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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Sarasota Dog’s Weekend Scout: March 17 & 18, 2012
Two big events this weekend! Coming up on Saturday the 15th Annual St. Pugtrick’s event on St. Armand’s Circle. A benefit for the Humane Society of Sarasota County, the circle will be filled with pet vendors and gorgeous pugs in their finery. From 10-2. Sunday at the Sarasota Kennel Club – The Mutt Derby will […]
Breed Profile: Basset Hound
by Lauren R. Tharp The name “Basset Hound” roughly translates to “rather low hound.” Whether this is referring to their height (they certainly are “rather low” to the ground!) or their facial expression (Droopy Dog was a Basset Hound!) has yet to be determined. Other famous Basset Hounds besides Droopy include Columbo’s dog, Dog; Lassie’s […]
Paws Across the Planet: HSSC’s 11th Annual Adoptathon
At 3:00 pm on Sunday, more than twelve adoptions had taken place, and six dogs were on hold for pick-up later. The Humane Society of Sarasota County had a great turn out for the Paws Across the Planet with a nice mix of families,couples and single people looking for pets. Brightly colored walls, outdoor […]
Humane Society of Sarasota County’s Howl-O-Ween Fest
This year’s Howl-O-Ween was the best yet! More than 92 dogs put on their finest to frolic to socialize and to compete in the costume parade. The judges had mighty deliberations but all dogs and their owners were the winners at this fun filled event. Thanks to PET PAGES for helping to secure the venue […]