Sarasota Dog

Florida

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Is your dog your lucky charm?

Celebrate all things Irish for St. Paddy’s day with a festive Martingale collar and leash from The Artful Canine! The Artful Canine is local business right here in Venice, Florida. Founded by Joanne Wood-Ellison, they create beautiful custom accessories for your dog. And you know what’s great? They are working with a local rescue group […]

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Blood Pressure in Dogs

By,  Anne Chauvet, DVM, DACVIM Neurology When you go to your doctor, do you see the blood pressure manometer or your doctor first? When you take your pet to your veterinarian, do you get a blood pressure reading every time? Why is there such a difference and does blood pressure matter in pets? After all, […]

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Ask The Trainer – How to introduce a new dog to your home

Andy Sands, is a Sarasota area dog trainer with Suncoast Good Citizen Dog.   He’s bringing us answers here on Ask The Trainer to frequently asked questions. What is the best way to introduce a new dog to my household with my current dog? Andy:   There are many things I am asked about as […]

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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 […]

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Is your pet safe at the Groomer?

By Aubrey Bird, Professional Pet Groomer There has been a lot in the news lately about accidents and even dogs dying at the groomer. I think we can all agree that no one wants something like this to happen, but there are two sides to every story. I have been a groomer for over six […]

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Red Bug Slough: Rico’s Adventure to Sarasota County’s Dog Friendly Park

By Dr. Sue Nielsen Address – 5200 North Beneva Road, between Clark Road and Proctor. Parking is off the west side of Beneva Road. Public bathrooms are near the parking lot. There is a helpful trail map on the Sarasota Government web site. Basics — Red Bug allows pets on leash only. No fenced in […]