Yesterday’s peaceful protest against Greyhound racing in Sarasota, Florida, ticked more than a few boxes on the mission to end this sport. Sarasota’s ABC -7 was on scene to cover the event and broadcast the segment live reaching thousands of residents with the message. Through social media – more than 25 local and regional people […]
Sarasota Dog News
Sarasota Says No to Dog Racing
This Saturday April 5, Sarasota Animal Advocates will hold a peaceful protest at the Sarasota Kennel Club. From 11:15 to 12:30 opponents of dog racing will make their statement by picketing the dog track. Interest in dog racing over the last decade has dropped significantly with wagers diminishing by more than fifty one percent. Tracks, […]
Breed Profile: Shepherd Collie Mix
Good golly, Miss Shollie! The German Shepherd-Collie mix (or Shollie) has become a popular breed, with owners loving the high energy and even higher level of intelligence these dogs possess. These protective yet fun-loving dogs make a great addition to an active family. Physical Traits Size & Weight: Shepherd-Collie mixes tend be large dogs, […]
Top 5 Reasons you should learn Pet CPR
CPR and pet first aid are essential tools for animal lovers. For Florida residents with our warm temperatures and preponderance of swimming pools the need is even greater. The Top 5 reasons to learn CPR and Pet First Aid are: Heatstroke Drowning Choking Poisoning Injury Having the skill to react in an emergency situation will […]
Prosecuting Attorneys take stand for animals
This is not a local story but one that affects all of the US. We’ve had more than our share of animal abuse stories here in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. Now, out of Washington, DC comes this encouraging news. Prosecutors and Animal Welfare Advocates Develop Principles to Combat Animal Cruelty Crimes against animals treated as […]
Minimally Invasive Procedures – Tracheal Stents
By: Dr. Anne Chauvet. It’s exciting to be a Veterinarian. Technology, protocols and therapies are evolving at lightening speed widening the scope of help for sick and injured pets. One of the areas that has seen tremendous growth is modality of minimally invasive procedures. As in the human medical field, veterinarians can now perform endoscopies, […]