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Every four-legged furry friend deserves a well-informed two-legged companion leading the way. Here’s your guide. Everything you need to know about pets, whether you’re navigating the joys (and surprises) of pet parenthood, dipping into the rescue world, or want to do more for animals in your community, you’ve found the right place.

Providing Low-Cost Spay & Neuter Services: It Takes a Village

“Take care of pets and they’ll take care of you.” ~Dr. Dale Kaplan-Stein, veterinarian and founder of St. Francis Pet Care Clinic in Gainesville, Florida.  Founded in 2007, the nonprofit St. Francis Pet Care Clinic opened its doors with the goal of providing low-cost spay and neuter services as well as other veterinary services for … Continued

October 12, 2021

Providing Low-Cost Spay & Neuter Services: It Takes a Village

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Top 5 Pet Trends of 2021 From Florida Animal Friend

We love our pets and we’d do anything for them. It’s not just about basic pet care anymore, either. From making sure our pets have the best food and care, to putting thought into toys they’ll love and products that’ll keep them looking their best, there are a number of growing trends for pets. Data … Continued

September 27, 2021

Top 5 Pet Trends of 2021 From Florida Animal Friend

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Benefits of Fostering a Pet From Your Local Animal Shelter

Helping your local animal shelter and rescue organizations is a wonderful way to give back to your community. From volunteering and donating goods or services to adopting a pet, there are many ways to get involved. Fostering a pet is also an option and it comes with many benefits. From very young foster pets that … Continued

September 21, 2021

Benefits of Fostering a Pet From Your Local Animal Shelter

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Florida Summer Activities You Can Safely Do With Your Dog

Spending time with your dog is one of the best ways to show them you care. In addition to feeding them healthy food, giving them proper pet care, and ensuring regular exercise, every dog owner should take time to play with their dog. Not only does it help you keep your dog healthy and safe, … Continued

August 18, 2021

Florida Summer Activities You Can Safely Do With Your Dog

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The Effects of Retractable Leashes for Dogs

Retractable leashes for dogs seemed like such a great idea when they first hit the market. They were presented as a fun accessory that gave Fido more freedom. But there’s a dark side to retractables. These trendy leashes can pose a danger to both dogs and humans. There are numerous reports of injuries to people, … Continued

August 6, 2021

The Effects of Retractable Leashes for Dogs

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Common Questions About the Florida Animal Friend License Plate

Specialty license plates are incredibly popular in Florida, and for good reason. With more than 120 to choose from, personalizing a vehicle is easy and it lets drivers show off a unique side of themselves, from what they enjoy doing, to what university they graduated from or root for, and for which causes they advocate.  … Continued

July 30, 2021

Common Questions About the Florida Animal Friend License Plate

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