Flyball was invented in the early 70’s and was first showcased on The Johnny Carson show. Unlike agility or dock diving, where individual dogs compete (perhaps even on a team), flyball is completely a team sport. Dogs race over hurdles spaced 10 feet apart to capture a tennis ball which appears from a box. They […]
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Pretty Pet Friendly by Julia Szabo
Sarasota Dog chats with Julia Szabo, syndicated columnist and national pet writer about her new book: Pretty Pet Friendly: Easy Ways to keep Spot’s Digs Stylish and Spotless. Julia shares her tips and ideas for making your home comfortable for you and your pet. Click on the headline to hear the interview
The First Pooches-White House Dogs
Statistics show that one of three American households have a dog but if your house is The White House, that ratio increases dramatically. More than half of our presidents have enjoyed the companionship of a dog. George Washington turns out not only was a founding father but a breeder of hunting dogs. He bred his […]
Dogged Pursuit – My Year of Competing Dusty, the World’s Least Likely Agility Dog
Feeding those little gray cells – keeping your dog mentally fit!
By: Dr. Anne Chauvet Hand in hand with the amazing advancements available today in veterinary medicine are aging-related disorders that can affect our dogs’ brains. Just like us, they can experience symptoms similar to Alzheimer’s disease. As a veterinary neurologist , I routinely see clinical signs that can include sleeping a lot more, not recognizing […]
Dr. Melissa Claus on Canine Diabetes
According to DiabetesinDogs.com, one in ten dogs will be diagnosed with diabetes. Our Rover Reporter talked with Dr. Melissa Claus about the prevelant disease, early diagnosis and how to treat your pup. Dr. Claus is with Critical Care and Veterinary Specialists of Sarasota. As a Veterinary Specialist, Dr. Claus received her degree in Veterinary Medicine […]