Pet Information – Florida Animal Friend

Providing you with information on pet ownership, fun animal facts, and Florida Animal Friend’s mission to end pet overpopulation by supporting low-cost or free spay and neuter programs throughout the state of Florida.

 

What Does It Mean If a Cat has a Clipped Ear?

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Oct 19

October 3, 2019

What Does It Mean If a Cat has a Clipped Ear?

Ear-tipping is an important, mostly painless procedure to help identify cats that have participated in these programs. It is a...

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2019 Recommendations on Spaying and Neutering

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Aug 19

August 28, 2019

2019 Recommendations on Spaying and Neutering

Deciding to spay or neuter your animal can lead to a lot of questions like “when is the best time?”...

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How Feeding Feral Animals Affects Our Ecosystem

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Aug 19

August 15, 2019

How Feeding Feral Animals Affects Our Ecosystem

When you see a cat roaming the streets, your first instinct might be to put out a tin of food...

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Top 4 Insects Harmful for Pets & 4 Ways to Protect Them This Summer

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Jul 19

July 29, 2019

Top 4 Insects Harmful for Pets & 4 Ways to Protect Them This Summer

Summer is a fun time to spend outdoors with friends and family. And not just with your human friends and...

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5 Summer Safety Tips for Animals

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Jul 19

July 3, 2019

5 Summer Safety Tips for Animals

Summer is officially here! And that means it’s time to enjoy the sun, beach and outdoors with your friends, family...

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Trap-Neuter-Return: How This Program Saves Cats Every Year

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Jun 19

June 14, 2019

Trap-Neuter-Return: How This Program Saves Cats Every Year

Trap-neuter-return (TNR) programs are a safe, effective, and humane way to address the community cat population. States across the nation,...

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4 Things Your Florida Pet Wants in Their City

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May 19

May 24, 2019

4 Things Your Florida Pet Wants in Their City

Pets are just like us humans. They want to socialize, have adequate healthcare options, go out on the town and...

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How to Get Your Dog to Take Medication

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Mar 19

March 31, 2019

How to Get Your Dog to Take Medication

Dog owners everywhere have a universally shared concern –– their pet’s health. So if your dog needs medical attention, you’ll...

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How to Apply for A Florida Animal Friend Grant

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Mar 19

March 13, 2019

How to Apply for A Florida Animal Friend Grant

This spring season, municipal and non-profit agencies in Florida are given the opportunity to apply for a grant from Florida...

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The Cost of Unaltered Pets

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Feb 19

February 28, 2019

The Cost of Unaltered Pets

One of the best things an owner can do for their pet’s health is to get it spayed or neutered....

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