If your dog was choking – would you know what to do? Every dog owner should know the basics of pet first aid. It might be the difference between life and death for your dog. Cheryl Brady of Vetcare Express is offering the American Red Cross First Aid for pets class on Sunday October 8th […]
Sarasota Dog News
ASPCA water rescue in Lee County, Florida
The ASPCA has been on the ground in Florida and other states assisting with evacuation and emergency sheltering efforts, and we received a request from Lee County officials and Miami-Dade Animal Services to assist in this water rescue operation of 25 animals and transported them to safety. Here’s Dick Green of the ASPCA describing […]
Microchip and VAX Clinic at ARC – 9/7/17
Did you know that pets that are microchipped are 50% more likely to returned to their owners if lost? Did you know that pet-friendly hurricane shelters require proof of shots? In preparation for Hurricane Irma, Animal Rescue Coalition will hold a vaccine and microchip clinic on Thursday, September 7, 2017, from 830 am to 3 […]
Hurricane Prep – Irma is coming
With almost a full week of notice of the impending storm, Hurricane Irma, we all have the small luxury of time to prepare. Pet owners have more responsibility to ensure that their littles are safe. Here are few quick tips to get you started: Food & Water – some agencies recommend one week supply others […]
Dog Flu – What every Sarasota Dog lover should know
We hear about Canine Influenza – dog flu … on Facebook and the news. Is this something that we need to think about in Sarasota? Dr. Wendy Ying of 5 Elements for Animals a local veterinarian chats with our Rover Reporter about common misconceptions regarding dog flu and top concerns for dogs in Sarasota. Click […]
Florida Corgi Picnic – November 11th – Cocoa Beach Benefits Corgi Aid
Florida Corgi’s unite on November 11th, 2017 for the annual Florida Corgi Picnic. This joyous celebration of all things Corgi benefits Corgi Aid. The love of this special breed brings people and Corgis together for a celebratory day. In addition to the picnic, attendess will enjoy races, contests auction and raffles will be held. […]