Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
We have two adorable lady pups looking for their forever home. Enter your adoptable dogs of the week, Jodi and Sherry. Jodi here is a Shiba Inu/Chow mix. She’s approximately 2 years old and has been at the shelter since the beginning of May. Jodi gets along with other dogs, but prefers to be the head of the pack. She’s energetic and would be ideal for an active person. Jodi is very vocal when she plays and “talks” to the volunteers and staff when she goes for a walk. This … Read more
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
We have two adorable lady pups looking for their forever home. Enter your adoptable dogs of the week, Jodi and Sherry. Jodi here is a Shiba Inu/Chow mix. She’s approximately 2 years old and has been at the shelter since the beginning of May. Jodi gets along with other dogs, but prefers to be the head of the pack. She’s energetic and would be ideal for an active person. Jodi is very vocal when she plays and “talks” to the volunteers and staff when she goes for a walk. This … Read more
Sarasota Pet Emergency Care
Emergency Animal Health Care Critical Care and Veterinary Services - OPEN 24/7 4937 S. Tamiami Trail – Across from the Landings 941-929-1818 Sarasota Veterinary Emergency 7517 S Tamiami Trl Sarasota, FL 34231-6901 (941) 923-7260 Animal Ambulance and non-emergency transport Vet Care Express specializes in providing both emergency and non-emergency transport for pets throughout Manatee and Sarasota counties in Florida. Call Cheryl to reserve your ride 941-592-5131, … Read more
Sarasota Dog Weekend Scout November 2nd and 3rd 2012
Looking for a place where you dog will be welcomed this weekend? Check out the Humane Society of Lakewood Ranch's 2nd Annual Dog Days of Autumn. The event will be held at Greenbrook Adventure Park 13400 Adventure Place from 11-4. Local pet community members Lori Michel of Animal Chit Chat will be there, along with Ellie's Edible Treats and Dawg Biskuits and lots of others. This is the second year and organizers are bringing back the wildly popular hot dog competition. Local … Read more
Guide to Sarasota Dog Parks
Contributed by Dr. Sue Nielsen Off Leash dog parks in Sarasota County are called Paw Parks and are dotted throughout the county. Arlington, Lakeview, and 17th Street and Paw Parks are in Sarasota and Woodmere and Brohard Paw Parks are in Venice. This map highlights the parks and their locations. Each Paw Park has a separate fenced in area for large and small dogs, water fountains for dogs, waste disposal bags & trash cans, and some type of seating. Hours of operation are from … Read more
Satchel’s Last Resort – A Dog Sanctuary
SarasotaDog talks with Page Knoebel, Co-Founder of Satchel's Last Resort, a sanctuary for last chance dogs. … Read more
The Latest Local Dog news
Breed Profile: Coton de Tulear
With a name like Coton de Tulear you would expect the dogs to be as fancy as their name, and they are! Favored by the royals and wealthy upper-class of Madagascar, Coton de Tulears, or “Cotons”, have been living lives of luxury in France and Madagascar since the 16th century. They are known as … [Read More...]
The Sarasota Pet Project
Our fair city of Sarasota offers a world of possibility for pet lovers. From dog-friendly restaurants and parks to veterinarians that specialize in feline health and a host of shops offering traditional and holistic products. Naturally, all of those pet lovers generate lots of interest and … [Read More...]
Let’s Hear It For The Boys!
It's finally Friday, Sarasota! Take a gander at your adoptable dogs of the week: Harley and Drako. Harley here is a handsome brown/black Black Mouth Cur Mix. He’s around 5 years old and has been at the shelter since mid-April. This neutered boy is housebroken and good with other dogs. … [Read More...]
Find a Pup Here
Adopt Izzy or Cooper!
Fill your home with some canine love – meet your adopable dogs of the week: … [Read More...]
Long-Timers Looking for Love
May showers brings may flowers...and adoptable dogs! Check out two deserving … [Read More...]
Adopt Charm or Ollie!
Charm is a beautiful black and white American Pit Bull Terrier. This spayed girl … [Read More...]
Sarasota Dog Boarding
Ace Pet Resort
7950 SR 72
941-921-4355
Voted Best Boarding 2010 Natural Awakenings – Natties and Sarasota Pet Choice Awards!
Ace is a luxury pet resort for vacationing animals to and from the Sarasota area. With 5 Star accommodations and fun-filled activities its no wonder ACE Pet Resort is your pet’s favorite vacation destination! Open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 1:oo pm, and 3:00 pm to 5:30, Saturdays from 9am -2pm.
Country Kennels
5516 Honore Avenue
941-921-1697
Each climate-controlled indoor kennel has access to a private covered run. Dogs enjoy individual free play sessions three times each day. Reasonable rates ranging from $16.00 to $20.00 per night, depending on the size of your dog. Open every day of the year, 8am-1pm and 5pm-7pm.
DogWorld Sarasota
8265 Blaikie Ct.
Sarasota, FL 34240
941-377-DOGS (3647)
DogWorld Sarasota is a brand new facility offering an indoor-outdoor experience for Sarasota dogs. A covered dog park complete with swimming pool, waterfall and K9 grass offers your pup supervised play, a mid-day snack, and a nap if desired. All guest may participate in training classes during their stay.
Pet Emergency Numbers
Emergency Phone Numbers
RESOURCES – A quick reference guide for low cost or emergency dog care
Animal Ambulance and non-emergency transport
Vet Care Express specializes in providing both emergency and non-emergency transport for pets throughout Manatee and Sarasota counties in Florida. Call Cheryl to reserve your ride 941-592-5131, CherylBrady@vetcareexpress.com
Emergency Animal Health Care
Critical Care and Veterinary Services – OPEN 24/7
4937 S. Tamiami Trail – Across from the Landings
941-929-1818
Poison Control
Animal Poison Control Center – ASPCA
Is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you think that your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, call (888) 426-4435. A $60 consultation fee may be applied to your credit card. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/
Resources for Low-Cost Spay and Neuter
Animal Rescue Coalition provides low cost spay and neuter services for income qualified families. To schedule your pet for free or
low-cost spay/neuter, call:
Sarasota County 957-1955 ext. 4
Manatee County 749-5842
Humane Society of Manatee County
Low cost spay and neuter regardless of your
location or income.
Call 941-747-8800 ext. 302 for details
Doggie Massage!
Abundant Life Massage
Did you know that dogs love to get massage as much as we do?
It is extremely beneficial for your special pet to receive massage, not only for relaxation but especially if they are recovering from an injury or have “aches and pains” as they age.
Abundant Life Massage is located at 665 S. Orange Avenue, Suites 6 & 8, Sarasota, FL ( just south of the Women’s Exchange). 941- 554-6789 office
