Managing Senior Health in Dogs (0)

2/04/10 •

Dog health issues inevitably increase as your dog gets older. A large breed dog is often considered senior when he is only 8 or 9 years old while younger dogs usually aren’t considered senior until they are 10 to 12. Regardless, your responsibility to your senior dog increases since it’s up to you to ease the symptoms of old age.

Heads up Sarasota County Officials – Shouldn’t you take a stand? (0)

2/03/10 •

Finally, efforts are being made to cut down on the sale of puppy mill animals.

In West Hollywood, Calif., city council members are going to vote on a proposal allowing pet stores to sell only rescue or shelter pets.

Carole Davis of Companion Animal Protections Society (CAPS) assisted the Animal Legal Defense Fund and the City of West [...]

Merrick Beef Fillet Pet Treats Recalled (0)

2/01/10 •

[merrick] The U. S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers not to use Merrick Beef Filet Squares for dogs distributed by Merrick Pet Care with a package date of “Best By 111911” because the product may be contaminated with Salmonella.

The product was distributed nationwide through retail stores and Internet sales. (click on the head for more)

Dog Toys for Separation Anxiety (0)

1/28/10 •

For our money, nothing beats a Kong Toy stuffed with creamy peanut butter – and then frozen for a few hours. This cold and yummy treat keeps our dog busy for at least an hour.

There are other neat toys out there too, like the Talk to Me Treatball. This plastic ball has has a chip that lets you record something, like “Good Dog Scout!” or “night night”. But! if you have a big dog, a chewer or a puppy – this toy should only be used with supervision – and for Separation Anxiety – no good. Stick with the KONG.

OASIS – Opera for Animals – Singing is Saving (0)

1/26/10 •

Opera for Animals – Singing is Saving is a Sarasota non-profit organization dedicated to helping animals. The OASIS event this year will celebrate eight years of fund raising for area animal groups.