About Kristen Collins Kristen Collins, the director of Anti-Cruelty Behavior Services, joined the ASPCA in August 2007. This department works closely with the ASPCA’s Field Investigations and Response (FIR) team to oversee behavior evaluations at animal cruelty cases and during disaster response efforts. Ms. Collins’ work focuses on the evaluation and proper placement of animals [...]
Dr. Noelle McNabb

Diplomate, America College of Veterinary Opthalmologists Dr. McNabb earned her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Michigan State University in 1993. Her post-doctoral training included a one year medical and surgical internship at Angell Animal Medical Center (AAMC) in Boston, MA and a three year residency program in Comparative Opthalmology at the University of Florida. Dr. [...]
Dr. Frances Baker
Dr. Frances Baker is a 1980 graduate of the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. Since that time she has been in private small animal practice in Alabama, Kentucky, and Florida. She recieved training and certification in veterinary acupuncture from the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society (IVAS) in 1995 and since then has acted as a [...]
Stephen Huneck’s Dog Mountain

To most of us, art means expression. Communication of an idea, emotion, or a story. Most accomplished artists excel in one modality. Stephen Huneck, writer, wood carver, builder and painter gifted the world with his ideas through a panoply of work. Centering on dogs, Stephen was able to embody his love for them through creation [...]
Resale shopping for doggie gear online

A new online resale shop for dogs offers not only discounted prices for clothes, beds and accessories, but also a way to recycle your those items that may no longer work for your pooch. We talked with Doggie360.com‘s founder, Carey Jackson about her new business and how consumers can benefit from shopping in their pajamas [...]
A Round for the Hounds

Keeping your New Year’s commitment to workout? If you need a little extra motivation, consider this: Cross Fit Sarasota is offering a fitness challenge on January 15th at 9:00 am. The challenge is open to all levels, even Beginners and will rate your skills in several areas. Prizes will be awarded in separate divisions, so [...]
Still scouting out the weekend?

Consider checking out the dog agility trials at Manatee County Fairgrounds. While dogs that are not competing should not attend – this is a great free, family-friendly event where you can watch dogs compete, and get a taste for what serious agility is all about American Kennel Club (AKC) Dog Training Club of St. Petersburg, [...]
Stocking Stuffers for Dog Lovers

The American Pet Product Manufacturer’s Association forecasts that Americans will spend more than 3 billion dollars on Christmas gifts for their pets. That’s a boatload of toys, leashes and doggie beds. Our local shopping scout ventured out to find unique ideas and gifts that are available right here in Sarasota. Some are from local [...]
Sarasota Dog Holiday MeetUP at K9 Korral

Thank you to Mark Shambour and Jeffery Andrew of K9 Korral for hosting our bouncy and boisterous Doggie Club Holiday Party – the mood was festive and Mark gave every one a turn on the agility floor. Special thanks to Kim Butler of Simply Spotted Photography for these wonderful pictures. Thanks everyone for the delicious [...]






