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www.SarasotaPet.com Sarasota Pet February March 2013 The Voting Begins Sarasota Pet s Choice Awards 2013 Meet Our Cover Contest Winner--Merry Sunshine of Petmopolitan Pet Food Jeanine s Treating Your Pet Like One of Our Own Serving the Pet Community in SaraSota & manatee CountieS For 24 yearS On-Site Individual Cremation Service Same-Day Service Available Home Pick-Up Available Large Selection of Urns & Markers Watch for the opening of our new larger facility in late February - early March located at 2122 Whitfield Park Avenue in Sarasota Professional Dog Training Group Classes & Private Sessions CCPDT Nationally Certified APDT Professional Member NADOI Endorsed Member IPDTA Member AKC CGC Evaluator Positive Training for Family Pets & Assistance Service Dogs JeaninesProDogTraining.com (941) 371-5174 Full-Service Veterinary Medicine & Surgery for Small Animals Terry Clekis DVM MS Laura Eslinger DVM Crystal Berarducci DVM -- Offering the Excellence in Care Your Pets Deserve -- 5012 State Road 64 East Bradenton FL 34208 Across from River s Edge Publix Shopping Center 6060 28th Street eaSt 9 Bradenton FL www.belspuroaks.com 941-751-5044 941-745-1513 www.bradenriveranimalhospital.com We Are Here When You Need Us Most... 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Botha 6329 Robin Cove Lakewood Ranch Florida 34202 Sarasota Pet s Choice Awards 2011 & 2012 Natural Choice Awards 2011 & 2012 E-Mail Address SarasotaPet aol.com (941) 405-4468 941-592-5131 www.VetCareExpress.com 24 HR 365 DAYS YR VETERINARIAN RECOMMENDED Web site www.SarasotaPet.com Phone (941) 924-6007 E-Mail Address bestfriendspetphoto comcast.net Best Friends Pet Photography Photographer Connie Summers I can tell you that in my hour of absolute greatest need you were possibly my source of greatest comfort. I am so thankful for you and the service you provide. Thank you again from the bottom of my heart for your quick response and compassion You are an angel Emergencies Regular Vet & Specialist Visits Transport to from Boarding Day Care Grooming Home Pick-Up of Pets That Have Passed Partnering with Web site www.conniesummers.com to provide complimentary transport to and from family vet for diagnostic testing and follow up care Graphic Designer Tara Ann Rader Senior Account Manager Tom Altman Nationally Recognized for Expertise in the Medical Care of English Bulldogs Also Specializing in Boston T erriers Greyhounds & Pugs On Our Cover--Sarasota Pet and Manatee Pet are proud to feature a top executive from a local pet food company on the cover of this our February March 2013 issue Meet Merry Sunshine the vice president of Puplick Relations for Petmopolitan Pet Food This beautiful Golden Retriever turned two years of age on Christmas Day and her clear eyes healthy coat and bright smile speak volumes for the food and treats that she loves to eat She does of course dine on Petmopolitan Pet Food a hand-crafted all-natural and chemical-free line of foods and treats created by her human companions who also happen to be the company s cofounders--Mary Lynne Bianchi and John Fellows of Cape Coral. Does Merry Sunshine look familiar Perhaps you ve caught a glimpse of her at the Sarasota Farmers Market where she Mary Lynne and John have a booth each Saturday morning. You can find out more about this top dog in the pet food industry and the nutritious--and delicious--products she represents in the profile that begins on page 40. Offering the Best in Contemporary Pet Care including General Health & Wellness Care Internal Medicine Surgery & Radiology In-House Lab Services Dental Care Allergy T esting Grooming & Boarding Pet Food & Supplies Microchipping Tuttle Integrating Holistic & Conventional Medicine Cover Photo by Connie Summers ALL RIGHTS RESERVED COPYRIGHT 2013 No part of this publication can be reproduced or duplicated without the publisher s permission. Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet www.SarasotaPet.com 941-955-0136 W. Steve Koch DVM James H. Lanier DVM 1090 N. Tuttle Avenue Sarasota (Tuttle & 12th Street) www.TuttleAnimalMedicalClinic.com 3 he beginning of 2013 has been a bittersweet time for me. As I set out with great anticipation on another year s journey of bringing you news and information about our animal community and spotlighting local people who are making important and much-needed contributions I also am grieving the loss of one Sarasota Pet s most devoted supporters--my father. Dad s passing was not unexpected (he had been ill for a while) but it is heartbreaking all the same. As I have tried to meet deadlines that always seem to come much too quickly many times during the past several weeks my mind has strayed to comforting memories of moments my dad and I have shared through the years. Like many little girls I can remember dancing around the living room standing atop my father s feet and I can vividly recall the time Dad slept in a straight-backed chair by my bedside all night when at the age of 11 I had pneumonia. He always has been there for birthday Candace T. Botha publisher celebrations graduations baby christenings school plays and holiday gatherings. And he always was with Toby Lucy and Riki. eager--and proud--to read the newest issue of the magazine each time it arrived. Photo by Liana Roman My dad was the one man who believed in me unconditionally especially during the all-too-frequent times when my confidence wavered. His faith in me--and his abiding love for our family--will be missed each and every day. This issue is dedicated to my father Fred Botha who always inspired me to do my absolute best and to never ever give up. Moving on I would like to ask a very special favor of you. The next time you visit one of our local pet businesses take your pets to the veterinarian or a doggy day care facility when you drop your pet off for a bath and groom or visit a pet-friendly restaurant please mention that you have seen the ads of these pet businesses in the pages of Sarasota Pet and Manatee Pet if indeed you have. It is their advertising dollars that makes the publication of the magazines possible. Most of the advertisers you ll find here are small businesses and they need reassurance that the dollars they spend on advertising in Sarasota Pet and Manatee Pet --as affordable as it continues to be--is still money well spent. There have been times that I have heard that coupons have not been redeemed or not one person has responded to a special offer featured in the magazines. It is frustrating for me as the publisher and it is discouraging for our advertisers. That s right--OUR advertisers...yours and mine. Sarasota Pet and Manatee Pet are after all our community pet publications. I frequently tell local business owners that if we knew what worked in advertising we all would be wealthy What I am confident will work every time--without fail--is just letting these fellow animal lovers know that you have seen their ads and that you value their contributions to Sarasota Pet and Manatee Pet. So the next time you see Val Peejay Kathy Rhonda Ken and Robin or Cheryl...if you have an appointment with Dr. G Dr. Ellis Dr. Reinhart Dr. Rill Dr. Koch Dr. Salisbury or Dr. Chauvet...when you drop your dog off to be groomed by Tracey Diana Amanda Lisa or Karen...if you sign up for a training class with Jeanine Jeffery Mark or Meg...when you take an agility class with Hera and COZ...each time you attend an event or visit any of the pet businesses or practices featured here take a moment to say you saw an ad or an article in Sarasota Pet and Manatee Pet. With heartfelt thanks... 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This allows oxygen to be absorbed by the blood plasma cerebrospinal fluid in the brain and spinal cord and in lymph and other body fluids delivering more healhe term miracle cure has come ing oxygen to tissues for cell repair and into disrepute over the years bemetabolism. cause it has been so misused but Lucy underwent several treatments. we had a case recently where we can say She was back on her feet after 24 hours the results were truly miraculous without and her life was no longer in danger. exaggerating. When Lucy returned home Alison Lucy is a four-year-old black and white reported that she was blind and her back Shih Tzu who was brought to our emerlegs were very weak. She had difficulty gency room by her owner Alison Latmaintaining her balance and had no vala. Lucy was blind and comatose. Our control over her bladder so Alison brought emergency physician Dr. Elizabeth Mann Lucy in for additional HOT sessions. reported that her condition was grave Normally sessions in the hyperbaric and the prognosis was very poor after chamber are one hour in duration. Given her brain had been deprived of oxygen Lucy s condition we recommended a (hypoxia) for a significant amount of time series of intensive treatments of two hours while she was under anesthesia. in the hyperbaric chamber and four hours As our clinic s veterinary neurologist between sessions. The results you might I was called in to consult by Dr. Mann. I say were miraculous. saw that the damage to Lucy s brain was In Alison s words Every evening when she ran through the front door she was invigorated and confident. It was amazing to see her immediate recovery. Today I am telling everyone she is 100 percent except for some loss of her eyesight. She has regained control and strength in her back legs and is once more romping and playing with her sisters (my two At Critical Care & Veterinary Specialists of Sarasota Jariyaporn Pinky other Shi Tzus). She Uttayaya-Andrews places a patient into the hyperbaric chamber prior is back to her old to a treatment. Photo courtesy of Critical Care & Veterinary antics and goofy Specialists of Sarasota LLC. behavior and is enjoying life as much as she ever did. profound and our only option was to Many people do not know that oxygen treat her in our new hyperbaric chamber. is actually a prescribed medication and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HOT) is a it is an amazing one. The miracle of safe and painless procedure whose healthe hyperbaric chamber is that it allows ing benefits have been proven in clinical healing oxygen to go places red blood research studies on humans. With the cells cannot go to. It helps the recovery chamber 100 percent oxygen is delivered of hypoxic (oxygen deprived) areas and to the patient under pressures that are increases oxygenation of areas that would slightly higher than normal resulting benefit from it. This speeds up healing and in the delivery of blood plasma highly T Dr. Anne Elisabeth Chauvet Critical Care & Veterinary Specialists of Sarasota LLC promotes the cells involved in the healing process to act beneficially. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy promotes healing for all types of wounds spinal and brain injuries and surgeries strokes burns certain diabetic conditions anemia smoke and carbon monoxide inhalation chronic skin conditions tick-borne disorders and much more. It also helps with pancreatitis snake and insect bites and certain endocrine problems. I can t tell you how good it feels to all of us to see patients like Lucy recover to go home with their families who are so happy to have more time with their pets. That s why we have focused investments in our clinic on bringing technology like the hyperbaric chamber advanced endoscopy and minimally invasive laparoscopy to our area. It is my sincere hope that other area veterinarians and specialty clinics will also work collaboratively and use their own investment dollars to bring new veterinary medical capabilities to our area for the benefit of our local pet owners and their treasured companions. Dr. Anne Chauvet is a veterinary neurologist and founder of Critical Care and Veterinary Specialists of Sarasota and Veterinary Neuro Services 4937 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota. For more information call 941-929-1818 or visit www.CriticalVetCare.com. 6 February March 2013 Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet Own ner O Site Real Grass. Real Trees. Real Love. ACE Pet Resort is an award-winning pet care facility with a knowledgeable and caring team situated on nine beautiful acres for the discerning pet that craves personalized care and individual attention. 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In addition there is a topically applied medication that is in the same family as the injection which works in some cases with just a couple of applications. Sometimes antibiotics are needed to clear up secondary bacterial infections caused by all the scratching but that is easily accomplished as well. A second type of mange mite that is more insidious is the demodectic mange mite. Most--if not all--dogs acquire this mite from their mothers at birth. These mites live deep in the skin of dogs in a dormant stage the entire life of the pet. The demodectic mite is predominately seen in dogs although it is diagnosed on rare occasions in cats too. It is insidious because it causes hair loss very slowly and without any itching to alert the pet owner that there is an issue. Fortunately it only becomes active and causes a problem in stressed animals or those with weakened immune systems. It is mostly seen in young growing puppies and even then in only a small percentage. Growth and especially rapid growth stress the body and if a puppy also is stressed for other reasons such as poor diet an illness bullying and or moving to a new home that can give the mite the opening it needs to become active. Infection by the demodectic mite is usually first seen as a small patch of thinning hair that grows larger over a period of days. It may be in only one or two places or it may spread to multiple areas over the entire body. Left untreated it will eventually cause all of the hair to fall out and the skin will darken and succumb to secondary bacterial infections. This happens to a very small number of dogs with compromised immune systems and as a result will require monitoring and treatment their entire lives. Fortunately most puppies and even older dogs who have slightly weakened immune systems respond well to treatment and the condition never advances to what is known as generalized demodicosis. H air loss in pets can have many causes. It can present as areas of thinning hair or outright bald spots that are very noticeable. An examination by a veterinarian is needed to determine which of the many causes is to blame and to begin proper treatment in order to resolve the problem. Living in Florida we are all familiar with allergies and how they can cause skin problems. Today I will discuss a less frequent but still common cause of hair loss mange mites. There are two common and very different types of mange mites that both cause hair loss. The one that most people think of when they hear the word mange is the sarcoptic mange mite also known as red mange. The condition has earned this name because the intense itching it causes results in hair loss and red skin from constant scratching. Sarcoptic mange is perhaps best known because it also is very contagious even among people. For the purposes of this article however I will Dr. David T. Smith Sarasota Veterinary Center. Photo by Keith Millard Because the mite is deep in the skin and advances slowly it takes several months of treatment before it returns to the dormant stage. Treatments include weekly topical dips daily oral medications and my personal favorite weekly injections. Each of the two most common oral medications have a drawback. One is very expensive and the other while quite reasonably priced is dangerous to administer. It is made for cattle that weigh upwards of a thousand pounds and to dose it for a tiny puppy or even an adult dog is dangerous with a razor-thin margin of error. The injection is similar but is given by a veterinarian in a clinic setting once a week which is much safer. Since puppies are seen by a veterinarian every few weeks for the first few months of their life demodectic mange mites are generally diagnosed early and respond quickly to treatment. If your pet is experiencing hair loss please make an appointment with your veterinarian to have it checked out as soon as possible. Dr. David T. Smith has been a veterinarian in Florida for 26 years. His practice is the Sarasota Veterinary Center on Cattlemen Road south of Bee Ridge Road and next to Burlington Coat Factory. Dr. Smith is a past president of both the Southwest Florida Veterinary Medical Association and the Broward County Veterinary Medical Association. He also was the medical director of two emergency and critical care centers as well as several veterinary hospitals in Broward County. Dr. Smith can be reached by phone at 941-377-3031 for questions or inquiries or contacted online at www.drdavedvm.com. Photo 123rf.com Allyson Kitts focus the discussion on how this type of mange affects dogs and cats. Fortunately sacrcoptic mange is easily treated and the mites are very susceptible to several different treatments. There are special dips that existed as the only type of treatment for many years and they are still effective. They do have side effects that are of special concern in young puppies and some of the treatments can be deadly if given to cats. 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Often the thought behind this is If a product is labeled holistic or natural it must be better and do less harm than conventional medications. In evaluating seemingly conflicting choices and treatment options it is useful to take a broader view. If you have bladder cancer for example you might need surgery--going to an acupuncturist will help support your immune system--it probably won t cure your cancer. Treatments especially in chronic illness must be tailored for the individual patient with what is appropriate for the condition. One size does not fit all and one remedy or treatment is not the only answer. wealth of information is suddenly at your fingertips. You could find some good medical advice or you could discover that your fatigue is caused by either a viral infection or too much exercise. Much of this information can be inaccurate and misleading. Online people sell propriety products meaning you can t see all the ingredients listed and they promise miracle cures. They offer glowing testimonials from real people. The truth is that we don t know if these claims are true. What s more the products could be dangerous. Can the Internet Help You Find Treatment for Your Pet The Searching for Miracles What Lurks on the Internet When people Google or search online for a disease or a set of symptoms a Certainly some of these online products are useful. But often we see in our practice people who dose their animal companions with one or multiple herbal remedies and nutritional products looking for these miracle cures. At best they are wasting money at worst they are not getting care that may be crucial to a favorable outcome. One example of this was a female middle-aged Dachshund named Lucy who came to us with diabetes a heart condition and arthritis. The owner had started an herbal extract that she found online for the heart condition. According to the pet owner it was working well except she was having trouble controlling her dog s blood Dr. Jaime Gonzalez Bear Creek Veterinary Alternatives sugar levels. After review of the medications we found that the herbal extract had an alcohol base. Alcohol sugars adversely affected the insulin levels putting the animal at risk for a crisis. A more compatible herbal remedy was chosen along with a more natural diet and an arthritis support supplement. Now Lucy requires less insulin and is feeling great. The Quest for Optimal Healing Anyone who truly views holistic care as an attempt to restore wellness will address the underlying causes of illness. The nutritional status of the patient emotional stress environmental factors and toxins allergies vaccination history and genetics are all factors in acute or chronic illness. All must be considered in choosing treatment options. This is when a holistic medicine approach can help clients make informed decisions. Holistic care gives the body an opportunity to heal itself when given the right conditions. This means a careful evaluation of diagnostics history and an examination that includes prescribing the appropriate medications. Seeing smelling and touching an animal gives accurate 10 February March 2013 Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet clues that no lay person or medical symptom algorithm can match. Medical training experience and emotional neutrality combined with empathy for owners and pets give doctors the ability to look at symptoms and the animals condition and make determinations. A doctor who can look at the big picture and at short and long-term goals and who has experience and the open-mindedness to choose different modalities of medicine and offer guidance and advice is invaluable. No health information online should ever be a substitute for this kind of veterinary care. In another one of our recent cases a Newfoundland named Charlie came to us with severe skin issues. He had seen specialists for MRSA and his condition had worsened over the last year. He was depressed lethargic and his skin looked like an elephant with hair loss. He suffered from itching and he had a pungent smell. The owner had purchased many cr mes herbs and homeopathic remedies online that she used without much success. We updated his blood work conducted thyroid and allergy testing and developed a treatment plan. A combination of modalities was used including Chinese herbs Western herbs thyroid replacement Glandulars and Homeopathy. He began to respond immediately and in the last 60 days his fur has grown back and the itching and smell have disappeared. Charlie runs and plays with his toys again and his owner couldn t be happier with his progress. Integrative Medicine Holistic healing is not just about using a certain set of treatment modalities like acupuncture or herbs versus conventional methods such as antibiotics or steroids. Using diagnostic tests and developing a multi-level treatment plan is crucial for success. Holistic care strives to be natural but when you need an antibiotic that s what you need. It s just not the only long-term option. Without a doubt the Internet is a great tool for gathering information. Use it wisely and as a springboard for starting a dialogue with your veterinarian. Being informed and asking questions are a great start for getting good quality care and becoming an involved partner in your pet s care. Bear Creek Veterinary Alternatives is a holistic specialty practice located at 7509 South Tamiami Trail in Sarasota. Jaime Gonzalez DVM CVA is co-owner of the practice and is a holistic care expert. His approach to veterinary care combines 22 years of conventional emergency medicine and alternative modalities. For more information about Bear Creek Veterinary Alternatives or to schedule an appointment please call 941-312-6825 or visit the practice online at www.bearcreeksarasota.com. Images opposite page Google logo 123rf.com Lucian Milasan Internet search image BigStockPhoto.com Zbigniew Kuczynski Dog at computer 123rf.com Vitaly Titov Photo of Newfoundland at left 123rf.com Eric Issel 2827 University Parkway Sarasota FL 34243 (941) 358-7644 www.SnigletsDogBakery.com Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet www.SarasotaPet.com 11 941-929-1818 Board Certified Specialists 24 Hours 7 Days a Week Advanced Care with a Loving Touch EmergencyandCriticalCare Neurology Neurosurgery MRI Minimally-InvasiveSurgery (laparoscopicandarthroscopic) Ultrasound Cardiology Ophthalmology HyperbaricOxygenTherapy www.criticalvetcare.com 4937 S. 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But if your pet becomes hesitant in his or her normal activities such as negotiating steps jumping or reducing walks or play periods he or she may be experiencing underlying arthritis. Pets tend to hide and adapt to chronic sources of irritation. Diagnosing and addressing these issues can offer our pets happier and more active lives. Dental Dilemmas Weight Matters The first important issue is weight and body score. Entering the senior years with excess weight can produce and aggravate degenerative joint disease (arthritis). Heavy pets eventually become more sluggish and tend to gain additional pounds and muscle atrophy. This results in reduced mobility and activity and possible chronic skin lesions. Most quality senior diet formulas are structured to provide additional fiber for lower gastrointestinal health and controlled calories for less active lifestyles. Consequently gradual conversion to a senior diet and maintaining optimum body weight is a good health investment. Most pets entering this life stage do not Another big issue for aging pets is dental health. Pets can gnaw on a hard chew and crush kibble foods even with severe dental disease or a tooth abscess. DO NOT be fooled that this indicates good oral health. Dental and gum disease is a two-fold issue. The first concern is periodontal disease that causes bacterial infection to not only spread to major tooth roots but more importantly to spread systemically to the kidneys liver and heart valves. Many chronic valvular disease cases are a direct result of dental disease. The second issue involves pet comfort. Again pets adapt and accept oral discomfort. When this is altered many pets show an immediate improvement in attitude activity and overall vitality. Dr. Robert W. Rill Jr. of University Animal Clinic. Photo courtesy of University Animal Clinic a complete urinalysis. These tests monitor organ function reveal signs of impending or chronic conditions and help to promote safe use of all of the pharmaceuticals a pet may be receiving. Many veterinarians are now offering economical extended senior scans to include either radiographs (X-rays) or ultrasound scans of the chest and abdominal cavities. In fact many cancers (tumors) heart disease or vascular abnormalities and organ diseases can only be determined through these advanced studies. The ultimate goal for our senior pets is to provide the best quality of life in comfort for as long as possible. Investment in diagnostics can pay big dividends in early detection treatment and prevention. Specializing in the medical and surgical treatment of cats dogs pocket pets and exotic animals Dr. Robert W. Rill Jr. owns University Animal Clinic an AAHA-Accredited veterinary clinic that is located at 8239 Cooper Creek Boulevard in University Park. For more information or to schedule an appointment please call 941-355-7707 or visit the clinic online at www.theuniversityanimalclinic.com. Our companion dogs who are generally considered seniors when they reach seven years of age require veterinarian-supervised dietary and lifestyle changes to maintain overall health and quality of life. Photo at left 123rf.com Bonzami Emmanuelle Addressing Overall Health Issues What can an owner do to maintain and promote the best health for their senior companions During a pet s life they age more rapidly as a youngster and again in their later years. The one year of a person s life equating to seven years of a pet s life is not a good linear comparison. This is why it is recommended that seniors receive a complete physical examination twice yearly to uncover any new issues and monitor any chronic conditions. Yearly senior lab profiles are invaluable not only for early diagnosis but also as an opportunity for disease prevention. Most lab profiles include a complete blood count a serum chemistry and an organ function panel as well as a thyroid profile and 14 February March 2013 Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet Agility--The Power of Two The Story of Diesel & Heidi By Hera & COZ OceanWolf Agility D iesel may be the name of a slow-burning fuel oil but a dog from Port St. Lucie Florida named Diesel is a highoctane performer. A Beagle Boxer Terrier mix Diesel excels at agility and is a frequent competitor at the Manatee County Fairgrounds in Palmetto Florida. His full name is Diesel the Weasel just because it suits him Photo top left Diesel easily clears an agility jump and is on the lookout for the next obstacle. Photo by Furry Fotography Photo above Heidi Fischer holds Diesel and the bar and ribbon the rescue dog was awarded for earning his Master Agility Championship (MACH). Photo at right Diesel finishes off weaving through a set of twelve poles. Photo by Pix n Pages Photo below Diesel is all smiles as he exits an agility tunnel. Photo by Pix n Pages says his companion and handler Heidi Fischer who rescued him at six weeks of age from a litter headed for the humane society. Diesel weaseled his way into an agility household. Heidi first rescued a Boxer named Ozzie who she trained in obedience and then agility. Ozzie Hera and COZ was followed by Zena the Mastiff OceanWolf Agility Spike and Wilson the Cocker Spaniels and Geta the Sheltie. Although all of Heidi s dogs are accomplished Wilson has earned two American Kennel Club (AKC) Master Agility Championship (MACH) titles. When Heidi began agility with Diesel the AKC only allowed pure-bred dogs to compete. So Diesel began his agility career with the United States Dog Agility Association (USDAA) and Canine Performance Events (CPE). In April 2010 the AKC began allowing mixed breed dogs to compete in companion events they sponsored. Diesel quickly moved up through the Novice and Open ranks of AKC agility into the Excellent Level. Now at age four Diesel races around the agility course at breakneck speed cornering on a dime and eliciting applause with every run. He earned his MACH title in February 2012 and qualified for the 2012 AKC National Competition in Reno Nevada but was unable to attend. Diesel also has qualified for the upcoming 2013 AKC Nationals in Tulsa Oklahoma. Most recently he competed at the prestigious AKC Invitational Tournament in Orlando Florida in December 2012 with two perfect runs. This tournament invites the top five dogs of each breed from all over the United States and 84 other countries. Diesel loves to play Frisbee otherwise says Heidi he is a serious dude. When Diesel is running an agility course and has to stop on the pause table he tries to bite the brim of Heidi s ball cap. And he eagerly looks forward to a peanut butter treat on Heidi s folding chair after each agility run. No matter what he does watching Diesel is always a gas. Hera and COZ teach agility at West Coast Veterinary Center. For information about OceanWolf Agility or to schedule private classes or group training please visit www.OceanWolfAgility.com or call 941-321-9672. 16 February March 2013 Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet pen Now O te ulf Ga in G Gently Used Clothes for Women Men & Children Designer Labels Sizes From Petite to XXL Shoes Handbags Jewelry Accessories & More Help Us Raise 100K in 36 Hours www.catdepot.org Celebrating 10 years saving lives A Brand New Second-Hand Boutique Clothes for a Cause March 5 - 6 10% of All Proceeds Go Toward Giving Dogs a Second Chance for a Forever Home... 941-400-6410 6541 Superior Avenue Sarasota Hours Tuesday - Saturday 10 30 a.m. to 4 30 p.m. clothesforacause icloud.com Bring in your donations & receive 15% off everything in the store Nicole J. 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The rapid movement of air across the tongue and through the upper respiratory tract causes water to evaporate and release heat from the body. Because of our tropical environment dogs in Florida need to pant both during the summer months and on warm days during winter. My Dog is Panting... 1. 2. P Pet owners need to be aware of the different causes of panting and how to tell them apart. To follow is a list of eight common causes of panting and some tips on telling the difference. Fear or anxiety--During the thunderstorm season panting can be very common in dogs who also will usually try to hide. They tend to be unable to stay still and will constantly be moving around the house. Pain--A dog in pain may either not move much at all or he may be constantly moving around. Dogs tend to interpret pain as a physical attack so they will be moving around in an attempt to get away from the pain. There also may be some abnormality in their movement due to the pain. Look for limping walking with the back hunched up or not being able to lie down in a normal manner. Dr. W. Steve Koch Tuttle Animal Medical Clinic a dog has a fever is to take his temperature rectally. The age-old story about a cold wet nose indicating good health in dogs doesn t really apply today. That myth started in the days when Canine Distemper--usually a fatal disease--was a common illness in dogs and one of the signs of the disease was a thick white discharge from the nose. A clear moist nose indicated the dog probably didn t have distemper and could be treated. 4. Drugs--Many drugs can change the blood chemistry in a dog leading to panting. Not all dogs however will have the same response Cortical steroids used to treat allergies can cause some dogs to pant but most will not show any change in breathing. 5. 3. Fever--With a fever the panting will be constant even when the dog is lying down. The normal temperature of the dog is 101.5 degrees Fahrenheit compared to 98 degrees Fahrenheit in humans. Because of the difference in temperature the dog will always feel a little warm to your touch so the best way to determine if 18 Overheating--Being outdoors in stifling hot weather or engaging in strenuous exercise in hot weather can cause overheating. This is probably the most common cause of panting in Florida. Taking the dog s rectal temperature will tell you if your dog s temperature is elevated. If the dog has not been outside or exercising then this is not likely the cause. 6. Disease of the central nervous system--Dogs may begin panting when they suffer from central nervous system disease that affects the respiratory center which may be indicated when a dog experiences a seizure. At left While dogs may pant for a variety of reasons it can be symptomatic of a variety of serious conditions that require the diagnostic expertise of a veterinarian. Photo BigStockPhoto.com John McAllister February March 2013 Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet If you come home and find your dog is suddenly panting look for either pools of urine or stool on the floor. These kind of accidents can happen if your dog has had a seizure. Animal Eye Care Inc. Diseases and Surgery of the Eye 7. 8. Heart or Pulmonary Disease--Dogs with heart or pulmonary disease may experience panting as they try to breathe in more oxygen. Many times a dog will contract its abdominal muscles to try and force more air through the lungs. Ascites or fluid in the abdominal cavity--When a dog suffers from ascites or fluid in the abdominal cavity his abdomen is usually swollen and the dog is usually reluctant to lie down because it puts more pressure on the diaphragm. This also can lead to excessive panting. Keep in mind that it takes both skill and experience to correctly determine and diagnose what is causing panting in your dog. While I was in veterinary school a very wise professor of mine once told me Don t expect your patients to follow the rules because they have not read the textbooks. In other words consult a veterinarian who can help you identify the cause of your dog s panting and recommend appropriate treatment. Are You Doing Everything You Can to Protect Your Pet s Vision M-A Salisbury DVM DACVO Board-Certified Veterinary Ophthalmologist Serving the West Coast of Florida for 20 Years Office Hours by Appointment Monday - Friday 8 00 to 5 00 941-379-3937 www.AnimalEyeCare-Sarasota.com 3807 Bond Place Sarasota FL 34232 (1 1 2 miles west of I-75 off Bee Ridge Road) American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists Diplomate Dr. Koch specializes in the treatment of Boston Terriers English Bulldogs Greyhounds and Pugs. He is the owner of Tuttle Animal Medical Clinic located at 1090 North Tuttle Avenue in Sarasota. In his practice Dr. Koch integrates holistic and conventional medicine. To schedule an appointment please call 941-955-0136. For more information visit www.TuttleAnimalMedicalClinic.com. 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Is it a towel An article of clothing Or is it an animal You pass it by when that little voice inside your head says Turn around...Go back...Check it out. It s that inner guidance that speaks to you daily prompting you to make choices that inspire console or provide nurturing care. In some cases it may even save a life. It s as simple as saying I do when you choose to commit to good intentions large or small. And the good news is it s a joyful pledge that everyone can make. Do you have an empty bedroom Are you a snowbird who would enjoy sharing three weeks of your life with a furry friend Perhaps you travel but would like the friendship of an animal on the mend or the companionship of a kitten who needs two weeks to grow before entering a humane organization. Fostering is easy supplies are provided and when you say I do you provide the care and in return you receive gratitude and unconditional love. Adopt Animals like people are living longer lives. The commitment of love and care must follow them throughout their lifetimes. They deserve your assurance and commitment to their health and happiness well into their late teens and for some their early twenties. Simply put when you adopt an animal you literally save a life. Shelley Thayer Executive Director Cat Depot donation--from food to paper towels--is used to benefit homeless animals. Volunteer The choices are endless as is the duration. Are you an artist Teach a class. A painter Offer to touch up a shelter. An outdoorsman Learn to humanely trap. An attorney Conduct a seminar on taxdeductible donations. You can answer phones help with food banks enter data sit on fund-raising committees transport animals pick up supplies take photos and videos or simply socialize with animals who need your love. This year if only once reach out and help your local shelter. The rewards may find you going back. Even one day of saying I do can make a difference to an animal who needs you. Donate Celebrate Financial help always is needed. Nonprofit organizations rely solely on the support of donations and grants. No donation is ever too small. And major donations help stabilize nonprofits and allow them to grow and expand their services. Tax season is a great time to think about sharing a tax return and every month is the perfect time to save a precious life. In-kind donations also are needed. They can vary from chicken baby food used to disguise medications and baby bottles helpful in feeding motherless kittens to laptop computers and office supplies to track colonies food banks and adoptions. The lists are long and varied and every This year Cat Depot turns ten years old. We are asking everyone to celebrate by saying I do at least once this year. The animals featured on this page will benefit from your pledge and all of them are counting on you. Dedicated to saving lives Cat Depot a nonprofit 501(c)3 free-roaming facility is recognized for its progressive design and commitment to helping homeless abandoned and injured animals. Open seven days a week Cat Depot is located at 2542 17th Street in Sarasota. For more information call 941-366-2404 or visit Cat Depot online at www.CatDepot.org. 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Tuttle Avenue Sarasota 941-955-0136 www.TuttleAnimalMedicalClinic.com Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet www.SarasotaPet.com Bradenton Veterinary Emergency Nights Weekends Holidays Transport via 941-592-5131 Available 24 Hours a Day 365 Days a Year 72 Coral Cove Brueckner Drive Welcome Home By Tamara Powell DVM VCA Lockwood Ridge Animal Hospital Introducing New Housemates their roles especially among dominant individuals. Territoriality--Some animals just do not want to share. This behavior can spring from a troubled past (for example previously abused animals) or may be due to an inherently more dominant personality type. Aggressively protective behaviors may be seen with food toys areas of the house or even with owners. Species--Communication is different between dogs than it is between cats. Both dogs and cats have their own set of communicative signals and social manners which may be misunderstood by the other species. For example a cat may be offended by a boisterous dog who invades his space or sniffs his hind end. In turn the cat s warning body language (ears back tail swooshing hissing) might not be understood by a friendly dog until the cat scratches or bites. Disease--If your new pet has received appropriate routine medical care then it is much less likely that he will carry infectious diseases. However if there are any signs of illness it may complicate interactions between the housemates. Even if it doesn t affect their social behavior some separation between the pets initially will be necessary to prevent the spread of anything contagious. Understanding how conflicts may arise will help you to anticipate potential problems. The next consideration is how to actually introduce the pets to one another. Remember that introductions should always be slow and supervised. Try using partial barriers first which will allow the animals to become familiar with one another but to acclimate slowly so that it is not such a sudden shock when they finally meet face to face. Some techniques can include Different rooms--Place pets on each side of a door where they can hear and smell each other but still have their own space. A glass door also can be used so that pets can see each other prior to interacting with one another. In both T he adoption of a new pet can be a very exciting and rewarding adventure leading to lifelong friendships. However if there are other pets already living in the home the initial introduction of a new pet can often be a time of turbulence. Conflicts between animals may be surprising to human beings. Understanding a little bit about the social habits of dogs and cats can help to reduce some of the confusion and allow us to empathize with our pets as we help them to adjust to new circumstances. Some situations from which difficulties may arise include Age--Often a young dog or cat is adopted into a household where a middleaged or older pet already lives causing a drastic change in the daily routine of the older pet. Overly rambunctious play behavior may annoy or even accidentally injure the older companion. Personalities--Individual pets especially dogs demonstrate a high degree of variation in dominant or submissive behaviors. These natural group roles help to maintain balance and prevent conflicts as an unwritten social code. However conflict can arise as new individuals in the group try to establish Dr. Tamara Powell VCA Lockwood Ridge Animal Hospital of these situations you can gauge their initial reactions to one another to get an idea of how things are going to go. A baby gate also can be used to facilitate introductions between small dogs. Objects--Before the pets are officially introduced it may help to exchange toys or blankets between rooms so that they become used to each other s scent. Always keep safety in mind. While most pets will be able to accept new housemates in time it is possible that fights may occur even with animals that have never shown aggressive behaviors before. Try to remove any potentially aggravating factors. For example if one pet is food aggressive feed the animals in separate rooms so they cannot see each other eating. Try to maintain a calm quiet environment for introductions and be sure that the animals are always supervised until they consistently interact well with one another. Tamara Powell DVM is one of the veterinarians on staff at VCA Lockwood Ridge Animal Hospital located at 3802 N. Lockwood Ridge Road in Sarasota. Additional information about the veterinary practice is available online at www.vcahospitals.com lockwood-ridge. 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Suminagashi have black scales that appear to have white edges and the Matsukawabake s pattern and color change from one season to the next with some becoming all white or all black. Listed in the sub-class of other the Ochiba Shigure is fast becoming very popular. Ochiba Shigure which means leaves on water is a Chagoi variety with tea-colored patterns on a gray body. A good fish will have darker brown red patches that are separate from the gray body color. This friendly fish grows quickly and is a good school leader. Lastly is a class of single-colored koi with an all-over metallic luster. The Hikarimuji or shining classification includes Ogon and metallic Matsuba. The first true Ogon originated in 1946 after 25 years and four or five generations Glossary of Koi Terms Ai Goromo--White with red Kohaku pattern. Red scales reticulated in black dark blue Asagi--Bluish-black coloring with a reticulated scale pattern Hon Sumi--Solid Sanke-type black markings Kiwa--Border of red and white at rear edge of hi patterns Gin Rin--Koi with reflective silver scales Hajiro--Black Koi with a white nose and white-tipped fins Aka Hajiro--Red Koi with white-tipped fins Soragoi--A plain blue-gray koi Sumi--Black Enuy--Purplish Koi with red markings Kage--Shadowy black reticulated marking over white Kin--Gold Ginbo--Dark Koi with a silver sheen Orenji--Orange By Lisa Burns Backyard Getaway C hoosing only three varieties for the last article in our series on Koi proved to be a bit difficult. After all there are hundreds from which to choose. Here however are three fascinating classes that include many subvarieties. Koromo Lisa Burns co-owner of Backyard Getaway in Myakka City of cross breeding. New pond owners are drawn to Ogon because they grow quite large and are easy to see in the pond. Ogon can be white yellow or orange. Like many other classes there are several Koromo which means robed in Japanese is a group of fish that originated in the early 1950s from a cross breeding of male Kohaku and female Asagi. A good Koromo starts with the KUMONRYU same basics as the Kohaku with snowwhite skin and deep-red hi. It is important that the black color does not bleed into the white areas. The Koromo class is made up of several varieties including the Sumi Goromo Budo Goromo Budo Sanke Koromo Sanke Koromo Showa Doitsu Ai Goromo and Goshiki. The Goshiki is one of the most diverse in the group. Goshiki are said to be a five-color Koi with red black white light blue and dark blue. It is sometimes difficult to pick out all five colors especially when the blue and black overlap forming purple tones. To add to the confusion a Gin-Rin Goshiki with its reflective scales mirroring the skin color beneath may appear gold silver or blue gray in color. OGON varieties of Ogon including Kin Gin-Rin Ogon Doitsu Ogon and Matsuba Ogon. The Ogon has played an important role in the development of other metallic koi varieties. It s interesting to note that the colors and patterns on koi may change and continue to develop until they are at least three years old. When purchasing Koi for your pond it s critical to remember that recognizing a healthy well-shaped Koi--free of disease and parasites--is far more important than knowing the names of all the varieties. Backyard Getaway is a family owned and operated pond service and retail pond and water garden supply business offering professional and personalized water garden & pond design installation & pond maintenance services. Open by appointment only Backyard Getaway is located at 2807 S. Duette Road in Myakka City. For more information or an appointment call 941-752-POND (7663) or visit www.backyardgetaway.net. 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Can you help --Cindy Well Cindy I just recently reviewed a report from the Poison Control Center about poisons in your kitchen and what you have asked is rapidly becoming one the most called-about toxins that pets consume. You see the problem is not the dough but what it is transformed into after ingestion...alcohol Yes that s right--alcohol intoxication is becoming a large problem in the pet community and the reason is not only unbaked bread and cookie dough but also hand sanitizers not beer and gin. The yeast cultivates the ingredients forming an alcohol metabolite and then intoxication begins. Lethargy instability low blood sugar and seizures can result. The inebriation experienced by pets even can progress to respiratory failure and death Equally as fatal is the potential for bloat obstruction and the lethal gastric torsion. Q A Dr. Reinart my small dog continues to chew everything in sight. Besides the fact that he is ruining my house I am concerned he will kill himself. What can I do --Karen Yes Karen your fears are well founded. I recently lost two cases in which the pets had ingested household items that could be classified as foreign bodies. In the first case a dog got into the trash and ate bones from meat that had been thrown away after dinner. In the second case a cat that had a hair ball in its stomach developed further complications by a small bumper that fell off the bottom of a laptop computer. Both cases caused an obstruction at the junction between the small bowel and the ceacum. This ileal ceacal junction is the most common area for an obstruction because the dimensions of the bowel at the junction decrease so dramatically. Everything and anything your pet consumes is at risk of causing an obstruction that can be deadly. Dr. Michael Reinhart Jacaranda Animal Hospital Symptoms that your pet may be suffering an obstruction can include loss of appetite and vomiting anything that is eaten. When an obstruction is diagnosed surgery is usually indicated. Clothing tinsel balls bones and even Christmas lights are among the household items I have had to retrieve surgically from both dogs and cats. So lock your hamper and your trash can. Boredom is usually a driving force for the need to chew so toys raw hide sticks antlers and any safe chewing distraction may help decrease your troubles. Dr. Michael Reinhart is the owner of Jacaranda Animal Hospital located at 725 Shamrock Boulevard in Venice. For more information or to schedule an appointment call 941-497-1676 or visit www.JacarandaAnimalHospital.com. Pet-related questions for Dr. Reinhart can be sent to Ask the Vet Jacaranda Animal Hospital 725 Shamrock Boulevard Venice FL 34293. Or send your questions via e-mail to doc jacarandaanimalhospital.com. 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Using obedience skills and tricks Canine Musical Freestyle showcases teamwork that is entertaining to watch and equally enjoyable for the dog and handler. What may be surprising to most people is the fact that no formal dancing skills are required. The choreography of the movement of the dog with specially selected music gives the illusion that the dog is dancing. It is the innovative interactions between the dog and handler that demonstrate teamwork and bonding. Anyone can participate in Canine Musical Freestyle regardless of age or physical condition. You can participate in Freestyle to get that all-important exercise that s fun for both you and your dog. It also is a creative way of expressing the character of your dog and highlighting the relationship you share. Then Let s Dance Dance Dance After selecting music you enjoy design a routine to fit you and your dog s own style and ability. Basic skills such as sit down come and walking on a loose leash are all you need to begin. Freestyle routines are designed to emphasize a dog s intelligence physical skills beauty and fun-loving spirit. Regular involvement in Canine Musical Freestyle can lead to demonstrations at schools and nursing homes participation in fund-raisers and public education events and the challenge of Freestyle competitions. Or participation can just be a fun way to keep your dog physically and mentally active. Love Dogs Enjoy Music Getting Started C Suzette Wood Canine Musical Freestyle Instructor Sarasota Obedience Training Club with Hattie Enrolling in a Class or Workshop Sarasota Obedience Training Club (SOTC) offers several ways to become involved in Freestyle. The workshops are a great way to get a sampling of all the varied aspects of the sport. Some of the topics covered include how to select music to showcase your dog how to prepare a demo how to choreograph a routine for small spaces and ideas for innovative and entertaining tricks to teach your dog. SOTC also offers Freestyle classes that that provide more intensive training tech- niques as well as tips on how to use props for teaching dogs unique tricks. Students also learn how to choreograph a finished routine to music that is ready to perform in demonstrations or competitions. SOTC sponsors Freestyle competitions annually through the World Canine Freestyle Organization. There are two styles of Freestyle titling divisions that offer certificates of achievement. The Heelwork-toMusic division demonstrates the precision of the dog s moves performed close to the handler without the use of jumping Lori & Buddy 34 Kelsey & Bailey Barb Naomi Suzie & Bashi February March 2013 Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet and or passing between the handler s legs. The higher levels of competition show more accuracy and innovative moves. The Musical Freestyle division demonstrates the use of unique moves by the dog and handler in their interpretation of the music. The higher levels of competition in this division demonstrate more accuracy and innovative moves. Within both divisions there are many classes from which to choose to obtain certificates of achievement. The regular classes have five levels of difficulty. The following classes offer all five levels with lower requirements for achievement certificates Junior--A class for anyone under 19 years of age Sassy Senior--A class for dogs 9 years or older and or handlers 65 years or older Handi Dandi--A class for dogs and or handlers with a physical challenge Team--A class for 3 or more dog-and-handler couples Pairs--A class for 2 handlers each with one dog Brace--A class for 2 dogs with one handler To discover the fun you and your dog can have with Freestyle plan to attend Florida Canine Follies the 2013 Canine Musical Freestyle Competition hosted by SOTC that will be held on Saturday March 16 and Sunday March 17 at the SOTC training center located on CR 675 1 4 mile north of the intersection of CR 675 and SR 70 and just 10 miles east of I-75. For more information about the workshops and classes offered at SOTC visit SOTC online at www.sotcdogtraining.com. 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Woofgang Bakery & Grooming 8278 Bee Ridge Road (in the Publix Plaza) Sarasota FL 34241 Mark & Deb Austin Proprietors 941.377.WOOF beeridge WoofGangBakery.com www.WoofGangBakery.com Like us on Facebook Facebook.com WoofGangBakeryBeeRidge Store Hours Monday Through Saturday 9 00 a.m. to 7 00 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. to 3 00 p.m. Grooming Hours Monday Through Saturday 9 00 a.m. to 5 00 p.m. Please Call for an Appointment 35 Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet www.SarasotaPet.com By Special Contributor Barbara Bounds Belspur Oaks Pet Crematory ...Weighing the Options Cremation vs. Burial... As the owners of Belspur Oaks Pet Crematory one of the most frequently asked questions we hear is What are my options regarding cremation or burial once my pet has passed It is from this often-repeated question that we find it paramount to educate pet owners about the choices available when it is time to prepare for the final disposition of their pets. Although not exactly a pleasant topic for discussion pet owners should briefly think about the day when their pets will no longer be with them. This can be prompted by their own pet s gradual aging process or perhaps an acquaintance neighbor or family member has just lost his or her pet. Unless one has experienced the loss of a pet he or she may not be aware of the options available. When planning ahead there are actually three options from which to choose communal cremation private cremation and burial. Deciding what s best for you should be done strictly on an individual basis and not based on what someone else thinks is best for you. This is important because the loss of a cherished and beloved pet is one of the most heartbreaking events animal lovers may experience in their lifetimes. In some instances pet loss may be more emotional than losing a human companion or friend. Choosing what brings peace and comfort matters most and as a pet owner you should never be concerned that what you choose for the final disposition of your pet may or may not be one of the standard or more conventional ways. Barbara Bounds Belspur Oaks Pet Crematory Exploring the Options Generally speaking a communal cremation is the cremation of multiple pets at one time. When the cremation process is complete all the cremains (cremated remains) of the pets are gathered by Belspur Oaks and buried on private property. Consequently there are no cremains given back to the pet owner. Private cremation is the individual cremation of the pet with the cremated remains ultimately returned to the pet owner. During this process only one pet is cremated at a time and there is absolutely no co-mingling of cremains with those of other animals at any time during the cremation. How can a pet owner be assured that they only are receiving the cremains of his or her pet back Belspur Oaks uses a three-step identification process that begins from the pet s transfer from either the veterinary clinic or the pet owner s home. This identification process which guarantees that the privately cremated remains belong to an individual pet owner. stays with the animal the entire journey--from its origin to its destination back into the hands of the pet owner. Typically with a private cremation the pet owner can expect Belspur Oaks to place the cremains in a sealed plastic bag which in turn is placed in a hand- carved wooden urn. Also included is a copy of the poem titled The Rainbow Bridge a cremation certificate and a grief brochure to help pet owners deal with the loss of a pet. All of these items are then returned to the pet owner in a velvet memorial bag. The advantage of having your pet privately cremated is that you will forever have the cremains of your pet with you. We live in a transient society. With this in mind if you should no longer live at your current place of residence you can take your pet s remains with you. Without going into too much detail a private cremation eliminates a lot of what if questions the pet owner would endure down the road. The other benefit to having your pet s cremains with you is that you can decide at a later date whether or not you would like to have them buried with you or someplace else. The cremains also could be scattered divided among family members in separate urns or placed in a piece of keepsake jewelry. Of all the options available a private cremation usually is the best option for most pet owners. Lastly one can consider burial. Choosing burial however has very few advantages. Locally the county frowns upon the burial of a pet in one s backyard. The concern usually emanates from disease control and whether the burial will take place in an area that will not be disturbed at a later date by either human or animal. An example of this would be property that is later sold and residential or commercial rebuilding takes place which could pos- 36 February March 2013 Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet sibly disturb the final resting place of the pet. The pet cemetery business is not immune from land resale either. We personally witnessed this during the building boom in 2000 when several pet cemetery businesses in Florida sold their land to developers and then contacted pet owners to come and retrieve the buried remains of the pet(s). Therefore we strongly urge pet owners to ponder this option carefully. Some families have acreage on which they can choose to bury their pets. In this type of situation the land is vast in size has been family owned for many years and consequently is considered safe and free from any disturbance in the foreseeable future. For quite a few of our pet owners this has been the choice for their pets final resting places. Due to the tough economic times we have experienced during the last several years Belspur Oaks understands that for some choosing the final disposition of one s pet can be difficult especially when facing financial constraints. We will not judge any pet owner for the option he or she chooses for his or her pet s remains. However we strongly recommend that the pet owner consider how a few dollars spent wisely in the end can prevent them from experiencing a future event that may reopen the feelings of grief and loss of their cherished and beloved pet. For 24 years Belspur Oaks Pet Crematory has been serving the veterinary and animal community on Florida s Gulf Coast by providing dignified after-care services that include pet cremations grief resources and personalized pet products. Belspur Oaks Pet Crematory is moving to a new larger facility in late winter or early spring. The new building is located at 2122 Whitfield Park Avenue in Sarasota. For more information please call 941-751-5044 or visit www.belspuroaks.com. 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I will be waiting for my signed copy... hmm...Uggie..a book signing in Sarasota... hint hint I think there actually may be a chapter on me While we are in the month of February let s not forget it is not only the month of love and treats but it also is about loving your teeth You see February also is National Pet Dental Month If we all knew how important it is to care for our teeth we would be booking our dental appointments now...Yikes...our teeth affect our whole bodies I just found out about a great opportunity for dental care for your pet at The Doggy Diva Voted 1 Pet Radio Show in Sarasota Pet s Choice Awards Three Years in a Row Diva Delights from Sophia the Doggy Diva Day dream come true...Happy Valentine s Day Divas But I will let you in on a big secret (don t tell my Valentines... hmmmm)...My heart secretly belongs to Uggie...the star of The Artist last year s Oscar winner...I always had a thing for Jacaranda Animal Hospital in Venice. It starts this February and runs through St. PETtricks Day on Saturday March 16. Please visit www.jacarandaanimalhospital. com to find out more about this great offer and plan on attending Jacaranda Animal Hospital s Open House & Pet Fair You can get your teeth cleaned dress up in a costume for St. PETricks Day and win a trophy for Best in Show in the costume contest hosted by me Sophia the Doggy Diva A Diva dream--shiny teeth and a shiny costume...YEY Speaking of a Diva dream...I just had one come true Due to a recent family emergency my sisters and I paid it forward --as only Super Divas can do-- to help our Mom get well. We surprised everyone....including ourselves...at how good we can be and really help our Dad out when we are needed. Mom and Dad appreciated our being their good little helpers (Please don t let that get around --I have a Diva reputation to uphold ). During this time we also were so very appreciative of the goodness and kind acts of others. Some of you may not even have realized how a simple act of kindness was so appreciated so to all of you a great big Diva THANK YOU Rest assured--your kindness will be paid forward by me Sophia the Doggy Diva The following saying is so true my fellow Divas-- What goes around comes around In a good way of course So perfect for this Valentine s Day...a Valentine Diva miracle for our family A special Valentine shout out to Dr. Eslinger from Braden River Animal Hospital you ll find the veterinary clinic online at www.bradenriveranimalhospital. com You always watch over me so closely to help take such good care of me and my big Diva heart Thank you Dr. Laura--you are truly the best Diva doctor of them all We can all pay it forward in my favorite way--by adopting a pet from the Rescue Me section that begins on page 46. You also can volunteer or make a donation to your favorite shelter or rescue. The acts of kindness we all show to one another can be shared with our furry friends and you will not only be providing them with forever homes but you also will be giving yourself a gift of unconditional love...the love you can t put a price on...the love that lasts a lifetime--now that s a REAL Valentine I have to go now Divas...I am off to my next event...soooo many events coming up...please check the Calender of Events on page 56 and hopefully I will meet up with you at a Diva-licious event soon Happy Valentine s Day Love and Kisses Sophia Above left Sophia wears a Diva delightful embroidered bandana by Ramona Loves Dogs. Photo by Connie Summers 38 February March 2013 Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet www.SarasotaPet.com 39 Taking the Pet Food Industry by Storm By Candace T. Botha publisher often has been said that some of the world s most innovative ideas and inventions historically have been inspired during periods of economic upheaval. How often have we heard the clich When the going gets tough the tough get going Or perhaps the late Walt Disney said it best You may not realize it when it happens but a kick in the teeth may be the best thing in the world for you. Mary Lynne Bianchi and John Fellows of Cape Coral Florida will attest to the fact that life-changing triumphs can happen even when the highway to success suddenly becomes littered with bumper-to-bumper roadblocks. As the founders of Petmopolitan Pet Food a flourishing line of all-natural all-fresh and all human-grade pet food and treats for dogs and cats John and Mary Lynne--like many business executives in the country--were caught off-guard when the job market began to crumble several years ago. Blessed with both drive and It ambition however they pooled their talents and resources to create their own signature blends of hand-crafted pet foods that are chemical free nutrient rich unrivaled in quality and made only with the freshest ingredients. In lieu of setting up a storefront Mary Lynne and John have chosen instead to meet and greet customers and their pets Saturday mornings at their own booth at the Sarasota Farmers Market in downtown Sarasota. It takes more than just passion and commitment to leave home at 4 00 a.m. to travel 60-plus miles every Saturday morning. It takes a true entrepreneurial spirit and a clear vision for the future. Hailing from New Hampshire John always has been an entrepreneur at heart. A self-confessed risk taker he spearheaded the start up of nine businesses--including an advertising agency and an event-management company--before partnering with Mary Lynne to launch Petmopolitan Pet Food. John also is an outdoor adventurer. His resume includes an impressive tenure as a Federal Aviation Administration Certified Flight Instructor with more than 3 500 flight hours to his credit. He also has cycled across the continental United States to raise thousands of dollars in a fund-raising effort for the Multiple Sclerosis Society and he holds the record as the first person to ascend to the summits of New England s 100 highest mountain peaks in just two winter seasons. Originally from Illinois Mary Lynne s background and career expertise includes 14-plus years of employment in both managerial and director-level positions in customs compliance and international trade for the global import export industry. When an opportunity to relocate to the Gulf Coast opened up in 1999 Mary Lynne made the move to Florida and worked full time as the traffic purchasing and compliance manager for Chico s FAS Inc. At the same time she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Legal Studies graduating Cum Laude from Hodges University in Naples Florida. Mary Lynne it seems always has had entrepreneurial aspirations of her own. She parlayed an idea she had when studying law into iPad and iPhone applications. When I was working on my law degree I created a set of flash cards to help memorize legal terminology Mary Lynne says. Many of my fellow students asked me for sets of their own. At left Mary Lynne Bianchi and John Fellows founders of Petmopolitan Pet Food with Merry Sunshine the company s vice president of Puplick Relations and Sarasota Pet and Manatee Pet s cover girl Photo by Connie Summers 40 February March 2013 Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet With the help of a start-up developer in the Netherlands The Language of Law is now an app for the iPad iPhone and Android. Mary Lynne adds. It makes learning legal terms enjoyable--all categorized by types of law and levels of expertise. Free trial apps are at the App Store Google Play and Amazon.com or check out www.thelanguageoflaw.com. It s no surprise that new ideas would ignite when these two independent and successful entrepreneurs met six years ago in Ft. Meyers. At the time we both had great careers and wonderful opportunities Mary Lynne recalls. In 2010 however the first roadblock appeared when Mary Lynne was unexpectedly laid off from a law firm. At the time John was helping affluent customers acquire personal aircraft which soon proved to be another industry that came to a near standstill due to the tumultuous economy. Like so many other people in their position Mary Lynne and John were forced to reinvent themselves and start anew. If someone had told me five years ago when I was selling aircraft that manufacturing pet food was in my future I would have laughed out loud John says with a smile. But as is often the case when someone has no choice but to begin again the couple discovered a new passion. And for Mary Lynne and John it was right in their own kitchen. In addition to his entrepreneurial successes and experience in the cockpit John is an avid personal chef who loves to cook. He first began experimenting with hand-crafted foods when Mary Lynne s beloved feline Elvis the Cat began having difficulty eating in his senior years. As Elvis became older he could no longer crunch on dry food because of problems with his teeth Mary Lynne remembers. We tried commercial canned food but he simply refused to eat. Our veterinarian suggested that we give Elvis mashed cooked chicken livers Mary Lynne adds and he gobbled them up During the last 30 months of Elvis s life he held the coveted role of primary taste tester for Petmopolitan Pet Food and gladly sampled many flavor variations of the new company s home made and highly nutritious foods. John is very creative in the kitchen Mary Lynne says. He is always trying to blend interesting flavors together. What clearly sets Petmopolitan Pet Food apart from commercial foods is its wholesome and healthy ingredients. We use only the freshest ingredients including organ and muscle meats whole eggs whole grains bone meal and essential green orange red blue and white fruits and vegetables John says. Blueberries. Sweet potatoes. Cranberries. Chicken. Beef. Lamb. Salmon. Pine Island Mullet. Bacon. Sardines. Gator. Brown Rice. If it s fresh nutritious and flavorful you ll find these good-foryou human-grade ingredients in Petmopolitan Pet Food. Equally important is what Petmopolitan Pet Food products do not contain. They are completely free of additives preservatives Continued on Page 42 At right from top to bottom Petmopolitan Pet Food s moist food for dogs and cats is first pasteurized then frozen to preserve freshness Petmopolitan Pet Food s dry kibble is available in both gluten-free and grain-free varieties During season Petmopolitan Pet Food sells Pet Grass which is a nutritious and chemical-free treat for dogs and cats that keeps pH levels in balance Petmopolitan Pet Food has a weekly presence on the south end of Lemon Avenue at the Sarasota Farmers Market. Photos by Connie Summers Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet www.SarasotaPet.com 41 Continued from Page 41 colorings or flavor and aroma enhancers nor do they contain sugar synthetic chemicals emulsifiers stabilizers or ash. And there s no wheat corn or soy in the food either. The moist food is pasteurized before it is placed in containers and frozen immediately. The pasteurization process is a natural food preservative just like milk John says. Available in 10 standard blends and numerous specialty boutique blends Petmopolitan Pet Food s moist foods are exclusively made from U.S. ingredients many locally grown. We work closely with local ranchers farmers and produce vendors in order to ensure our food includes the freshest and highest quality ingredients Mary Lynne says. With the exception of the Gator meat that we bring in from Louisiana nearly all of our ingredients are farmed locally. We also use organic ingredients including rolled oats and brown rice whenever possible she adds. In our grain-free blends we use organic winter squash yams and pumpkin. Even the beef used in Petmopolitan Pet Food s products is home grown. And in keeping with its mission to provide only the highest quality ingredients all of the Central Florida beef is free range grass fed and hormone free. And the poultry used in Petmopolitan Pet Food is ABF--antibiotic free. Of course because the products are fresh they must be refrigerated but they also are freezer friendly for longer storage. Available in 8- 16- and 32-ounce containers Petmopolitan Pet Food s moist dog and cat foods can be stored unopened in the refrigerator for three weeks and in the freezer for a year. Once opened the food can be refrigerated for about a week. What s more each of Petmopolitan Pet Food s product labels display the manufacturing date so customers know just how fresh their pets food is. John who goes by the moniker Pet Chef Johnny Sunshine also has created food blends for dogs with special nutritional requirements and offers how-to classes to make your own. Some of our customers have animals with unique nutritional needs so John works with the owner and the pet s veterinarian to develop a food specifically for that pet Mary Lynne comments. Petmopolitan Pet Food also has its own line of dry kibble for dogs and cats that is specially made for the company. Available in four varieties--Chicken & Rice and Lamb & Rice which are both gluten free and Salmon & Sweet Potato and Turkey & Sweet Potato which are gluten and grain free. The kibble is sold in bags ranging in size from 1 to 40 pounds. An 8-ounce sample size also is available to introduce pets to the kibble before making a larger purchase. The kibble is rich in antioxidants which Mary Lynne says acts as a natural preservative. In addition to its moist food and kibble Petmopolitan Pet Food also offers an assortment of fresh chemical-free pet treats including a whole line of hormone-free beef bones. Our beef bones are from the same vendor that supplies the beef for our foods John says. When dogs eat the marrow from the bone s center they are getting essential nutrients their bodies require without any of the potentially toxic hormones that are found in regular beef. Of special interest are Petmopolitan Pet Food s Prime 1 Brown antlers. Naturally shed and hand gathered from moose deer and elk in Wyoming and Colorado the antlers provide essential trace minerals pets need while offering dogs a longlasting and delicious chew. Petmopolitan Pet Food also carries chemical-free Pet Grass which is a healthy blend of nutrient-rich wheat grass oat and flax. Many people aren t aware that our pets need grass as part of a healthy diet Mary Lynne says. It helps balance the body s pH levels which is especially important for cats that often tend to have unhealthy acidic pH levels that lead to the development of urinary tract crystals that cause blockages and infections. Good nutrition plays such a critical role in a companion animal s health Mary Lynne adds. I always encourage pet owners to read the labels on the foods they are giving their pets. They have to become label savvy and know what ingredients are in the food to make an informed decision. If you don t know what an ingredient is look it up. People often tell me they cannot afford to buy high-quality food for their pets Mary Lynne continues. I respond by saying If you genuinely care about your pets how can you NOT afford to feed them quality food High quality is not necessarily synonymous with high prices Mary Lynne says. It s a matter of reading and understanding the list of ingredients on the product you purchase. For dogs and cats who have transitioned to Petmopolitan Pet Food there are visible differences that pet owners will notice. First their eyes become very clear their coats are healthier and both dogs and cats will have more energy once the chemicals in processed foods have been eliminated from their diet John says. Mary Lynne and John s own dog Merry Sunshine who is the February March 2013 Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet 42 adorable Golden Retriever pup featured on the cover of this issue of Sarasota Pet and Manatee Pet is a testament to the difference a wholesome nutritious and chemical-free diet can make. Her eyes are bright and clear her coat is healthy and full and she has boundless energy. As the vice president of Puplick Relations for Petmopolitan Pet Food Merry Sunshine who celebrated her second birthday on Christmas Day has been with Mary Lynne and John since she was just four months old. I sent John to Lowe s with a honey-do list Mary Lynne recalls. When he got to the store there was a person in the parking lot with Golden Retriever puppies. John spotted Merry Sunshine who was platinum white in color at that age and he instantly fell in love. A four-month-old puppy definitely was not on my shopping list Mary Lynne adds with a laugh. Merry Sunshine accompanies Mary Lynne and John to the Sarasota Farmers Market every Saturday greeting customers who stop by Petmopolitan Pet Food s booth which is located on the south end of Lemon Avenue. Besides Petmopolitan Pet Food s weekly presence at the farmers market the company has a fully functional e-commerce site for the convenience of its customers. The Web site-- www.PetmopolitanPetFood.com--has quickly attracted a flourishing nationwide clientele. Some of our customers visit Florida in season and their pets really enjoy our foods Mary Lynne says. We are happy to either ship orders out of state or deliver food locally. Petmopolitan Pet Food celebrated its second anniversary in business in October 2012. Success has been undeniably steady but Mary Lynne and John are ready and eager to take the company to the next level. For Mary Lynne that includes earning her certification as a Clinical Pet Nutritionist upon completion of an intensive 500hour course that provides professional training in feline canine and equine nutrition and health. In the near future Mary Lynne and John s vision is to broaden Petmopolitan Pet Food s reach and gain greater exposure for their foods by expanding to new markets and offering their products through local and regional stores veterinary practices and animal rescue groups. We want to develop relationships with shop owners and veterinarians that recognize and understand the value of nutrition John says. To that end Mary Lynne and John are now working with Organix and The Real Juice Bar to showcase their foods at The Open Studio a co-op located at 380 Old Englewood Road in Englewood. Here customers can bring their own containers or purchase them on site and buy Petmopolitan Pet Food s kibble in bulk. The company s moist food and antlers also are available at the co-op. Another vision Mary Lynne and John share is to expand their company s offerings which also is coming to fruition with the recent launch of Petmopolitan Pet Care Products. The company s newest division already has two products in development a Photo opposite page Petmopolitan Pet Food has developed a loyal following at the Sarasota Farmers Market. Photo top right Petmopolitan Pet Food Prime 1 antlers are naturally shed and hand gathered from moose deer and elk in Wyoming and Colorado. Photos by Connie Summers Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet www.SarasotaPet.com chemical-free line of cat litter and an organic pet-friendly plant fertilizer that can be used to safely treat indoor houseplants outdoor plants and lawns. The company s ultimate long-term goal is to set up a regional manufacturing facility to increase its output capabilities without compromising product quality. It is after all quality and customer service that matter most Mary Lynne says. For every customer s peace of mind Petmopolitan Pet Food always has offered a 100 percent Product Satisfaction Guarantee with each and every food or treat it sells. If for any reason customers--or their pets-- are not satisfied with their purchases Petmopolitan Pet Food offers a full refund or an exchange for another product. We stand behind our products Mary Lynne says we have that much confidence in its quality. In fact we compete on quality not price John adds. We just don t cut any corners. There are plenty of cheaper products but it s difficult--perhaps even impossible--to find a higher quality product. Simply put John says Petmopolitan Pet Food and Petmopolitan Pet Care Products stand for superior quality. Period. Visit Petmopolitan Pet Food s booth every Saturday at the south end of the Sarasota Farmers Market in Downtown Sarasota. For additional information contact Petmopolitan Pet Food by calling 239-689-4988 or visit www.PetmopolitanPetFood.com. 43 events upcoming began with the rescue of one feral cat and led to saving the lives of thousands. In September 2003 due to the neglect and abandonment of 262 cats residing at a former shelter in Sarasota five concerned citizens stepped up to rescue the felines in distress. Their original mission was to provide a safe haven for the cats and to give a voice to those that had none. Relocation of the cats was an amazing display of local unity and cooperation and Cat Depot was founded. It was about opening your heart says Ken Slavin Cat Depot s cofounder. From that initial effort Cat Depot has since flourished into a state-of-the-art rescue adoption education and resource center that has become a prototype for feline-only adoption centers throughout the country. To commemorate its 10th anniversary Cat Depot is hosting an event that promises to be one of the memorable It highlights of Sarasota s social season The Forget Me Not Gala will be held Saturday February 9 at Laurel Oak Country Club located at 2700 Gary Player Boulevard in Sarasota from 6 30 to 10 30 p.m. The Presenting Sponsor for the gala is Warren Loranger. Gold sponsors include Bea Friedman Ilene Friedman and Greg Gregory Jack and Thelma Urfer Centec Equipment and Land Rover Southpointe. The Silver Sponsor is Rose Durham. Deborah Vaughan vice president and banking center manager of Gateway Bank is chairing the gala while Ken and Linda Slavin Cat Depot s cofounders are serving as honorary chairs. While the anniversary celebration will include an open bar and a fabulous buffet the planning committee also has pulled out all the stops to arrange for exceptional entertainment throughout the evening. From the moment guests arrive they will have an opportunity to meet some of the adorable cats and kittens in Cat Depot s care who will be at the event accompanied by the adoption team s handlers. Music will be provided by Tommy John Kirsch DVM Coastal Veterinary Surgical Specialists Inc. Honored Veterinarians Gordana Alimpic DVM VCA Animal Hospital Reagan McDonald DVM Dr. Nina DVM Dr. Nina s Animal Hospital Gary Berkowitz DVM Terah Browning Veterinary Associates of Jacaranda West Coast Veterinary Center Howard L. Rand DVM West Coast Veterinary Center Ranch Animal Hospital Anne Elisabeth Chauvet DVM Gilberto Corona DVM Gary L. Reinhardt DVM Veterinary Center of Sarasota Critical Care & Veterinary Specialists of Sarasota Parkway Animal Hospital & Laser Surgery Center M-A Salisbury DVM Animal Eye Care Anita S. Holt DVM Anne Hyle DVM Ultra Mobile Dave Smith DVM All Pets Clinic Vets to YOU Pampered Health Pet Center Sarasota Animal Medical Center Sarasota Veterinary Center Mauricio Vargas DVM Erik Walker DVM Heidi Ward DVM Gulfcoast Veterinary Oncology Internal Medicine A. John Izad DVM Andrew G. King DVM Cat Hospital of Sarasota Sarah K. Kirk DVM 44 Sherry A Zenor DVM Angel Cats Veterinary Housecalls for Cats UF VETS Emergency Team FLSARC CDERT DiSarro and Full Swing Productions. DiSarro who has frequently performed at Cat Depot s events and fund-raisers also will serve as the DJ for the evening. Vocal entertainment will be provided by 15-year-old singing prodigy Maria Wirries who studies at the Manatee School for the Arts. A local superstar who was dubbed a remarkably mature gifted young soprano by the Sarasota Herald-Tribune when she was just 12 years old Maria has performed at a variety of venues both locally and internationally. Her credits including singing with the Sarasota Orchestra and starring as the guest soloist with Gloria Musicae at the Historic Asolo Theater. Taking the spotlight as the gala s featured entertainer is Tim Wilkins a standup comedian speaker writer and TV and radio personality. A 20-year veteran of the stage screen and airwaves Tim has performed in legendary venues throughout the world from Radio City Music Hall in New York City and chow halls in Afghanistan to college campuses casinos and cruise ships. Early in his career Tim was the opening act for Earth Wind and Fire which led to opening for some of music s most celebrated and legendary stars including Diana Ross Julio Iglesias Aretha Franklin Paul Anka Hall & Oates The Righteous Brothers Patti LaBelle Bob Newhart Olivia Newton-John Bob Newhart and countless others. February March 2013 Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet Tim s extensive career in the entertainment industry also includes co-hosting Studio 10 a live morning talk show on CBS in Tampa. Now the face of MOR TV in Tampa Tim also has appeared on a range of television shows and networks including HBO Fox Sports ESPN2 Nickelodeon WE Network and TLC. In addition to wowing attendees with his side-splitting comedic routine Tim also will serve as the gala s auctioneer. As is customary at Cat Depot s fundraisers there will be auctions a-plenty at the Forget-Me-Not Gala. The community has been very generous in providing auction and raffle items. Cat Depot extends a huge thank you to our community and some of the finest businesses and locations who have donated more than 30 000 in live and silent auction items and raffle prizes says Lynn Rasys Cat Depot s director of communications. Among the items included in the auctions will be blue topaz earrings and a pendant a painting by Jean ClaudePicot a family fun package in Orlando a one-week stay anywhere in the world two round-trip Jet Blue airline tickets a tropical excursion to Key West a getaway in Miami Beach a romantic weekend at the Ritz Carlton in Sarasota one year of massages and a one-year YMCA family membership. While the evening s focus is on fundraising the gala also will include some very special surprises to celebrate Cat Depot s 10 years of community service. The 10-year anniversary is an amazing milestone for Cat Depot Lynn comments. And we are looking forward to 10 more successful years. This year it s all about cats she continues. Our goal now and always has been helping cats and kittens put their street lives behind them. Every penny raised at the Forget Me Not Gala directly benefits the cats and kittens in Cat Depot s care. One hundred percent of auction and raffle proceeds from the gala will pay for the medical expenses food and care for the cats Lynn says. Like all nonprofit organizations in our area the staff at Cat Depot must work hard throughout the year to raise funds to pay the ever-increasing costs of caring for our community s homeless abandoned or injured cats and kittens. All money Cat Depot receives comes exclusively from grants donations and fund-raisers. We are truly grateful to those who continue to open their hearts and support us with their time and donations Lynn says. Cat Depot also relies on the generous contributions of time and services provided by area veterinarians who are called upon to help meet the medical needs of the adoption center s residents. In 2012 21 veterinarians and veterinary specialists worked closely with Cat Depot to nurture cats and kittens back to health and prepare them for adoption. In gratitude Cat Depot will honor these respected individuals with a special presentation and commemorative awards at the gala. For a complete list of the veterinarians that will be recognized please see the sidebar on page 44. Recommended dress for the gala which is cleverly described as Guys in Ties and Girls in Pearls is cocktail attire. Tickets for the 10th anniversary gala are priced at 150 each and can be purchased by calling Cat Depot at 941-366-2404 or by visiting www.catdepot.org. As Unleash Your Inner Generosity Help Cat Depot Raise 100 000 in 36 Hours Made possible by presenting partners the Community Foundation of Sarasota County and The Patterson Foundation with sponsorship from Gulf Coast Community Foundation Manatee Community Foundation and Charlotte Community Foundation last year s 36-Hour Giving Challenge included online donations by individuals and businesses as well as pledges of 501 000 in matching dollars and bonuses by the foundations. According to tallies generated by the presenting partners and sponsoring foundations online donations came not only from throughout Southwest Florida but also from every state and 24 countries around the world including Russia Mexico Canada Spain Australia Peru and the United Kingdom. In 2012 Cat Depot was thrilled to raise 60 000 in 36 hours with the support of more than 400 donors who participated in the challenge by making an online donation. With 600 000 in matching funds and bonuses from the foundations this year Cat Depot hopes to raise 100 000 during the 2013 challenge. According to Shelley Thayer executive director of Cat Depot meeting this year s goal will be...a challenge There are 300 nonprofit organizations that are eligible to participate in the challenge this year so there will be even more competition than last year Shelley says. Cat Depot invites everyone to join the fun and participate in the challenge for as little as 25 Shelley adds. We are not just asking community residents to make a pledge but we also are seeking supporters from far and wide. So spread the word by telling your friends and family members about the challenge no matter where they live Thirty-six hours can make a difference...and you can help For additional information on how you can participate in the 36-Hour Giving Challenge to support Cat Depot visit www.catdepot.org. 45 Cat Depot celebrates its 10th anniversary community residents are asked to rally to help raise 100 000 in 36 hours when Cat Depot once again participates in the 36-Hour Giving Challenge. The online fund-raising event will be held this year from 7 00 a.m. Tuesday March 5 through 7 00 p.m. Wednesday March 6. Launched in 2012 the first-of-its-kind fund-raiser generated 2 401 601 for 109 area nonprofit organizations...in just 36 hours Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet www.SarasotaPet.com Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet are proud to feature a sponsorship program that spotlights animals available for adoption in our pet community while raising funds for local animal groups The cost to sponsor an animal is 40 an issue (that s only 20 a month ) and the animal group will receive 20 for each ad that features one of its animals If you are interested in becoming a Rescue Me sponsor please e-mail Sarasota Pet at publisher sarasotapet.com or sarasotapet aol.com. 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If it s making headlines you ll read about it here Bark Out Loud Clothes for a Cause Opens in Sarasota s Gulf Gate Community piles of clothes from her nieces the proverbial light bulb went on and Nicole discovered her answer--she would open a secondhand boutique and donate part of the proceeds to animal rescue With a vision in mind the next step was to begin collecting donated clothes to stock the shop. I contacted people in the community and went to veterinarian Clothes for a Cause located at offices and local pet businesses and shops Nicole says. I spoke to 6541 Superior Avenue in Sarasota. All photos of the secondanyone who would listen. hand boutique by Nicole Eddy Soon clothes began pouring in. People give away amazing things Nicole says. We were bestowed with so many blessings. When her inventory reached 1 500 items Nicole began searching for a location for her new shop After spending weeks painting setting up fixtures and tagging every item Clothes for a Cause officially opened at 6541 Superior Avenue in the Gulf Gate community of Sarasota on January 2. We carry very stylish clothes and offer a unique shopping experience Nicole says with unbridled enthusiasm. The shop features a low-end section--with prices as low as 3.99 for a pair of pants--and a high-end area that includes affordably priced upscale and brand name clothes with prices ranging from 7.99 to 19.99. Here you ll also find jewelry handbags belts scarves and more all with appealing price tags. Nicole is very selective about the clothes that she features in the shop. Any items with holes or stains are given to Goodwill and those with even a hint of an odor are brought home and washed before they are sold in the shop. Nicole willingly accepts donations during store hours and also will arrange pick ups of large donations in Sarasota and Manatee counties. In gratitude each donor receives a 15 percent coupon toward his or her next purchase. Always eager to do more Nicole is in the process of building an e-commerce site to sell online and establish a global presence with hopes of growing her business internationally--and helping even more homeless or abandoned animals in need. Millions of animals don t have a chance Nicole says. Their lives are filled with pain and loneliness and then they are gone. Somebody has to put an end to this she continues. I want to make a difference to leave a legacy and create a footprint starting here in my own community. If you are not doing something to make this world a better place Nicole adds you just are not living. Located at 6541 Superior Avenue in Sarasota Clothes for a Cause is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 30 a.m. to 4 30 p.m. For more information or to arrange a donation call 941-400-6410. 51 Clothes for a Cause Proprietor Nicole Eddy Meet Nicole Eddy proprietor of Clothes for a Cause a brand new shop in Gulf Gate that sells gently used clothing jewelry and accessories as well as items for pets. What makes this shop different than the scores of other second-hand stores in Sarasota County Quite simply if you are a dog or cat lover this is the place to shop--and donate clothes you no longer wear--because Nicole is donating 10 percent of every sale to support animal rescue While Nicole always has had an interest in--and a flair for-- fashion she also has had an enduring passion for animals. Born and raised in Mansfield Massachusetts Nicole attended Northeastern University in Boston majoring in communications. While in college she worked as the manager of Contempo Casuals in downtown Boston. Following graduation Nicole visited a friend in Newport Beach California. She decided to relocate and while there she met her husband Mark Eddy who owns Eddy Marine Yacht Detail in Sarasota. Nicole and Mark lived and worked in Newport Beach for 10 years before relocating to Sarasota in 2004. About four years ago while working at a pet salon Nicole found Underdog Rescue of Florida and volunteered to become a foster parent. She eventually brought six dogs home to foster--and adopted every one Working with Underdog Rescue really opened my eyes about how many animals need homes Nicole says. With her own house filled to capacity Nicole knew there had to be another way to support animal rescue. I had to find a way to give back without adopting more dogs she says. Last year after inheriting Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet www.SarasotaPet.com loud bark out Anesthesia-free dental cleanings for animals that are pre-screened and suitable candidates are being offered on Thursday March 7 Thursday April 25 and Thursday June 13 at Bear Creek Veterinary Alternatives located at 7504 South Tamiami Trail in South Trail Plaza Sarasota. Bear Creek Veterinary Alternatives is a holistic specialty practice located in Sarasota. Jaime Gonzalez DVM CVA is a holistic care expert and his approach to veterinary care combines 22 years of conventional emergency medicine and alternative modalities. If patients scheduling an appointment for a dental cleaning are new to Dr. Gonzalez s practice a brief exam is required to screen out possible physical limitations that might prohibit the cleaning. Credit toward the cleaning is given for those patients. A 50.00 dollar non-refundable deposit is required to hold the space. Dental cleanings for animals are typically a source of worry for pet owners. Many owners--especially those of older or chronically ill animals--fear the risks of having their pets go under anesthesia unless is it absolutely necessary. Using techniques similar to pediatric dentistry the certified dental technician examines the mouth to detect any problems and gently cleans and polishes the teeth. If problems are found that require an animal to have multiple extractions Dr. Gonzalez may refer out to a dental specialist. Animals with severe periodontal disease may not be good candidates. Removing bacteria-laden plaque and tartar is important for Bear Creek Veterinary Alternatives in Sarasota Offers Anesthesia-Free Dental Cleanings tooth health and the overall health of the body as infections to the lungs heart kidneys and liver can result when bacteria enter the bloodstream. Patience and a calm comfortable environment help animals to relax. The cleaning itself Pictured above Jessica who has more than usually takes about 30 10 years experience in anesthesia-free dental to 40 minutes. Extra cleaning will be scheduling appointments time is given for aniat Bear Creek Veterinary Alternatives mals whose teeth need more attention or who may have never had a cleaning and need a little more TLC. The cleanings are then followed up with home care. The technician instructs owners on how to hold the pet safely and securely and brush the teeth using a natural for animals only toothpaste. A maintenance schedule of cleaning every six months to one year is recommended. Please contact the clinic by calling 941-312-6825 for more information or to schedule an appointment. For more information about the clinic or Dr. Gonzalez please visit www.bearcreeksarasota.com. Got a Greyhound Then you won t want to miss the Greyhound Reunion Gala hosted by Fast Friends Greyhound Adoption Inc. at Sarasota Kennel Club (SKC). The annual Valentine s Day gala will be held Sunday February 10 at SKC located at 5400 Bradenton Road in Sarasota. Each year the reunion always is well attended attracting 80plus Greyhound owners and their dogs. We hold the reunion gala each year because it is an opportunity to thank the people that have adopted Greyhounds from Fast Friends and to once again see the dogs that we ve adopted together with their families comments Nancy Coffey Fast Friends founder and the reunion organizer. The afternoon gathering also is a chance for people who are interested in adopting a Greyhound to talk to other owners to discover the joys of owning these gentle dogs. Community residents that are considering adopting a Greyhound are welcome to attend the reunion gala to meet some of Fast Friends Greyhounds that are looking for forever homes. Because the party is an event to celebrate Greyhounds however attendees are asked not to bring dogs of other breeds. The afternoon festivities will begin at 1 00 p.m. with a Blessing of the Animals by Pastor Riker who will share a heartwarming message of appreciation for the love and companionship Greyhounds bring to our lives before blessing the dogs in attendance. Fast Friends Greyhound Adoption Inc. at SKC Hosts Annual Valentine s Day Reunion Gala This year all attendees are asked to bring non-perishable foods that will be collected for All Faiths Food Bank. 52 And then the celebration begins Joe Bruno s Dixieland Hot Dogs will entertain attendees with toe-tapping music throughout the afternoon as old friends and new acquaintances meet mingle and enjoy the outdoor afternoon gathering. At 1 00 p.m. a scrumptious lunch prepared by Sarasota Kennel Club s Food Services will be served. Because the event also is a fund-raiser for Fast Friends there will be raffle prizes and a 50 50 drawing. All proceeds from the reunion gala will support Fast Friends future adoptions. As in years past Susan Marie of The Doggy Diva Show will host the always-popular Be My Valentine Costume Contest. Greyhounds dressed in colorful costumes will parade among the attendees as they vie for trophies in a variety of categories. Tickets for the luncheon are priced at 8.00. Reservations are not required but would be appreciated. To reserve tickets contact Nancy Coffey by calling 941-355-7744 Ext. 1003 or 941-351-5309. February March 2013 Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet Wheels for Wags Repairing Bikes to Raise Money for Rescue By Special Contributor Mary Lou Davidson SarasotaDog.com Sarasota resident Bill Morse is putting his skills to work for needy pets. This past summer Bill opened a bicycle repair service recycling used bikes and selling them at affordable prices at the Swap Meet on Tuttle across from the VFW. Within a few short weeks it became clear that his business was going to take off. In early fall Bill was inspired to blend his budding business with his other passion--helping shelter pets--and a new channel of support was established. Pictured above Bill Morse of Sarasota owner of The Wheels Wheels for Wags. Photo by Mary Lou Davidson for Wags of Sarasota.Dog.com program is just one way I can help needy animals Bill says. My wife and are long-time animal lovers and shelter supporters. When I started my bike repair service it occurred to me that we could help by fixing up donated bikes selling them at a reasonable price and then giving the proceeds to Satchel s Last Resort Sanctuary. A certified Schwinn mechanic Bill works on all kinds of bikes and trikes. bark out loud On Saturday February 23 the brand new Patchington store in downtown Sarasota located at 1467 Main Street will be hosting a special shopping event to benefit Majical Miniatures Animal Care and Education Center. Although Patchington is new to downtown Sarasota the store which is well recognized for its designer resort wear for women has been in business for more than 40 years and has 22 locations throughout the state of Florida. When you visit Patchington at 1467 Main Street on Saturday February 23 be sure to bring in an item from Majical Miniatures wish list (You can find the wish list online at http www.majicalminiatures.org wishlist.html) and receive 10 percent off your purchase at the store Throughout the day 5 percent of all sales also will be donated to Majical Miniatures. The day of the event includes already scheduled in-store sales so even buying one item will help Majical Miniatures animals. According to Judith Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet www.SarasotaPet.com Patchington in Downtown Sarasota Hosts One-Day Shopping Event to Benefit Majical Miniatures Horn manager of Patchington s Sarasota store the company is very community oriented and she plans to host events throughout the year to benefit local animal rescues and shelters. The shopping fund-raiser on February 23 will be the first of many events in the coming year. Judith moved to Sarasota two years ago from Myrtle Beach. She always has been an animal lover and has had many pets through the years including dogs cats goats horses hamsters and birds. Since relocating to Sarasota Judith has become very active in the local animal rescue community donating her time to work as an advocate for breed-specific legislation and wildlife rescues. As a professional photographer Judith s images are featured in several Sarasota galleries. She also has donated her photographs to help raise funds for area shelters. When you visit the shop be sure to bring your dog along Patchington is pet friendly too For information about Patchington please visit www.patchington.com. To find out more about Majical Miniatures Animal Care and Education Center visit www.majicalminiatures.org. Exclusions will apply. The 10% discount cannot be combined with any other offers. 53 Bike photo 123rf.com Arina Zaiachin Puppy photo 123rf.com Nikolai Tsvetkov According to Iris Eastman executive director of Satchel s Last Resort Sanctuary Running an animal shelter in this economy is challenging on a good day. More than ever we need participation from our local residents to help with volunteering and donations. Bill Morse s idea is ingenuity in action Iris continues. He ll be using his skills to recycle and re-purpose old bikes and that helps the environment. These reconditioned bikes will be available at a price that everyone can afford --and the monies will flow through to our shelter Satchel s Last Resort. It s a win-win for the community and we are extremely grateful. What we need now are more bikes to refurbish so that we can donate additional money to the shelter Bill says. If you have a bike to donate just call Bill at 941-879-1771 and he will be there to pick it up. Once the bike is sold the proceeds will benefit Satchel s Last Resort. If you are interested in purchasing a bike give Bill a call events upcoming Bullish for Bulldogs Tuttle Animal Medical Clinic Hosts the Ninth Annual English Bulldog Parade on Saturday February 16 first- second- and third place receiving points that are awarded by an official judge. Stew Wagner a qualified and respected judge who is recognized by the AKC will officiate. Following the Puppy Match a Parade of Champions will be held to spotlight the top point earners in the competition. Bulldogs dressed in a variety of innovative--and often zany--costumes stroll across the field as they vie for prizes and certificates. In past years parade categories have included Best Smile Curliest Tail and Best Smooshed Face among others. Through the years the Kochs have seem many interesting and unusual costumes at the parade. Some of the most memorable include a bulldog dressed in a leather jacket wearing a helmet an eight-yearold girl dressed as Beauty accompanied by her bulldog who was dressed as the Beast a woman and her dog both in pirate costumes and two bulldogs in bride and groom attire It isn t a pet gathering without food and there will be plenty of refreshments There also will be an assortment of raffle prizes--many specifically geared to pet owners--that have been donated by local businesses. All proceeds from the parade and raffles will benefit bulldog rescue. According to Jo Ann Koch who is the co-organizer of the annual event the English Bulldog Parade typically draws 250 to 350 people each year. Most people that attend bring their bulldogs but not everyone participates in the event activities Jo Ann says. Instead they come out to meet other bulldog owners and enjoy a morning outdoors with their dogs. The event also provides an opportunity to find out more about this unique breed and learn what s involved in showing dogs Jo Ann continues. Often we have breeders that come out to the event and bring puppies. There are many qualified people in attendance that can answer questions about raising and owning a bulldog. Dr. Koch of course is considered a leading expert on the breed both locally and nationally. He is well respected for his expertise in diagnosing and treating the special medical needs of English Bulldogs. Registration for the Puppy Match and the costume contest will be held the morning of the event at 9 00 a.m. For additional information about the Bulldog Parade or for directions to the event please contact Tuttle Animal Medical Clinic by calling 941-955-0136 or visit www.tuttleanimalmedicalclinic.com. Photos courtesy of Tuttle Animal Medical Clinic F or the past eight years hundreds of bulldogs and their owners have gathered on a February morning in Sarasota for an event that they are proud to call their own--the Annual English Bulldog Parade. Hosted by Dr. W. Steve Koch and his wife Jo Ann of Tuttle Animal Medical Clinic the parade will be held this year on Saturday February 16 from 9 00 a.m. until noon on the grassy field in front of the veterinary clinic located in the Grand Slam Plaza at 1090 North Tuttle Avenue in Sarasota. The event which draws bulldog owners from as far east as Orlando and as far south as Naples includes a Puppy Match sanctioned by the American Kennel Club (AKC) a costume parade for English Bulldogs and their owners and a fund-raiser for bulldog rescue. Initially launched in 2005 the event is held in conjunction with the Tampa Bay Bulldog Club a local group that is an active member of the Bulldog Club of America. Sanctioned by the AKC the group supports English Bulldog breeders and is actively involved in rescue. Scheduled to begin at 10 00 a.m. the Puppy Match which is an AKC-sanctioned event is a preliminary competition for English Bulldog owners that are interested in showing their dogs. Puppy Match participants compete for 54 February March 2013 Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet L Jacaranda Animal Hospital Hosts Fifth Annual St. PETricks Day Open House & Pet Fair on Saturday March 16 throughout the day. The veterinary clinic recently introduced this innovative treatment that promotes wound healing and is being used to treat arthritis tendon and soft tissue injuries in pets more effectively. At 3 00 p.m. crowds will gather when Susan Marie of The Doggy Diva Show -- which is broadcast on WTMY AM 1280 every Saturday morning at 11 00 a.m.--will emcee the St. PETricks Day costume contest Once again trophies will be awarded to the best-dressed pets in a variety of categories so animal owners are encouraged to bring their four-legged companions in colorful and creative costumes. The St. PETricks Day Open House & Pet Fair has become a favorite St. Patrick s Day tradition not only in the Venice pet community but also throughout Sarasota County. We first celebrated St. PETricks Day five years ago because our office wanted to provide an event that the entire family would enjoy with their pets says Monica Leighton event organizer and practice manager for Jacaranda Animal Hospital. Venice is very limited on pet-friendly events and ours is made for pet owners and pet lovers. During the event we are able to find forever homes for some amazing pets raise money for a great cause celebrate St. Patrick s Day and have fun Monica adds. Admission to the event is free and proceeds from the raffle and costume contest support the C.H.I.P I.N. (Children . Helping Injured Pets In Need) Fund. This community fund was started by Shamrock Preschool and Jacaranda Animal Hospital to provide emergency care to pets of lowincome families who would not be able to otherwise afford care for their pets when faced with life-threatening illnesses or injuries. The fund also was created to teach young children the importance of helping others including animals. For more information about the St. PETricks Day Open House & Pet Fair call Jacaranda Animal Hospital at 941-497-1676 or visit www.jacarandaanimahospital.com. Photos by Monica Leighton Jacaranda Animal Hospital upcoming events ooking for a fun and festive way to celebrate St. Patty s Day with your family and four-legged friends Then you won t want to miss the St. PETricks Day Open House & Pet Fair hosted by Jacaranda Animal Hospital Now in its fifth year the annual funfilled event will be held Saturday March 16 from 1 00 to 5 00 p.m. at the veterinary practice located at 725 Shamrock Boulevard in Venice. Bring the family and plan on spending the afternoon surrounded by animal lovers There will be plenty of entertainment for the kids including Joe The Balloon Dude who will be making colorful balloon animals and flowers as well as face painting. Pet vendors also will be in attendance and there will be hot-off-the-grill food to satisfy every appetite. Music during the event will be provided by DJ Tony Accardi of Top Shelf Entertainment. Looking for a new furry family member Representatives from Safe Haven Animal Rescue of Florida and Venice Cat Coalition will be bringing puppies dogs cats and kittens available for adoption Internationally published pet photogapher Connie Summers once again will be on hand taking professional portraits of both people and pets. As in years past there will be tons of raffles including restaurant gift certificates pet supplies and the grand raffle prize--a free year s supply of pet food For the first time this year Jacaranda Animal Hospital will be offering a Vaccine Clinic from 2 00 to 4 00 p.m. on the day of the event for pets that need to update their vaccinations. Jacaranda Animal Hospital also will be providing Laser Therapy demonstrations Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet www.SarasotaPet.com 55 calendar EVERY SATURDAY EVERY TUESDAY EVERY FRIDAY 56 ONGOING EVENTS IN FEBRUARY & MARCH EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY PETCO Hosts Animal Adoptions for Nate s Honor Animal Rescue--Honor Animal Rescue will have dogs and cats available for adoption bring home a forever friend LOCATION PETCO 131 N. Cattlemen Rd. Sarasota. TIME 12 to 4 pm. For more information visit www.honoranimalrescue.org. Adoptions at Nate s Honor Animal Rescue-- See all the cats and dogs Nate s Honor Animal Rescue has available for adoption and bring home a forever friend LOCATION 4951 Lorraine Rd. Bradenton. TIME Saturday 10 am to 4 pm Sunday 12 to 4 pm. Doggy Play Days at Poochie s Pampered Pups--Enjoy an indoor play date with your pup Join the fun along with hot coffee and fresh donuts. LOCATION Poochie s Pampered Pups 7672 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota. TIME 10 am to 12 pm. COST 5 per dog which will be donated to local animal rescue groups. For details call 941-312-4969. PetSmart in Bradenton Hosts Animal Adoptions for Safe Haven Animal Rescue of Florida Inc. (SHARE)--SHARE will have puppies and dogs available for adoption come find your new forever friend LOCATION PetSmart 4425 14th St. West Bradenton. TIME 11 am to 3 pm. For details call PetSmart at 941-753-2201. Drop-In Puppy Kindergarten Classes Offered at K9 Korral--This is an introductory class for puppies under 16 weeks of age. In this class owners will learn many of the same skills that are taught in puppy preschool with more emphasis placed on manners and behaviors. Handlers can begin the class on any Tuesday and complete 6 consecutive weeks. TIME 6 pm. LOCATION K9 Korral Dog Training & Supply Center 2001 Princeton St. Sarasota. For class fees and details call 941-915-8181 or visit www.k9korralsrq.com. Safe Haven Animal Rescue of Florida Inc. and the Humane Society of Lakewood Ranch Host Adoptions at the New San Marco Plaza Farmers Market at Lakewood Ranch-- Come out to Lakewood Ranch s new Farmers Market and find a new forever friend LOCATION San Marco Plaza 8209 Natures Way Lakewood Ranch. TIME 9 am to 2 pm. tion visit www.sotcdogtraining.com or call 941-377-5984. SECOND THIRD & FOURTH FRIDAYS OF EVERY MONTH Members Practice at SOTC--SOTC s building and training fields are open for active members that wish to train on their own. LOCATION SOTC 7505 County Road 675 Manatee County FL. TIME 6 30 to 8 30. COST Active SOTC members--Free Nonactive members 3.00 Honor System. For more information visit www.sotcdogtraining.com or call 941-377-5984. Obedience 101 Classes Offered at K9 Korral--This introductory class is designed to teach obedience skills to dogs of all ages as well as graduates of puppy class. TIME 7 15 pm. LOCATION K9 Korral Dog Training & Supply Center 2001 Princeton St. Sarasota. For class fees and details call 941-915-8181 or visit www.k9korralsrq.com. SATURDAY FEBRUARY 9 & SUNDAY FEBRUARY 10 --FEBRUARY 2013 -- SATURDAY FEBRUARY 2 & SUNDAY FEBRUARY 3 AKC Agility Trial Hosted by Tampa Bay Agility Club--Area dogs will be competing for ribbons and points in this agility event. LOCATION K-9 Educational Training Center of Hillsborough (KETCH) 7709 Gardner Rd. Tampa. For starting time and details please visit www.tampabayagilityclub.org. NADAC Agility Trial Hosted by OK Agility Club--Area dogs will be competing for ribbons and points in this agility event. LOCATION 34837 Chancey Rd. Zephyrhills. For starting time and details please visit www.okagility. com. AKC Agility Trial Hosted by Marion Alachua Dog Training Association--Area dogs will be competing for ribbons and points in this agility event. LOCATION Southeastern Livestock Pavilion 2232 NE Jacksonville Rd. Ocala. For starting time and details please visit www. madta.org. SATURDAY FEBRUARY 9 Low-Cost Vaccinations Offered at Waggin Tails Grooming--Take advantage of great discounts on pet vaccinations LOCATION Waggin Tails Grooming 3688 Webber St. Sarasota. TIME 8 to 9 am. For details call 941-924-4462. Low-Cost Vaccinations Offered at K9 Korral--Take advantage of great discounts on pet vaccinations offered by petPAQ Inc. This is not a substitute for veterinarian care rather an alternative for those that are on a budget and their pets would otherwise go without vaccines. LOCATION K9 Korral 2001 Princeton St. Sarasota. TIME 3 to 4 pm. For details call K9 Korral at 941-915-8181. Pet Parade & Festival to Benefit the American Heart Association--Grab your family members and furry friends and spend the afternoon among animal lovers while helping to raise money for the American Heart Association. The festivities will include a costume contest for pets vendor exhibits prizes and raffles. TIME 10 am to 2 pm. LOCATION Edison State College 26300 Airport Rd. Punta Gorda. COST 10 parade registration fee. For details contact Jennifer Cohen by calling 941-637-5658. Cat Depot Celebrates its Tenth Anniversary at the Forget Me Not Gala Held at Laurel Oak Country Club--In commemoration of Cat Depot s decade of service in our community a very special evening event has been planned to recognize the rescue adoption education and resource center s achievements and to raise funds for the homeless abandoned and injured cats in its care. The festivities will include a sensational buffet an open bar live and silent auctions raffle treasures and comedic entertainment. Music will be provided by Tommy DiSarro and Full Swing Productions. Entertainment will include performances by singing prodigy Maria Wirries and comedian Tim Wilkins. LOCATION Laurel Oak Country Club 2700 Gary Player Blvd. Sarasota. TIME 6 30 to 10 30 pm. COST 125 per ticket if purchased before January 25 150 per ticket if purchased after January 25. For additional SATURDAY FEBRUARY 2 Sniglet s Dog Bakery Hosts Dog Adoptions-- On the first Saturday of every month Sniglet s Dog Bakery welcomes Underdog Rescue a local animal group that will have dogs available for adoption. LOCATION Sniglet s Dog Bakery 2827 University Pkwy. Sarasota. TIME 10 am to 2 pm. For details call Sniglet s Dog Bakery at 941-358-7644. Low-Cost Vaccinations at Amy s Bed Bath & Biscuit--Take advantage of great discounts on pet vaccinations LOCATION Amy s Bed Bath & Biscuit 5006 34th Ave. E. Bradenton. TIME 4 30 to 5 30 pm. For details call 941-747-4466. MONDAY FEBRUARY 4 Recall Class Offered at K9 Korral--This is an intensive class that focuses on teaching and maintaining a Really Reliable Recall. The prerequisite for this class is either Puppy Kindergarten or an Obedience Dog 1 class. Recall classes are 60 minutes and meet for 6 weekly sessions. TIME 7 15 pm. LOCATION K9 Korral Dog Training & Supply Center 2001 Princeton St. Sarasota. For class fees and details call 941-9158181 or visit www.k9korralsrq.com. FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH TUESDAY FEBRUARY 5 Run Throughs Offered at SOTC--Handlers and their dogs that compete in Novice Open and Utility can do a run through with a club member to evaluate their competition skills. LOCATION SOTC 7505 County Road 675 Manatee County. TIME 6 30 to 8 30. COST Active SOTC members--Free New members 3.00 Non-members 5.00. For more informa- Monthly Meeting of PET (Pet Entrepreneurs Together)--Open to all pet business owners PET is a group of pet professionals that meets monthly to promote support and build member businesses and the local animal community. LOCATION Perkin s Family Restaurant 5921 Fruitville Rd. Sarasota. TIME Breakfast begins at 9 30 the meeting begins at 10 00. For details call Sarasota Pet at 941-405-4468. February March 2013 Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet information or to reserve your tickets early visit www.catdepot.org or call 941-366-2404. SUNDAY FEBRUARY 10 Annual Valentine s Day Greyhound Reunion Gala Hosted by Fast Friends Greyhound Adoption Inc.--It s the Greyhound gathering of the season as Fast Friends Greyhound Adoption Inc. hosts its biggest fund-raiser of the year. This Greyhound-only event begins with a Blessing of the Hounds and includes toe-tapping music by Joe Bruno s Dixieland Hot Dogs a delightful luncheon prepared by the Sarasota Kennel Club and a Be My Valentine costume contest emceed by Susan Marie of The Doggy Diva Show. LOCATION Sarasota Kennel Club 5400 Bradenton Rd. Sarasota. TIME 1 to 4 pm. Lunch will be served between 1 00 and 1 45 pm. COST 8.00 per luncheon ticket. Reserve tickets by calling Nancy Coffey at 941355-7744 Ext. 1003 or 941-351-5309. For more information please see the article on page 52. techniques on how to walk adoptable Cat Depot cats on a leash and harness to provide the cats with muchneeded physical and mental stimulation. LOCATION Cat Depot s Education Center 2542 17th St. Sarasota. TIME 12 to 1 pm. If you are interested in attending RSVP to Constance by sending an e-mail to ConstanceP catdepot. org. Founded in Honor of Bentley a Beloved Boy & Loving Friend FREE SUPPORT GROUP for Community Residents Suffering the Loss of a Cherished Pet TUESDAY FEBRUARY 19 FRIDAY FEBRUARY 15 SATURDAY FEBRUARY 16 & SUNDAY FEBRUARY 17 TDAA Agility Trial Hosted by Cool Critters Agility Club--Area dogs will be competing for ribbons and points in this agility event. LOCATION 3136 Oak Tree Place Valrico. For starting time and details please visit www. coolcritters.com. SATURDAY FEBRUARY 16 & SUNDAY FEBRUARY 17 Volunteer Orientation and Cat Socialization Level 1 Training at Cat Depot--Cat Depot needs volunteers and by taking this class you can help Learn what you need to know to become a valued volunteer LOCATION Cat Depot s Education Center 2542 17th St. Sarasota. TIME 1 to 3 pm. If you would like to attend RSVP to CoreyR catdepot.org. Held the Third Thursday of Every Month 7 00 to 8 00 pm Unity Church of Sarasota 3023 Proctor Road Sarasota Walk-Ins Welcome For More Information Please Call 941-955-3301 Ext. 23 visit www.sotcdogtraining.com or call 941-3775984. AKC Agility Trial Hosted by Tampa Bay Agility Club--Area dogs will be competing for ribbons and points in this agility event. LOCATION K-9 Educational Training Center of Hillsborough (KETCH) 7709 Gardner Rd. Tampa. For starting time and details please visit www.tampabayagilityclub.org. SATURDAY FEBRUARY 16 Puppy Level A Classes for 9 to 15 Week Olds Offered at SOTC--Puppies learn basic obedience skills in classes that are 50 to 60 minutes and meet for 4 weekly sessions. LOCATION SOTC 7505 County Road 675 Manatee County. TIME 7 15 pm. COST 65. For details visit www.sotcdogtraining.com or call 941-377-5984. SATURDAY FEBRUARY 23 Tuttle Animal Medical Clinic Hosts the 9th Annual English Bulldog Parade--Bulldogs and their owners from far and wide will gather for a fun filled morning in Sarasota at the Seventh Annual English Bulldog Parade. Activities include a Puppy Match an AKC-sanctioned event hosted by the Tampa They Bulldog Club a Parade of Champions for the top point earners in the Puppy Match and a costume contest. LOCATION Tuttle Animal Medical Clinic Grand Slam Plaza 1090 N. Tuttle Ave. Sarasota. TIME 9 am to Noon. For details and directions call Tuttle Animal Medical Clinic at 941-955-0136. For more information please see the article on page 54. Volunteer Orientation and Cat Socialization Level 1 Training at Cat Depot--Cat Depot needs volunteers and by taking this class you can help Learn what you need to know to become a valued volunteer LOCATION Cat Depot s Education Center 2542 17th St. Sarasota. TIME 1 to 3 pm. If you are interested in attending RSVP to CoreyR catdepot.org. THURSDAY FEBRUARY 21 Flyball One Classes Offered at SOTC--Learn the basics of one of the fastest growing team sports for dogs in the country Dogs preferably will have a Beginner 1 Level Obedience Class and or Really Reliable Recall training. LOCATION SOTC 7505 County Road 675 Manatee County. TIME 6 30 pm. Limited to 6 students per class. COST 95 for six sessions. For details visit www.sotcdogtraining.com or call 941-3775984. Bentley s House Pet Loss Support Group-- Area residents grieving the loss of a beloved pet are invited to attend this support group that meets monthly. Walk-ins are welcome. LOCATION Unity Church of Sarasota 3023 Proctor Rd. Sarasota. TIME 7 to 8 pm. For details call 941-955-3301 Ext. 23. Advanced Flyball Classes Offered at SOTC-- This ongoing class is designed for dogs who have completed Flyball One and offers dogs and handlers advanced skills in Flyball. LOCATION SOTC 7505 County Road 675 Manatee County. TIME 7 45 pm. Limited to 8 students per class. COST 60 for six sessions. For details Low-Cost Vaccinations Offered at Waggin Tails Grooming--Take advantage of great discounts on pet vaccinations LOCATION Waggin Tails Grooming 3688 Webber St. Sarasota. TIME 8 to 9 am. For details call 941-924-4462. Patchington in Downtown Sarasota Hosts One-Day Shopping Event to Benefit Majical Miniatures--Patchington a brand new boutique in Downtown Sarasota will be hosting a special one-day event to raise funds for Majical Miniatures Animal Care & Education Center. Bring an item from Majical Miniatures wish list (you ll find it online at http www.majicalminiatures.org wishlist.html) and receive 10 percent of your purchase. Throughout the day 5 percent of all sales also will be donated to the nonprofit group (Some exclusions will apply.). LOCATION Patchington 1467 Main St. Sarasota. TIME 10 am to 8 pm. For more information see the article on page 53. Dr. Sherry Zenor Presents Cats in the Doghouse a Special Seminar on Cat Behavior at Cat Depot--Dr. Zenor owner of Angel Cats a feline-only veterinary practice in Sarasota will analyze the most common behavioral problems of housecats including causes management and treatment. Dr. Zenor 57 SUNDAY FEBRUARY 17 Seminar on Leash Walking for Cats Hosted by Cat Depot--Cat Depot visitors can learn Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet www.SarasotaPet.com has worked with Cat Depot s cats to improve and manage behaviors and has more than 25 years of experience helping her clients cats both medically and behaviorally. Registered attendees are invited to submit questions about their own cats behavior that will be addressed during the last part of the presentation in a special segment called The Real Housecats of Sarasota. LOCATION Cat Depot s Education Center 2542 17th St. Sarasota. TIME 11 30 am to 1 pm. COST 10.00 per person. PREREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Space is limited and Dr. Zenor s 2012 presentation was a sell out If you are interested in attending call Corey at 941-366-2404 to register. Level 101 or by another trainer. It is for students who may need a little more time and effort to achieve the entry level to Obedience 102 CGC. TIME 6 pm. LOCATION K9 Korral Dog Training & Supply Center 2001 Princeton St. Sarasota. For class fees and details call 941-9158181 or visit www.k9korralsrq.com. Mixed Class Offered at K9 Korral--Help your dog develop a variety of skills in Obedience 101 Agility and Rally in this fun class. TIME 7 15 pm. LOCATION K9 Korral Dog Training & Supply Center 2001 Princeton St. Sarasota. For class fees and details call 941-915-8181 or visit www.k9korralsrq.com. on how you can participate in the 36-Hour Giving Challenge visit www.catdepot.org. For additional information about the fund-raiser please see the article on page 45. TUESDAY MARCH 5 SUNDAY FEBRUARY 24 Monthly Meeting of PET (Pet Entrepreneurs Together)--Open to all pet business owners PET (formerly known as ANGELS) is a group of pet professionals that meets monthly to promote support and build member businesses and the local animal community. LOCATION Perkin s Family Restaurant 5921 Fruitville Rd. Sarasota. TIME Breakfast begins at 9 30 the meeting begins at 10 00. For details call Sarasota Pet at 941-405-4468. Cat Depot s Community Food Bank Opens Its Doors--Once a month Cat Depot s Community Food Bank opens it doors to community residents supporting feral cat colonies or in need of wet and dry food for their personal pets. LOCATION Cat Depot 2542 17th St. Sarasota. TIME Sarasota County residents can pick up food between 12 and 2 pm those who live outside of Sarasota County can pick up food between 2 and 3 pm. For details about Cat Depot s Community Food Bank please contact info catdepot.org. -- MARCH 2013 -- FRIDAY MARCH 1 SATURDAY MARCH 2 & SUNDAY MARCH 3 AKC Agility Trial Hosted by Imperial Polk Obedience Club--Area dogs will be competing for ribbons and points in this agility event. LOCATION American Legion Post 72 1500 SR 37 Mulberry. For starting time and details please visit www.ipoclakeland.org. WEDNESDAY MARCH 6 MONDAY FEBRUARY 25 Obedience 101 Classes Offered at K9 Korral--This introductory class is designed to teach obedience skills to dogs of all ages as well as graduates of puppy class. TIME 6 pm. LOCATION K9 Korral Dog Training & Supply Center 2001 Princeton St. Sarasota. For class fees and details call 941-915-8181 or visit www. k9korralsrq.com. Beginners Level 1 Classes for Dogs 5 Months and Older Offered at SOTC--This class teaches handlers to train their dogs using basic cues in group situations. LOCATION SOTC 7505 County Road 675 Manatee County. TIME 6 30 pm. Limit 8 students per class. COST 95 for six sessions. For details visit www.sotcdogtraining. com or call 941-377-5984. Beginners Level II Classes with CGC Skills Offered at SOTC--This class expands on Level I skills while teaching Canine Good Citizen Skills. LOCATION SOTC 7505 County Road 675 Manatee County. TIME 7 45 pm. COST 95 for 6 weekly sessions. Limit 8 students per class. For details visit www.sotcdogtraining.com or call 941-377-5984. SATURDAY MARCH 2 & SUNDAY MARCH 3 Beginner Utility Classes Offered at SOTC-- Dogs must have a basic start on all other Utility skills to be part of this class. Instructors prefer dogs to have a CD and skills needed to earn a CDX. Handlers need some show experience. Dogs must be able to retrieve a Dumbbell (pick it up from the floor and hold it). LOCATION SOTC 7505 County Road 675 Manatee County. TIME 6 30 pm. COST 120 for 8 weekly sessions. Limit 6 students per class. For details visit www.sotcdogtraining.com or call 941-377-5984. Utility Competition Classes Offered at SOTC--This class teaches the Articles of Utility Competition and Scent Games. Dogs are not required to have CD or CDX titles to take this class. Handlers need some show experience. Limit 6 students per class. LOCATION SOTC 7505 County Road 675 Manatee County. TIME 8 pm. COST 120 for 8 weekly sessions. For details visit www.sotcdogtraining.com or call 941-377-5984. NADAC Agility Trial Hosted by OK Agility-- Area dogs will be competing for ribbons and points in this agility event. LOCATION 34837 Chancey Rd. Zephyrhills. For starting time and details please visit www.okagility.com. SATURDAY MARCH 2 Sniglet s Dog Bakery Hosts Dog Adoptions-- On the first Saturday of every month Sniglet s Dog Bakery welcomes Underdog Rescue a local animal group that will have dogs available for adoption. LOCATION Sniglet s Dog Bakery 2827 University Pkwy. Sarasota. TIME 10 am to 2 pm. For details call Sniglet s Dog Bakery at 941-358-7644. Volunteer Orientation and Cat Socialization Level 1 Training at Cat Depot--Cat Depot needs volunteers and by taking this class you can help Learn what you need to know to become a valued volunteer LOCATION Cat Depot s Education Center 2542 17th St. Sarasota. TIME 1 to 3 pm. If you would like to attend RSVP to CoreyR catdepot.org. Low-Cost Vaccinations at Amy s Bed Bath & Biscuit--Take advantage of great discounts on pet vaccinations LOCATION Amy s Bed Bath & Biscuit 5006 34th Ave. E. Bradenton. TIME 4 30 to 5 30 pm. For details call 941-747-4466. THURSDAY MARCH 7 Bear Creek Veterinary Alternatives Offers Anesthesia-Free Dental Cleanings--Make an appointment to have your pet s teeth cleaned without the worries of anesthesia. LOCATION Bear Creek Veterinary Alternatives South Trail Plaza 7504 South Tamiami Trail Sarasota. TIME Appointments will be scheduled on a first-come first-served basis. A 50 non-refundable deposit is required to hold a space. For more information or to schedule an appointment contact Bear Creek Veterinary Alternatives by calling 941-312-6825 or visit www. bearcreeksarasota.com. WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 27 FRIDAY MARCH 8 SATURDAY MARCH 9 & SUNDAY MARCH 10 Obedience 102 CGC (Canine Good Citizen) Class Offered at K9 Korral--This class builds on the skills already learned in Obedience 101 and prepares dogs for the American Kennel Club s CGC test. TIME 7 15 pm. LOCATION K9 Korral Dog Training & Supply Center 2001 Princeton St. Sarasota. For class fees and details call 941-915-8181 or visit www.k9korralsrq.com. TUESDAY MARCH 5 & WEDNESDAY MARCH 6 THURSDAY FEBRUARY 28 Obedience 101.5 Class Offered at K9 Korral--This is a 4 week class that helps shape the behaviors (commands) that were taught in our 58 36-Hour Giving Challenge to Benefit Local Nonprofits Help Cat Depot Raise 100 000 in 36 Hours -- Unleash your inner generosity and help Cat Depot reach its goal during this community wide online fund-raising event. LOCATION Online TIME 7 am Tuesday to 7 pm Wednesday. COST Donations of 25 or more would be greatly appreciated For details AKC Agility Trial Hosted by Dog Training Club of St. Petersburg--Area dogs will be competing for ribbons and points in this agility event. LOCATION Mosaic Arena at the Manatee County Fairgrounds 1402 14th Ave. W. Palmetto. For starting time and details please visit www.dtcsp.org. SATURDAY MARCH 9 The American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Hosts the FUN DAY 4 PAWS Benefit & Adopt-AThon to Benefit Big & Little Dog Ranch Rescue--There s a party going on in North Port and you re invited There will be pet February March 2013 Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet vendors raffles food and drinks and animal adoptions and demonstrations throughout the day. Professional pet photographer Connie Summers also will be there taking pet portraits Proceeds will benefit Big & Little Dog Ranch Rescue. LOCATION American Legion Post 254 6648 Taneytown St. North Port. TIME 10 am to 4 pm. For vendor space or details contact Karen by sending an e-mail to livingontheedge215 yahoo.com or call the American Legion at 941-423-7311. Nate s Honor Animal Rescue Hosts Ponies for Pups the 4th Annual Charity Polo Match--Spend a day outdoors with animal lovers at Nate s Honor Animal Rescue s annual polo match Enjoy an exciting match a silent auction and more Leashed dogs are welcome. All proceeds benefit Nate s Honor Animal Rescue. LOCATION Sarasota Polo Club 8201 Polo Club Lane Sarasota. TIME Gates open at 11 am the polo match begins at 1 pm. COST Premier seating with a catered lunch-- 45 per person General Admission-- 10 per person. Reserved Field-Side Tailgate Parking Slips also are available see the Web site for details. To purchase tickets or for more information visit www.honoranimalrescue.org events. Low-Cost Vaccinations Offered at K9 Korral--Take advantage of great discounts on pet vaccinations offered by petPAQ Inc. This is not a substitute for veterinarian care rather an alternative for those that are on a budget and their pets would otherwise go without vaccines. LOCATION K9 Korral 2001 Princeton St. Sarasota. TIME 3 to 4 pm. For details call K9 Korral at 941-915-8181. e We Hav to a Price y r Fit eve t Budge We have Professional & Loving Pet Hosts & Sitters Throughout Manatee and Sarasota Counties Fully Insured In-Our-Home Dog Boarding Doggie Daycare Dog Walking Daily Pet Visits for Cats Dogs & Birds Overnight Pet Sitting in Your Home (941) 661-0069 Direct wagwatchers.com info wagwatchers.com 749-1551 (866) WEDNESDAY MARCH 13 Obedience 101 Classes Offered at K9 Korral--This introductory class is designed to teach obedience skills to dogs of all ages as well as graduates of puppy class. TIME 6 pm. LOCATION K9 Korral Dog Training & Supply Center 2001 Princeton St. Sarasota. For class fees and details call 941-915-8181 or visit www. k9korralsrq.com. NADAC Agility Trial Hosted by Cool Critters Agility Club--Area dogs will be competing for ribbons and points in this agility event. LOCATION 3136 Oak Tree Pl. Valrico. For starting time and details please visit www.coolcritters. com. Florida Canine Follies a Canine Musical Freestyle Competition Hosted by SOTC-- Discover the joys of dancing with your dog at the 2013 Canine Musical Freestyle Competition sponsored by SOTC. The event is open to spectators dogs that are not participating in the competition are not permitted to attend. LOCATION SOTC 7505 County Road 675 Manatee County. For competition times and details visit www.sotcdogtraining.com or call 941-377-5984. SUNDAY MARCH 10 SATURDAY MARCH 16 & SUNDAY MARCH 17 Seminar on Leash Walking for Cats Hosted by Cat Depot--Cat Depot visitors can learn techniques on how to walk adoptable Cat Depot cats on a leash and harness to provide the cats with much-needed physical and mental stimulation. LOCATION Cat Depot s Education Center 2542 17th St. Sarasota. TIME 12 to 1 pm. If you are interested in attending RSVP to Constance by sending an e-mail to ConstanceP catdepot.org. AKC Agility Trial Hosted by Mid-Florida Dalmatian Club--Area dogs will be competing for ribbons and points in this agility event. LOCATION Sonlight K9 Events & Training Center 25592 Hayman Rd. Brooksville. For starting time and details please visit midfloridadalmatianclub.webs.com. Dog Training Classes With Positively Simple Dog Training Classes Include Shy & Fearful Dogs Puppy Kindergarten Puppy Catch-Up Manners 101 Manners 201 Prior to starting class you must e-mail info positivelysimpledogtraining.com or call 941-232-3300 for an application. Visit PositivelySimpleDogTraining.com or call 941-232-3300 for class schedules fees & start dates. Training Classes With Jeanine s Professional Dog Training Tuesday & Thursday Nights--Classes are held at Poochie s Pampered Pups 7672 South Tamiami Trail Sarasota Prior to starting class you must e-mail SarasotaDogTrainer gmail.com for a registration form & screening. Visit JeaninesProDogTraining.com for class schedules and start dates. MONDAY MARCH 11 Beginners Level 1 Classes for Dogs 5 Months and Older Offered at SOTC--This class teaches handlers to train their dogs using basic cues in group situations. LOCATION SOTC 7505 County Road 675 Manatee County. TIME 6 30 pm. Limit 8 students per class. COST 95 for six sessions. For details visit www.sotcdogtraining. com or call 941-377-5984. Beginners Level II Classes with CGC Skills Offered at SOTC--This class expands on Level I skills while teaching Canine Good Citizen Skills. LOCATION SOTC 7505 County Road 675 Manatee County. TIME 7 45 pm. COST 95 for 6 weekly sessions. Limit 8 students per class. For details visit www.sotcdogtraining.com or call 941-377-5984. NEW AGILITY CLASSES AT SOTC BEGINNING IN MARCH SOTC s upcoming schedule will include classes in beginner to advanced levels of agility training held outdoors on a fenced agility field as well as special focus classes. Sessions run for 8 weeks. For class times & dates please contact Kim Butler Agility Registrar by phone at 941-377-5984 or TOLL FREE 888-DOG-SOTC (888-364-7682). Or send an e-mail to agility sotcdogtraining.com. Agility classes also can be found online at www.sotcdogtraining.com Manatee Kennel Club Conformation Training Class Classes Offered at Two Locations MANATEE SOTC 7505 County Rd. 675 (east of I-75)--Classes offered every Wednesday except the second Wednesday of each month. TIME 7 30 pm. COST 5.00. SARASOTA K9 Korral 2001 Princeton St. Sarasota-- Classes offered the first second and third Thursday of each month. TIME 7 15 pm. COST 5.00. For additional information and directions visit www.manateekennelclub.com. See you there Sarasota Pet & Manatee Pet www.SarasotaPet.com 59 SATURDAY MARCH 16 Obedience 101 Classes Offered at K9 Korral--This introductory class is designed to teach obedience skills to dogs of all ages as well as graduates of puppy class. TIME 9 30 am. LOCATION K9 Korral Dog Training & Supply Center 2001 Princeton St. Sarasota. For class fees and details call 941-915-8181 or visit www.k9korralsrq.com. Agility 1 Classes Offered at K9 Korral--The goal of this six-week class is for dogs and handlers to have fun and learn to work together in a safe positive environment as dogs learn to crawl through tunnels tip a seesaw scramble over an A-frame and jump over hurdles and through a tire.. TIME 11 30 am. LOCATION K9 Korral Dog Training & Supply Center 2001 Princeton St. Sarasota. For class fees and details call 941915-8181 or visit www.k9korralsrq.com. Jacaranda Animal Hospital Hosts the 5th Annual St. PETricks Day Open House & Pet Fair--It promises to be a fun-filled day in Venice with festivities that will include a costume contest at 3 pm hosted by Susan Marie of The Doggy Diva Show as well as adoptions pet portraits by Connie Summers food music by D.J. Tony Accardi raffles a silent auction giveaways face painting pet vendors and more Proceeds benefit C.H.I.P I.N (Children Helping Pets in Need). LOCATION 725 . Shamrock Boulevard Venice. TIME 1 to 5 pm. For more information see the article on page 55 or visit www.jacarandaanimalhospital.com. TIME 5 30 to 7 pm. If you are interested in attending RSVP to CoreyR catdepot.org. Obedience 101 Classes Offered at K9 Korral--This introductory class is designed to teach obedience skills to dogs of all ages as well as graduates of puppy class. TIME 7 15 pm. LOCATION K9 Korral Dog Training & Supply Center 2001 Princeton St. Sarasota. For class fees and details call 941-915-8181 or visit www.k9korralsrq.com. THURSDAY MARCH 21 Bentley s House Pet Loss Support Group--Area residents grieving the loss of a beloved pet are invited to attend this support group that meets monthly. Walk-ins are welcome. LOCATION Unity Church of Sarasota 3023 Proctor Rd. Sarasota. TIME 7 to 8 pm. For details call 941-9553301 Ext. 23. SATURDAY MARCH 23 & SUNDAY MARCH 24 AKC Agility Trial Hosted by Sarasota Obedience Training Club--Area dogs will be competing for ribbons and points in this agility event. LOCATION Mosaic Arena at the Manatee County Fairgrounds 1402 14th Ave. W. Palmetto. For starting time and details please visit sotcdogtraining.com. For online entries visit www.AKC.org. SUNDAY MARCH 31 MONDAY MARCH 18 Cat Depot Night at Papa Giorgio s in Sarasota--Enjoy a delicious dinner--dine in or take out--and Papa Giorgio s will donate 15 percent of your meal to benefit Cat Depot. LOCATION Papa Giorgio s 7644 Lockwood Ridge Rd. Sarasota. TIME 4 to 9 pm. For more details call 941-7366-2404. Recall Class Offered at K9 Korral--This is an intensive class that focuses on teaching and maintaining a Really Reliable Recall. The pre-requisite for this class is either Puppy Kindergarten or an Obedience Dog 1 class. Recall classes are 60 minutes and meet for 6 weekly sessions. TIME 7 15 pm. LOCATION K9 Korral Dog Training & Supply Center 2001 Princeton St. Sarasota. For class fees and details call 941-915-8181 or visit www. k9korralsrq.com. Cat Depot s Community Food Bank Opens Its Doors--Once a month Cat Depot s Community Food Bank opens it doors to community residents supporting feral cat colonies or in need of wet and dry food for their personal pets. LOCATION Cat Depot 2542 17th St. Sarasota. TIME Sarasota County residents can pick up food between 12 and 2 pm those who live outside of Sarasota County can pick up food between 2 and 3 pm. For details about Cat Depot s Community Food Bank please contact info catdepot.org. -- COMING IN APRIL -- SUNDAY APRIL 14 Fast Friends Greyhound Adoption Inc. at SKC Presents the 5th Annual Mutt Derby--Enjoy an afternoon of fresh air and family fun watching dogs race round the track All proceeds Fast Friends Greyhound Adoption Inc. and All Faiths Food Bank. LOCATION Sarasota Kennel Club 5400 Bradenton Rd. Sarasota. 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