May 21, 2012

Mixin’ It Up with Princess, the Bandit and June

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We’re mixin’ it up here at SarasotaDog.com. Not only do we have your adoptable dogs of the week but this week we’re introducing 3 pups that are desperately looking for a home to call their own. First we met the pretty Princess. She just had her crown jewels removed just hours prior. Her poor body [...]

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Breed Profile: German Shepherd

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by Lauren R. Tharp The fourth most popular breed in the United States, the German Shepherd has long been known for its heroic exploits and loyalty as a family pet. First recognized by the AKC in 1908, the German Shepherd is the leading police, military, and guard dog breed in the world…and is also known [...]

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Scouting out the Weekend – November 19th and 20th, 2011

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Start your Saturday off with a garage sale for a cause! Mosey on down to Sarasota County Animal Services Shelter located at 8451 Bee Ridge Rd (East of I-75). All proceeds will be used for the medical needs of the stray dogs and cats at Animal Services. These animals are in dire need of necessary vaccinations in [...]

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Breed Profile: Chihuahua

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Chihuahua Profile by Lauren R. Tharp The Chihuahua: Little Dogs with Big Attitudes While Chihuahuas don’t actually have Mexican accents like they do in the movies and on television, they do originate from Mexico. Chihuahua, Mexico, to be specific (go figure?). Recognized by the AKC in 1904, Chihuahuas are estimated to be the oldest—and smallest!—breed [...]

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Satchel’s Last Resort – A Dog Sanctuary

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Sarasota Dog talks with Page Knoebel, Co-Founder of Satchel’s Last Resort. Page went from helping out a few stray dogs to creating a forever sanctuary now housing more than 50 dogs and dozen of cats right here in Sarasota. Click on the headline to hear Satchel’s story.

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Kane’s Furniture – Dog Adoption Event: Today!

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Saturday August 28th, Nate’s Place and the Humane Society of Sarasota County will host an adoption event. Come out and meet a new family member, matched to your family by the shelter. Be sure to all the details about your household to the staff so that they area able to find a dog that will be the right fit for you.

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Party at the Polo Grill to Benefit Honor Sanctuary

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Last night’s Charity Bartending Event at the Polo Grill was a smash! Animal Lovers and Polo Grill regulars celebrated Honor Sanctuary’s work to help and protect pets that have been neglected or abandoned.

Just click on the headline to see the rest of the party pictures!!

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Dog Adoption Event this Saturday at Honor Sanctuary

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Are you looking for a new member of the family?  Honor Sanctuary will hold an adoption event this Saturday from 10am 1:00 pm. Adoption is a great option for families that may not be able to go through the challenges of puppyhood.  Although there will be some puppies available! Refreshments, fun and dogs that need [...]

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This Saturday at PetsMart – The Tour for Life

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Have you been thinking of expanding your family to include another dog? This Saturday at PetsMart (at the Landings on Tamiami Trail) , The North Shore Animal League will be hosting it’s annual Tour For Life in conjunction with the Humane Society of Sarasota County.
Click on the headline for more

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Adoptable Dogs – Shadow & Misty

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Hi Everybody! Our names are Misty and Shadow and we are fun-loving sisters who need forever homes. You probably hear on the news about families who fall on hard times – and have to give up their animals. This happened to us. It would be wonderful if we could stay together, but if we have to be separated that would be okay.

Click on the Headline for more about Misty and Shadow – and how to adopt

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