Do you have Tiny Confessions?
Do you have Tiny Confessions? This new book by Christopher Rozzi, is a small pocketful of laughs -"The Secret Thoughts of Dogs, Cats and Everything" Not about training, nutrition or breeds, the book showcases his whimsical pet portraits and captions from the perspective of the subject. Author Rozzi, is an artist, writer and comedian brings all of his talents to this fun little book that will cheer you up, and cheer you on. You can find his work on Etsy.com … Read more
Fozzy Palmer
Friday's adoptable dogs of the week are here! Meet Palmer and Fozzy! Palmer is a male tan/white Black Mouth Cur & Beagle mix. He’s around a year and a half old and has been at Sarasota County Animal Services since March. Palmer has a playful but gentle nature and a very friendly personality. Palmer gets along with most dogs but should have a proper introduction if you have another pup in your home. Palmer is a volunteer favorite and even gets to go home with some volunteers. There … 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
Boots on the ground: Thank you
We had a technical glitch this weekend at SarasotaDog.com HQ Not only did we lose connection to the outside world via the Interweb but DVR and TV services were also on the fritz. A quick call to Comcast resulted in a service visit from a technician, early ... way early like 8:00 am on this day, … [Read More...]
Fozzy Palmer
Friday's adoptable dogs of the week are here! Meet Palmer and Fozzy! Palmer is a male tan/white Black Mouth Cur & Beagle mix. He’s around a year and a half old and has been at Sarasota County Animal Services since March. Palmer has a playful but gentle nature and a very friendly … [Read More...]
Consumer tool to link retailers to puppy mills
The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) today announced the launch of a new tool on its “No Pet Store Puppies” website that allows consumers to link pet stores that sell puppies with U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) licensed commercial dog breeders that … [Read More...]
Find a Pup Here
Boy, Oh Boy!
It’s the last day of May – plenty of time to mozy on down to your local … [Read More...]
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
We have two adorable lady pups looking for their forever home. Enter your … [Read More...]
Let’s Hear It For The Boys!
It's finally Friday, Sarasota! Take a gander at your adoptable dogs of the week: … [Read More...]
Sarasota Dog Boarding
Ace Pet Resort
7950 SR 72
941-921-4355
Voted Best Boarding 2010, 2011 and 2012 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.
Bayside Pet Resort
8154 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34243
941-351-0730
A luxury pet resort, offering 5-Star amenities to our canine and feline guests with state-of-the art accommodations, supervised doggie daycare and a wide array of grooming services. Come in any time for a tour of our facility!
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 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
