By Dr. Dawn Martin, DVM, DVSc, DACVIM, Internal Medicine of Critical Vet Care Just like people, dogs and cats will live a longer and healthier life if we teach them healthy habits. The training that we offer when they are young will evolve to an older animal with good lifestyle habits. Luckily for us owners, […]
Sarasota Dog News
Rummage Sale will benefit Senior Pets
A new friend to Paw Parks: Sue Nielsen
When Sue Nielsen bought her “getaway” condo on Siesta Key in 2004, it was intended to be a refuge from the cold Minnesota winters. As a practicing physician with all of the attendant responsibilities of patients, paperwork and managing people, Sue had an extremely busy lifestyle. Siesta Key became her place to regroup and recharge. […]
Dear Santa
Dogs don’t care about brand names, design or trends. They care about you, playing, eating and sleeping. This year instead of picking up a prepacked stocking from the big box store, think about making some toys and treats from stuff you have around your house. You’ll save money, and instead of shopping you can take […]
Stop the sale of Puppy Mill Dogs in SRQ
Sarasota has the chance to join 34 other communities in the US where cruelty will not be tolerated. This Tuesday December 10th Commissioners will discuss a new ordinance that would prohibit the sale of dogs and cats or rabbits in a retail environment. This will not impact in anyway the adoption centers at stores like […]
Pet Endoscopy
by: Dr. Dawn Martin, DVM, DVSc, DipACVIM Many of us are aware of endoscopy in human health, but this key medical procedure is also available for our furry friends! An endoscope is essentially a flexible camera that can be used to view areas of the body that are difficult to see from the outside, and […]