Organized by Joe Navarro, The Gulf Gate Open blazed a trail through the south county area with a series of scheduled stops at bars and taverns. Drink specials were offered to the revelers and loyal supporters of the HSSC. What a great way to get together with friends and support your local shelter. Navarro said […]
Archives for January 2012
SarasotaDog’s Weekend Scout January 14 & 15, 2012
Some really fun events this weekend: The Gulf Gate Open is on Saturday from 3:30 to 10pm. Pub crawling at its best there will be a costume contest (sport your golf togs!), putting and special drinks at the 9 participating restaurants and taverns. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Humane Society […]
Breed Profile: Bulldog
by Lauren R. Tharp There are several varieties of bulldog: The American Bulldog, the French Bulldog, and the English Bulldog. The latter could be considered the “winner” of the bunch as it is the most famous and has earned the right to be referred to simply as “Bulldog.” The Bulldog is the mascot to 39 […]
Kristen Collins – Director of the ASPCA’s Anti-Cruelty Behavior Services
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 […]
Breed Profile: Basset Hound
by Lauren R. Tharp The name “Basset Hound” roughly translates to “rather low hound.” Whether this is referring to their height (they certainly are “rather low” to the ground!) or their facial expression (Droopy Dog was a Basset Hound!) has yet to be determined. Other famous Basset Hounds besides Droopy include Columbo’s dog, Dog; Lassie’s […]