By Dr. Anne Chauvet Holidays are a festive time. With all of the hustle and bustle – its easy to overlook potential dangers to our four-legged family members. Take preventive measures to protect your pets this holiday season. Being aware of the dangers could save you a trip to the veterinary emergency room. 1. Food […]
Sarasota Dog News
Jingle Paws Jubilee!
A one-of-a-kind event, the 4th Annual Jingle Paws Jubilee, is planned for Sunday, December 7, 2014 at Payne Park in Sarasota. This year more than 73% of pet owners will purchase a holiday gift for their pet, according to the ASPCA. Jingle Paws Jubilee provides shoppers the opportunity to peruse the wide variety of local […]
Animal Advocates take action against greyhound racing
By Dr. Sue Nielsen A planned peaceful protest brought together close to 30 local activists to raise awareness of the dark side of greyhound racing. Florida continues to be one of the last strong holds of dog racing due to archaic law that couples other forms of gambling with dog racing. Currently only 7 states […]
Ask the Vet with Dr. Anne Chauvet
Dr. Anne Chauvet — DVM, DACVIM, Neurology of Critical Vet Care answers visitors questions. Visitor: Does my pet need all the vaccinations? Can I skip some? Dr. Chauvet: Like children, pets need the protection from the big bad world. It is most important to vaccinate early in life when the development of the immune system […]
5 Minutes to Protect Your Dog
Halloween can be the most dangerous day of the year for dogs. Strange noises, incessant door bell ringing and door knocking can cause even the calmest pups to bolt from their homes. On this day, more than any other it is critical that your dog is wearing his identification and that it’s up-to-date! […]
