By Kristen Levine, DVM Florida, an outdoor paradise! There is so much to do and to see, especially if you are a dog! Wherever you go, you are surrounded with beaches, attractions and parks. Spending time outdoors with your dog is fun and healthy; however, this picturesque, exotic climate presents some risks of which you […]
Sarasota Dog News
The Breeds That Bite
This week May 18-24 is National Dog Bite Prevention Week. The American Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has banded together with other national agencies like the CDC and the AVMA to raise awareness of how to avoid dog bites. We chatted with Dr. Katherine Miller, the ASPCA’s Director of Animal Cruelty Behavior Research […]
There’s a new Veterinarian in SRQ, and they are open late.
If you have a job, or just a really busy schedule it can be difficult to get into the veterinary clinic during their regular business hours. Now, you can visit RosemaryVet, 650 Central Ave., for general vet services for your pet. “We are open seven days and take appointments from 4:30 to 11 p.m. on […]
Nose to Tail – Examining your dog at home
By Dr. Lara de Courtivron One of the first things one is taught in vet school is to establish a system when performing a clinical exam on an animal. Each veterinarian has his/her own way of approaching a physical exam but, if the order in which it is performed never varies, fewer things are likely […]
All They Wanna Do is Have Some Fun
Cheryl Crow is an adoptable female Cur-Retriever Mix. Just about one year old and a healthy 70 lbs. Shelter staff at the Sarasota Sheriff’s Office of Animal Services are working on training Cheryl to walk on the leash and some basic obedience skills. Since Cheryl is a people-pleaser training is going well but will need […]
Easter Hazards for Pets
by Dr. Dawn Martin, DVM, DVSc, DACVIM, Internal Medicine Easter – ah what a colorful, fun and happy holiday it is. Easter bunnies, egg hunt, baskets filled with chocolate, marshmallow chicks, sugary jellybeans and other delicious sweetness. So much excitement! While your family is enjoying the holiday joys, be careful not to put your pets […]