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Mary Lou Davidson

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Volunteers for Dog Wash Needed!

This Saturday August 11 from 10-12 noon, Manatee County Animal Services is organizing a dog wash for shelter dogs.  By now  you probably know that Manatee is making its way toward a No-Kill County.   Part of this compassionate initiative includes making the dogs who are in the shelter more comfortable.  Dogs like to be clean!!

If you are interested in assisting with bathing the dogs or petting the kitties in the shelter, please visit this link to sign up.  What a fun way to help needy animals and meet other local dog lovers.

Just bring yourself, some patience and an old towel or two if you have one, and be prepared for some puppylicious fun!

The event will be held at the Downtown Bradenton Adoption Center

1002B Manatee Avenue West

Bradenton, Florida  34205

941-742-5824


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No-Kill Manatee Surges forward!

What a difference a day makes.  Twenty eight pets are now in their forever homes thanks to Manatee County’s Animal Services first Adoptathon.

Animal Network provided drinks, shirts and education information to the public.  Humane Society of Manatee provided volunteers and necessary tables and chairs.  A big thanks to the Zirkelback Grill Truck Team for the great hot dogs.

This effort is a resounding win for No-Kill.  Way to go Manatee County!

To learn more about pet adoption, please visit Manatee County Animal Services web page.

 

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Save a Life Day: Saturday, July 28

Manatee County Animal Services invites everyone to the Support No Kill Manatee Challenge on “Save-A-Life Day,” July 28, 2012 at the Palmetto Animal Services location from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Dogs and Cats will be available for only $35 and some will even be FREE to a good home. The specials will be available at the downtown adoption center too.

“Join us for a day of fun and help us save the animals” said Animal Services Chief Kris Weiskopf. “All animals deserve a second chance at a good life; Adopt today.”

If you haven’t seen this in the news, you should know that pet ownership can be a health benefit.  From stress relief and lowering your blood pressure to helping kids fight allergies, pets rule!  Dogs can also help you get up off the couch for a daily walk or even a meet and greet at your local dog park.

This adoption event is another step in the County’s plan to become a no-kill community. Please help up save lives today! The animals greatly appreciate your support.

The special is event will be held at our Palmetto shelter location: 305 25th Street W, Palmetto (open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). Preview available animals by visiting www.mymanatee.org/pets. For more information, call (941) 742-5933.

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Dog Wash – Manatee County Animal Services

Looking for a wet and wild experience this weekend?  Please come this Saturday July 14th at 10:00 am to Manatee County Animal Services to help with much needed bathing and grooming of our shelter pets.   Animal Services has plenty of towels but if you can bring shampoo it would be helpful!

This is a great opportunity for local animal lovers to show unity in the humane treatment of these pets and get to meet like-minded people!    Be sure to look for Commissioner Carol Whitmore who is organizing this event.

Cat lovers. . .you are welcome too!  Our kitties won’t be bathed but would love to spend some quality time being combed or petted.   Attention and love helps improve both the mental and physical health of our animals in the shelter.

This event will be held at the Palmetto site and in the future we will have this same event at our Bradenton downtown center. The address for Animal Services is:

305 25th St. W.
Palmetto, Florida 34221

941-742-5933 and press 1 – when you get there if you need help.

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Breed Profile: Boston Terrier

By Alisha Corsi

With their refined personalities and dapper tuxedo markings, Boston Terriers are known as the “American Gentlemen” of dog breeds. Originating in the stables of Boston (where else would they?), Boston Terriers were the first US breed to be recognized by the American Kennel Club, making them the all-American dog!

Physical Traits

Size & Weight: Boston Terriers stand between 15-17 inches at the shoulder, and weigh between 10-25 pounds. They are small, compact dogs with short muzzles and square faces.

Coat & Color: Boston Terriers have short, smooth coats that are most often brindle, seal, or black with even white markings on the face and chest. “Seal” is a color that is exclusive to Boston Terriers, and refers to a black color that reveals red highlights in the sun. Boston Terriers can also be liver, brown, cream, or red, but these are rare.

Life Expectancy: 11-13 years

Temperament
Boston Terriers are gentle, well-mannered dogs with happy-go-lucky personalities. They love their human companions, and are always eager to please. Highly intelligent dogs, Boston Terriers are easy to train and are usually enthusiastic about learning new things. Because of their affectionate personalities and excellent character, Boston Terriers are extremely popular in the United States.

Something to Bark About: The American Kennel Club breed standards state that Boston Terriers should be wrinkle-free—be grateful that we’re not all held to that standard! The Boston Terrier serves as the mascot for not one, but two institutions of higher education in the US—Wofford College in South Carolina, and of course, Rhett the Boston Terrier at Boston University.
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• Boston Terriers get along well with children, elderly people, and animals.
• Boston Terriers are easy keepers who require only a moderate amount of exercise and a minimum amount of grooming.
• Boston Terriers learn very quickly, and have very affable personalities.

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• Like most pure dog breeds, Boston Terriers are prone to some health issues, including eye problems, heart murmurs, and allergies.
• Their compact body type causes a few challenges that can also be seen as endearing—they can be quite flatulent in the absence of a proper diet, and their shortened muzzles make them prone to snoring. Nothing a little Febreze and ear plugs can’t cure!

If you’d like to learn more about adoptable Boston Terriers in your area, visit Boston Terrier Rescue of Florida for more information.

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Breed Profile: Shetland Sheepdog

By Alisha Corsi

One of the brightest dogs in the world, Shetland Sheepdogs, or “Shelties” as they are more commonly called, are known for their keen sense of intelligence and intense loyalty (think of a smaller version of Lassie). As athletic as they are smart, Shelties excel in agility and herding competitions, but are most successful when it comes to winning the hearts of their human families with their loving personalities.

photo by: Kelsee Dupras

Physical Traits

Size & Weight: Shelties stand between 13-16 inches at the shoulder, and weigh between 11-31 pounds, with males generally being larger and heavier than females.

Coat & Color: Shelties have a double coat. Their topcoats are long, straight, and water-repellent, while the undercoat is short, furry, and very dense. Shelties usually shed their coats in clumps, making them easier to groom than other smooth-haired dogs. Their coats come in three different colors: black, blue merle, and sable, with sable being the most common.

Life Expectancy: 12-15 years

Temperament

Shelties are exceptionally intelligent dogs, ranking 6th out of 123 breeds. They learn new commands quickly, obeying a command the first time more than 95% of the time. For this reason Shelties are one of the most successful obedience dogs. They are also herders, and are so adept at it that they can often be found attempting (and often succeeding) at herding people! In addition to their performance skills, Shelties are very devoted and docile dogs who make great family pets. While not as intimidating as some other dog breeds, their intense loyalty to their owners make them excellent watch dogs.

Travis, A Sarasota Dog

Something to Bark About: The original working sheepdogs of Shetland are now extinct, and have been replaced by Border Collies. In fact, the Shetland Sheepdog as it is now known has never been used as a working dog on Shetland, and ironically, these dogs are very rare there!

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  • Shelties may just be the total package when it comes to dogs, possessing brains, beauty, and loyalty—need I say more?
  • Shelties are alert and have a keen sense of understanding.
  • Diverse in their talents, Shelties are great at herding, agility competitions, and simply loving on their families.
  • Great with kids if reared with them from a young age.

Challenges

  • Shelties require lots of exercise and mental stimulation. Ignoring this may lead to the development of bad behaviors, such as excessive barking, nervousness, and phobias.
  • Shelties will herd anything, including cars, so owners must constantly be watchful.
  • Can sometimes be aloof with strangers, so they must be socialized at a young age.

If you’re ready to welcome a Sheltie into your family, find a list of Sheltie rescue groups near you at nationalsheltierescue.org.

Check out this amazing Sheltie we saw at a local pet event.