Papp's Dog Services

01/03/2026

A new year brings reflection and appreciation. Dogs love without expectations or conditions. They do not need explanations or promises. Being together is always enough for them. Their loyalty feels steady and grounding. That kind of love never grows old 🐶

01/03/2026

This one bite could happen the day your puppy or kitten or ferret is born! Start heartworm preventive at 6-8 weeks of age FOR LIFE!!

01/03/2026

RECALL ALERT - Consumers Supply Distributing, LLC of Sioux City, Iowa is recalling 4 lb. bags of Country Vet Biscuits – Original Meaty Flavor and 4 lb. bags of Heartland Harvest Dog Biscuits – Meaty Flavor with Chicken because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

The recalled products were sold through retail stores in Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Texas, Montana and Nebraska. Find more information at https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/consumers-supply-distributing-llc-recalls-country-vet-biscuits-dogs-due-possible-salmonella-health

01/03/2026

Time has a quiet way of softening everything. The pace slows, the naps get longer, the muzzles turn silver. But somehow, the love stays untouched. Senior dogs don’t love us less—they love us deeper. In every lingering glance is a lifetime of walks, waits by the door, and choosing us again and again.

Caring for an aging dog isn’t about the extra effort. It’s about the privilege. The slower mornings, the gentle routines, the way you learn to listen without words. Senior pet care becomes a thank-you note written in patience, comfort, and presence. These years teach us that real loyalty isn’t loud—it’s steady, faithful, and always there.

They once raced toward us like the world was pure joy. Now they walk beside us, asking only for kindness and understanding. So sit a little longer. Hold them a little closer. Because the heart that once ran to you without hesitation is still right there—loving you just the same.

01/03/2026

Repeatedly rescuing your dog from healthy stress prevents learning.

We all are a little stressed when we are learning something new too. Same with our dogs.

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01/02/2026

Love it!

"Rex" was retired. His back legs were giving out. But every morning, he sat by the door, waiting for duty.

He didn't understand why he couldn't go in the squad car anymore. He whined all day.

Officer Miller couldn't stand seeing his partner sad.

So, on his day off, Miller put on his uniform. He put Rex in his personal truck.

They drove around the neighborhood for an hour, windows down, listening to the police scanner. Miller pretended to radio in updates.

Rex sat tall, ears perked, feeling important again.

"He gave me his best years," Miller said. "I owe him this hour."

Purpose keeps the heart beating. 👮‍♂️🐕

01/02/2026

Dogs as SO amazing!

Police were chasing a suspect who had collapsed behind a dumpster.

Officer Miller released K9 "Shadow" to apprehend.

But Shadow didn't bite. He didn't bark.

He nudged the man's pocket and whined loudly, looking back at Miller.

Miller approached cautiously. He found the man unconscious, not from drugs, but from extreme low blood sugar. Shadow had smelled the chemical change in his breath.

The dog lay down next to the "bad guy" and licked his hand until the paramedics arrived with glucose.

"He stopped being a cop," Miller said. "He became a doctor."

True heroes know when to fight and when to heal. 👮‍♂️🐕

01/01/2026

For anyone interested here are the dates for the Top Dog Workshops. Betsy and Linda are amazing.

Save the Dates for our 2026 Workshops at Top Dog!
More information and registration coming soon!
Foundation/Beginners Workshop May 29 - 31
Teaching Open Workshop August 21 - 23
Teaching Utility Workshop September 18 - 20
To Utility and Beyond Oct 23 - 25

Send a message to learn more

12/31/2025

Gold Star Distribution Inc. has announced a voluntary recall of all FDA-regulated products, including pet foods, in Minnesota, Indiana, and North Dakota after an FDA inspection found insanitary conditions that could pose contamination risks. 🦠

Products stored under insanitary conditions may become contaminated and pose health risks, including bacterial contamination such as Salmonella.

Contaminated products may also cause illness in pets or people who handle them.

The recall does not apply to products shipped directly to retail stores, including frozen and refrigerated items.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the recalled products.

For more information on this recall and to get recall alerts, see the link for a comprehensive list of affected products here https://www.fda.gov/media/190382/download?attachment

To get recall alerts straight to your inbox see the link here

https://www.dogfoodadvisor.com/dog-food-recalls/signup/

12/31/2025

Happy New Year from everyone at Papp's. Please stay safe tonight!

Happy New Year!! 🩷
Four Labradors making a toast 🥂
Thank you always, and wishing everyone a happy year ahead 💕✨🐾

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12/30/2025

Seriously 😚 🐶