May 18, 2012

Scouting out the Weekend: May 5 & 6, 2012

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This weekend a party for people and their dogs will happen on Sunday at Gettel Toyota in Bradenton.   The first 100 visitors will receive a free mini-cooler with a guide to local dog parks! The Second Annual Dog Day Afternoon from Noon to 4 will offer a panoply of fun including a Doggie Costume Contest, [...]

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Sarasota Dog’s Weekend Scout – February 10-12, 2012

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The Humane Society of Sarasota County hosts its annual Smooches for Pooches and Kisses for Kitties tonight in South Side Village in Sarasota. From 5-9, the fundraiser will include raffles, prizes and local vendors as well as pet-related businesses turning out to meet the community. Are dogs welcome? Of Course! Let the kissing begin! Free [...]

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Meetup at the Polo Grill

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Thanks to all who joined us at the Polo Grill on Sunday in Lakewood Ranch.  Click on the headline of this article for  a smattering of pictures from the evening. What a good-looking bunch of pups (and owners!) If you would like to join our group . . its easy and free. Just visit Meetup.com [...]

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Scouting out the Weekend: October 1st and 2nd, 2011

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All creatures great and small will be welcomed to Unity Church’s Annual Pet Blessing.  Now in its third year, the Blessing has expanded to include food, music, vendors and of course adoptable animals from local rescue groups.   The event is held in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, who was born in 1181 in early [...]

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Weekend Scout: May 7 & 8, 2011

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The Humane Society of Sarasota County will be at the Pet Supermarket on Saturday from 10:00 am to 2:0 pms with lovable cats and dogs that need homes.  Pet Supermarket is located at Bee Ridge and MacIntosh. Also on Saturday from 10:00 am to 1:00 p.m – The 2nd Annual Weiner Dog Derby, presented by [...]

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SarasotaDog.com’s Weekend Scout April 16 & 17

This weekend is chock full of dog-friendly events. If you missed Ecofest in Sarasota, this is your second chance!  . Great earth-friendly local companies will help you learn to conserve and live a greener lifestyle.This event is free to the public and located next to the Bradenton Farmer’s Market on Old Main Street (12th Street [...]

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Scouting out the Weekend: St. Petrick’s, Low-Cost Vaccinations, Adoptions and more!

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This weekend is jam-packed with dog-friendly events in the Sarasota area. If you are looking for a party . . . head down to the Annual St. Petrick’s Day Pet Festival and Fair in Venice. Looking for a dog?  Need low-cost vaccinations?   You can find all of the information about adoption events and where to [...]

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Extreme Dog Team Sport: FlyBall!

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Flyball was invented in the early 70′s and was first showcased on The Johnny Carson show. Unlike agility or dock diving, where individual dogs compete (perhaps even on a team), flyball is completely a team sport. Dogs race over hurdles spaced 10 feet apart to capture a tennis ball which appears from a box. They [...]

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Sarasota Pet Magazine’s Pet Choice Awards!

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Thursday, March 3rd,  members of the Sarasota Pet Community gathered for Sarasota Pet Magazine‘s Annual Awards celebration. Hosted by Hotel Indigo on Boulevard of the Arts, more than 150 people came to acknowledge contributions by rescue groups, and receive their awards.  Winners were chosen by popular vote in 23 categories from Best Pet Sitter,  Veterinarian, [...]

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Pet Pages First Annual Celebration of Pets

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Music, Food, Poodle Palooza, Dock Diving and agility.  What more could a dog lover ask for?   Some great vendors on site with truly unique products.    Congratulations to all the hardworking people at Pet Pages and our great community for a job fabulously done! So many adorable dogs from our local rescue groups.   We spent some [...]

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