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Breed Profile: Pomeranian

by Lauren R. Tharp A close relative of the Keeshond, the Pomeranian has been strutting its spunky stuff since the 17th century!  In recent history, Pomeranians have been a favorite pet of several celebrities; including Paris Hilton, Nicole Richie, and Jessica Alba.  And talk about cute!  Boo, the “World’s Cutest Dog,” is also a Pomeranian. […]

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Rescue Report: Day 5 in foster care

By Suzanne Quick A big day today!  Joe came out of his shell and put four paws outside of the crate!  He sticks near the door and is totally wide-eyed but gosh darn it, he came out on his own.  Happy Mother’s Day! Ralphie continues on his swift progress.  He’s not only coming out of […]

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Rescue Report: Day 4 in foster care

By Suzanne Quick This morning came around way too quickly.   My efforts to treat the dogs with some raw chicken necks (my other dogs love them) were rewarded with a round of diarrhea.  Ugh!  Everyone seems fine now. Joe is still sequestered in the crate, he doesn’t seem to want to come out, and I […]

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Rescue Report: Day 3 in foster care

Day 3:  Foster care By Suzanne Quick These two little dogs have been through so much and yet are showing so much resilience.  Joe the Toy Poodle whose fur was so matted that he needed to be shaved is bouncing back.  I found a sweater that I thought would fit and he let me put […]

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Rescue Report: Day 2 in foster care

by Suzanne Quick Another good night.  Both Ralphie and Jamaica Joe were quiet as mice and slept through the night.  Joe may have been tired from chatting with Lori Michel of Animal Chit Chat.  Lori is a pet psychic and communicates with all kinds of animals.  Lori said that Joe had lots of questions for […]

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Rescued! Day One in Foster

When 263 dogs were discovered in Venice living in deplorable conditions, Sarasota County Sheriff’s Department Animal Services accomplished what seemed impossible. Within 3 days,  local rescue groups had relocated all of the dogs.   Groomers shaved long neglected locks and furs, veterinarians evaluated and provided medical care, and  rescue groups lavished love and attention on […]