Referral List
Here is a list of trusted brands, pet care professional, ethical breeders and more!
Pet Products
Some of our favorite pet products from some awesome people and amazing suppliers!
Orvis
Orvis Company
Orvis is an American family-owned retail and mail-order business specializing in fly fishing, hunting and sporting goods. Orvis loves dogs and is a wonderful resource for great dog products.
Amazon
Urban Uplander Storefront
Link on the "AMAZON" title to check out our Amazon Storefront. There you will find shopping list curated by us for all you pet care needs!
Chewy.com
Pet Supply Company
Shop Chewy for the best pet supplies ranging from pet food, toys and treats to litter, aquariums, and pet supplements plus so much more!
In-Home Pet Sitters
Urban Uplander stopped providing In-Home Services in August of 2022. Here is a list of other trusted dog walkers and vacation care providers who are experienced, insured, and bonded.
Frisky Business Pet Care
Pet Sitter
DOG WALKING | PET VACATION CARE 🏡 Serving Downtown Indianapolis, Fountain Square & Near Eastside 🤝 Bonded/Insured/Pet First Aid & CPR Certified
Royal Paws
Pet Service
Pet Sitter
Pet sitting and dog walking. Fully bonded and insured. We provide dog walking, pet sitting, and overnight stays for dogs, cats, and small animals.
Walk n' Wag
Pet Sitter
Walk N' Wag is a fully insured & bonded dependable pet care company servicing Broad Ripple and surrounding areas of Indianapolis.
Fountain Square Dog Training
Pet Sitter
Not only do we go on individual AND pack walks during daycare, but you can also schedule a walk-only service with us! We'll come to your home and provide a safe, structured walk for your furry friend.
Boarding and Daycare
Daycare and Boarding is a popular pet care service which means we often book in advance. Here is listed of other trusted pet care professionals that offer Boarding and Daycare in a structured and productive capacity.
Uptown Pup
Boarding/Daycare
he Uptown Pup team has extensive animal care experience and a passion for dogs. In addition, our owners and management team are Fear Free certified and Pet Tech Canine CPR & First Aid-certified.
Fountain Square
Dog Training
Boarding/Daycare
Whether it’s for basic manners or more complex behavioral issues, we are dually focused on training your pet and teaching you how to effectively communicate with them.
Lucky Dog Retreat
Boarding/Daycare
The kennels are for overnight stays. Each kennel has a Kuranda bed inside. You are welcome to bring your dog’s favorite bed and toys - whatever will make your dog the most comfortable in his stay away from home.
Dog Training
Dog Training is an unregulated service and not all trainers are created equal. It is important to go to certified professionals with up-to-date, science-based knowledge. Here is our list of local trusted professionals.
Veterinary Behavior of Indiana
Boarding/Daycare
Dr. Rigterink uses a combination of safety/management, behavior modification exercises, and/or medications (or supplements) to help reduce the underlying stressors that result in your pet’s undesirable behaviors.
Fountain Square
Dog Training
Training
As part of the unique experience we offer, when your pup attends daycare or boarding you can expect them to also be trained in basic obedience and manners. Refreshing commands, recall, and building good habits are integrated into our program.
Pawsitive Partners
Training
Pawsitive Partners has two separate state of the art dog training centers. Both centers are located on Indy’s south east side near I-65, I-70, I-74 and I-465. The Elmwood Avenue Agility Training center is located about a mile from exit #52 on I 465 south/east.
Vet Care
Dog Training is an unregulated service and not all trainers are created equal. It is important to go to certified professionals with up-to-date, science-based knowledge. Here is our list of local trusted professionals.
The Neighborhood Veterinarian
Veterinarian
After feeling much disappointment while working in the corporate world, Dr. Sue began making plans to build a hospital based on professional service and personal care. The Neighborhood Veterinarian opened its doors on October 1st of 2001.
The Paw Patch Place Animal Hospital
Veterinarian
The Paw Patch Place Animal Hospital is a full-service companion animal veterinary hospital. It is our commitment to provide quality Fear Free veterinary care throughout the life of your pet.
Veterinary Behavior of Indiana
Veterinarian
Dr. Rigterink uses a combination of safety/management, behavior modification exercises, and/or medications (or supplements) to help reduce the underlying stressors that result in your pet’s undesirable behaviors.
Ethical Breeder List
We believe in ethical adopting or purchasing from an ethical breeder. Whatever you decide should depend on your lifestyle and a dog's needs. We have provided a list of breeders upholding their breed's integrity.
If there is a breed you are looking for that isn't listed below, please email me, and I will help you find an ethical source for your desired breed.
Sanguine Moon Kennels
German Shorthair Pointers
Sanguine Moon believes in the heart of the hunter. German Shorthairs are a fantastic versatile breed in their abilities in field work.
Crystal Creek Standard Poodle
Standard Poodle
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Dog Rescues
Adopting a dog can be a very rewarding experience. There are so many loving dogs looking for a home and family of their own. Check out some of these local Indiana Rescues to bring home a dog in need!
If there is another Rescue that should be featured on this list please email us, so we can add them to the list!
IndyHumane
Serving Indianapolis and the surrounding counties since 1905, IndyHumane provides vital services to animals and people alike through sheltering and adopting animals, positive reinforcement behavior training for our shelter animals, and outreach through our community and shelter programs.
Casa Del Toro Rescue
Pit Bull rescue in central Indiana that rescues dogs from shelters. Site features adoptable dogs, adoption application, information on fostering/volunteering, articles on breed specific legislation and anti-dog fighting campaign.
THE ANIMAL PROTECTION LEAGUE INC., INDIANA
"Our mission is to make second chances possible through the human/animal connection. We aim to provide a compassionate, humane community for our animals and to celebrate the human/animal connection from a place of spirituality which sustains us emotionally, touches the lives of even the most hardened and provides us with unconditional love."