Quinn Veterinary Clinic

10/17/2026

Getting ready to enjoy the crowds at the Ft. Wayne Animal Care and Control Howl-O-Walkoween Event! Come down to Promenade Park between 10:30 and 1:30 ( even if you can’t bring your pet) and join the fun!

10/16/2026

Although it’s too late for the early-bird special now, you can still come join us at the Ft. Wayne Animal Care and Control’s Howl-O-Walkoween this Saturday and help them raise more money for the animals!! Dr. Quinn will be there at a booth spreading the word about our services for all the anxious, worried pets out there! Hope to see you there!!

🎃 1 WEEK LEFT FOR EARLY BIRD SPECIAL! 🎃

Take advantage of our Early Bird Special until Thurs, Sep 17 for the Howl-O-Walkoween Costume Contest and receive $5 OFF!

Register online here: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/howl-o-walkoween2026/

Costume Contest Categories:
🐾 Best Homemade Costume
🐾 Best Group-Themed Entry
🐾 Spookiest Costume
🐾 Best Overall

Learn more about this family & pet-friendly event on our website: https://www.cityoffortwayne.in.gov/173/Howl-O-Walkoween

10/09/2026

WE WILL BE CLOSED ON FRIDAY (OCT 9 th)

Jessica and I are in Schaumburg enjoying the Canis Conference and visiting with a lot of amazing people in the industry! Meeting up with old friends, making new friends, and even running into our client from W Lafayette! Dr. Quinn gives her presentation on Saturday afternoon so stay tuned!

10/04/2026

My favorites are black or black and white. That’s thanks to my first dog as a child, who was a black and white beagle mix. Show us your black kitties and pups in the comments!

What if the very thing that makes a black dog harder to photograph could also make them harder to notice?

That question inspired photographer Fred Levy to turn his camera lens toward black dogs.

After a conversation about the challenges black dogs can face in finding homes, Levy began the Black Dogs Project in 2014. The phenomenon is often referred to as “Black Dog Syndrome” or, particularly when referring to larger dogs, “Big Black Dog Syndrome” among animal rescuers.

While there is no scientific evidence proving that black dogs as a group are universally less likely to be adopted, many shelters and rescuers say they have observed potential adopters passing over black dogs—sometimes in favor of dogs with lighter or more distinctive coats.

Why? There could be several reasons.

Some believe outdated superstitions surrounding black animals may play a role. Others point to something much simpler: black dogs can be notoriously difficult to photograph well. Their dark fur can absorb light and make it harder to capture their expressions and features, especially in typical shelter photos.

And if an adoption photo doesn't immediately catch someone's eye, a dog may never get the chance to show them what a wonderful companion they could be.

Levy decided to change that by photographing black dogs against black backgrounds in his studio, creating dramatic, high-quality portraits that showcase their individual personalities and beauty.

“I decided to start a photo series photographing black dogs on a black background in my studio,” Levy wrote. “Using social media, I’ve been recruiting local dog owners who have black dogs to photograph.”

What began as a photography project became something more: a way to make people stop, look twice and see the dog—not simply the color of their coat.

“It’s an amazing journey…” Levy wrote.

And through his lens, these beautiful black dogs are finally getting the attention they deserve.

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09/25/2026

Tough topic in this next session!

09/23/2026

Enjoying our time at the Purdue Veterinary Conference both networking and learning! We set up a booth to let other veterinary professionals know where they can go for behavioral help for their pets!

09/23/2026

09/22/2026

Staff members of Quinn Vet Clinic will be attending the Purdue Veterinary Conference and will be out of the office September 23 through Monday September 28th. For any emergencies please contact Southwest Urgent Care 260-271-1711 or NIVES 260-426-1062.