Looks like we’ll be getting a pass from Irene, as the storm heads up the Eastern Seaboard. Lots of fun things this weekend to do with your dog in Sarasota! On Saturday The Sarasota Farmer’s Market is a fun place to start the day. The open air market on Lemon Avenue offers artisanal cheeses, olive […]
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Breed Profile: Shepherd Husky Mix
By Lauren R. Tharpe The Shepherd Husky is a mix of two breeds: The German Shepherd and the Siberian Husky. Most Shepherd Husky owners consider this breed to be the best of both worlds. Physical Traits Size & Weight: Large. Shepherd Huskies range from 20 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder. Their weight also […]
Breed Profile: Jack Russell Terrier
By Lauren R. Tharp The original “purse dog!” Long before Paris Hilton was stuffing Chihuahuas into her handbag, Jack Russell Terriers were being toted around in “terrier bags” while their owners traveled around on horseback. Originally bred in England, the Jack Russell evolved to its current form in Australia. This faithful outdoorsy breed was first […]
Breed Profile: Chihuahua
Chihuahua Profile by Lauren R. Tharp The Chihuahua: Little Dogs with Big Attitudes While Chihuahuas don’t actually have Mexican accents like they do in the movies and on television, they do originate from Mexico. Chihuahua, Mexico, to be specific (go figure?). Recognized by the AKC in 1904, Chihuahuas are estimated to be the oldest—and smallest!—breed […]
Pup Couture – What’s Hot and What’s Not
According to Dara Foster, founder of New York City based PupStyle.com, the preppie look is back for Spring/Summer 2011. We chatted with Tina Spanevello owner of Tampa-based, CollarPlanet.com for her insight into fresh styles and trends for the season in our neck of the woods.. The Rasta collar has been very popular this season featuring […]
