 years old. She’s outgoing and enjoys making new dog friends! ?? Cordelia - A 1-year-old lab mix who loves people and would thrive with another dog sibling. ?? Poppy - A 1-year-old shepherd mix who’s perfect for an adventurous, active family! ?? Dozer - A 30-pound beagle mix who is friendly with cats and small dogs. ?? Clifford - A 4-year-old, 80-pound mixed breed who prefers to be the only pet but is the perfect loyal companion! All dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. Adoption fees are $300, and each adoption includes 2 training sessions. For more details about these dogs and our adoption process, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gGck6k8t ?? Come meet your new best friend! We can’t wait to see you there! ??