Contributed by Iris Eastman Palmer came to us on Saturday fromManatee County Animal Services. He was a stray which is hard to believe as Palmer, at 8 months old, is deaf and has lots of trouble walking. He can walk for a very short distance and if he falls he can’t get up on his […]
Sarasota Dog News
What’s more fun than dogs in a pie eating contest?
We really can’t think of a thing. A special dog-friendly “pie” was whipped up for this contest held at the 2014 Dog Olympics at Bayside Pet Resort this afternoon. Contests joined their owners on the dais, no encouragement was needed for dogs to dig in to the delectable “pies’. Competition was fierce. […]
Wheels for Wags: Donate your old bike to help shelter pets
Sarasota resident Bill Morse is putting his skills to work for needy pets. This summer Bill opened a bicycle repair service, recycling used bikes and selling them at affordable prices at the Swap Meet on Tuttle across from the VFW. Within a few short weeks it became clear that his business was going to take […]
Woodmere Paw Park closed for maintenance
Coping with Pet Loss
Kristen Collins of the ASPCA – Communicating with your Dog
Kristen Collins is the Director of Anti-Cruelty Behavior Services for ASPCA. Ms. Collins’ work with the ACBT focuses on the evaluation and proper placement of animals seized in dog fighting, puppy mill and hoarding cases. Through specialized behavior assessments, the team gathers information to ensure the best outcome for victims of animal cruelty and provide […]