Ohio Veterinarian Indicted in Scheme Using Deceased Dog’s Name for Narcotics
The owner of Landings Animal Hospital in Avon Lake, Ohio, and an alleged accomplice have been indicted for a prescription drug scheme involving the use of a deceased dog's name, "Punkin," to obtain narcotics like oxycodone and alprazolam.
Atlanta, GA, October 8, 2026 — The owner of Landings Animal Hospital in Avon Lake, Ohio, has been indicted on charges related to a prescription drug scheme. The indictment also names an alleged accomplice.
Authorities allege that the scheme involved using the name of a deceased dog, identified as “Punkin,” to fraudulently obtain controlled substances. The narcotics reportedly acquired through this method include oxycodone and alprazolam.
The specific details regarding the timeline of the scheme, the exact dates of the indictment, and the identities of the individuals involved beyond their alleged roles have not been publicly disclosed in the provided information.
The owner’s practice, Landings Animal Hospital, is located in Avon Lake, Ohio. Further information regarding the investigation, the legal proceedings, and potential penalties associated with these charges is pending.
Story summarized from the original created by Cassandra Nist, Gray News staff on www.atlantanewsfirst.com, see more information here.
Media gallery
