Daytime Dogs and Friends proudly endorses these businesses and organizations. 

 

Special Affiliated Programs

Daytime Dogs and Friends is a proud member of the GatorPerks Discount Program. All UF employees with a valid UFID will receive 10% off all services. Please present your ID at the time of the initial Meet & Greet appointment. The UF GatorPerks discount program provides exclusive discounts for UF faculty and staff. UF employees have the opportunity to save at various businesses and retailers. 

 

Local Adoption Organizations, Rescues & Charities

Alachua County Humane Society (ACHS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping healthy and treatable dogs and cats in Alachua County for more than 40 years. They strive to offer the best resources for pets and people in our community. Whether you are looking for your new best friend, interested in volunteering your time or interested in low cost spay/neuter resources, ACHS is here for you.

Gainesville Pet Rescue is a non-profit organization that strives to match pets and people for a lifetime. All animals that are rescued and taken into the program are guaranteed a home regardless of the length of time they may have to stay in their foster care program.

 

Haile's Angels Pet Rescue is a non-profit organization that helps unwanted animals find forever homes. Their goal is to stop adoptable animals from being euthanized. All pets up for adoption at Haile's Angels are fully examined by Dr. Linda McCollough of Haile Plantation Animal Clinic.

 

Paws on Parole through the Alachua County Animal Services and Florida Department of Corrections Prison Dog Training Program is run entirely on donations from the public. They are always in need of various supplies and monetary donations to properly care for the dogs that they have in their program.

 

Second Chance Rescue & Rehoming, Inc is dedicated to the rehabilitation of unwanted, neglected and homeless pets with the intent to find them new, permanent and loving homes along with promoting responsible pet ownership.

 

Newberry Animal Hospital has many pets available for adoption. The adoption fee for cats is $75 and that includes all vaccines, deworming and spay/neuter procedure. The adoption fee for dogs is $85 and include the same as what's included for cats. Please feel free to contact Newberry Animal Hospital at (352) 472-7035 for additional information on adoptable pets. They all need a good, loving home! All of their adoptable pets can be viewed at the Pet Finder website, click here to view. 

 

 

Local Pet Shops & Stores

Earth Pets Natural Pet Market is a true green market and health food store for all your pet supply needs. Each of their products are selected for healthfulness, value, and safety for your family, for your pet, and for our environment. They use the input of many holistic veterinarians, years of study and a strong conviction of ethics.

 

Earth Pets of Gainesville is a locally owned pet food & supply store. Visit their website to view types of pet food and supplies they offer. Their mission is to sustain an honest business offering fair prices, quality products and a friendly, relaxing place to shop for you and your pet.  They are committed to supplying their customers with healthy, eco-friendly and organic pet care products. They specialize in wholesome, all natural foods and treats that do not contain any by-products or fillers.

 

Nature's Pet Grooming (Nature's Pet Day Spa) offers pet spa treatments, grooming, body massage, hydro therapy, de-matting, teeth cleaning and much more. Lisa Jordan, owner, has spent a few years in competitive grooming, showing Lhasa Apsos on the AKC circuit while also competing at NDGA (National Dog Grooming Association) shows around the country. After multiple wins in all categories (including 1st place best groomed dog 2003) Lisa retired to her Gainesville salon to put her experience to good use serving her clients.

 

Sweet Paws Bakery is a luxury pet boutique and dog bakery in the Haile Village Center. They carry collars, leashes, beds, toys, dog treats, cakes and clothing. They are a one-stop shop for canine needs.

 

 

Local Pet Friendly Hotels & Lodging & Apartment Living

Best Western Gateway Grand Near I-75, Eco-friendly hotel and pet friendly. Ask about their pet friendly rooms.

 

 

Comfort Inn West Gainesville Hotel is less than three miles from the University of Florida campus, Shands and VA Hospitals. The hotel is pet friendly and offers complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, an outdoor pool, business center and more. Ask about their pet friendly hotel rooms!

 

Sweetwater Branch Inn is located in historic downtown Gainesville offering a unique logging experience. It is part of a Victorian complex surrounded by the  McKenzie Gardens, the McKenzie House, dating to 1895. One of the cottages is pet friendly.

 

 

The Hilton University of Florida Conference Center is located near the UF campus and is pet friendly. The location is ideal for business meetings with plenty of space and provides complimentary high-speed Internet access throughout the hotel.

 

The Paramount Plaza Hotel & Suites is Gainesville's only lakefront hotel. The hotel is pet friendly, located minutes from many Gainesville attractions and just a short drive from Micanopy.

 

Brookwood Terrace is pet friendly offering townhome style apartments. Their community loves to give back through pet adoptions.

 

 

Cobblestone Apartments is pet friendly and offers townhouse style apartments. They even have their very own private dog park.

 

 

Madison Pointe Apartments is pet friendly is located right next door to Cobblestone Apartments.

 

 

The Polos is pet friendly and offers a variety of floorplans.

 

 

Tivoli Apartments is pet friendly with select apartments and offers a variety of floorplans.

 

 

Uptown Village at Townsend Apartments features a luxury apartment community with a variety of floor-plans and is pet friendly.

 

 

 

 

Local Dog Trainers

Eager Pup K-9 Nose Work is a one-dog-powered effort focused on providing fun and effective positive- reinforcement-based training for dogs and their owners.

 

Pepe Dogs / J & K Canine Academy

 

P.U.P.S. Dog Training - Jenny Higgins - 561-762-9610

 

 

Local Veterinarians & Animal Hospitals

Newberry Animal Hospital believes in comprehensive preventive care is essential to insuring your pet has a long, happy and healthy life. They offer a number of total health care programs from puppy & kitten packages to canine and feline to senior wellness packages.

 

Suburban Animal Hospital understands your pets are members of your family and that their well-being is a top priority. The facility is a full-service hospital, capable of handling almost any medical or surgical problem. Services include hospitalization, lab testing, radio-graphic procedures, dental care, boarding, bathing and flea control.

 

Haile Plantation Animal Clinic is committed to providing families with customized health care for their pets. They offer a wide variety of pet medical services for your individual pet needs. They closely work with their clients and pets to provide a comfortable and welcoming environment. Be sure to ask about the Mobile Pet Doctor! Dr. Linda McCollough and Associates provide wellness care such as vaccines, heartworm tests and examinations in the comfort of your home.

 

Jonesville Animal Hospital provides superior veterinary care to pets throughout the Gainesville and Newberry area in Florida. Founders Dr. Jill Lerman and Dr. Kathy Vliet have been practicing in Alachua County for more than 20 years. They are a full service companion animal hospital and state-of-the-art veterinary medical facility (preventive health care, medical diagnostics, surgical procedures, dental care, kitten and puppy care, senior dog and cat care, pet nutrition management, immunizations and much more).

 

The Veterinary Center at Hunter’s Crossing is a full-service veterinary hospital dedicated to the practice of high-quality medicine, surgery, and dentistry. Their practice combines the most recent medical advances with traditional, time-tested practices to offer exceptional care of the total patient. Their state-of-the art facility has been created with your pet’s comfort and safety in mind.

 

 

National Pet Organizations

American Kennel Club is dedicated to the well-being of purebred dogs. They work to protect the rights all of dogs and health. They are committed to the interest of dog owners and cherishing dogs as companions.

 

 

National Association of Professional Pet Sitters is dedicated to providing tools and support animal business members, promote the value of pet sitting and support welfare for all animals. Their newsletters provide for a great resource to pet owners and those in the business.

 

 

Pet Sitters International is dedicated to educating professional pet sitters and promoting, supporting and recognizing excellence in pet sitting. Pet Sitters International is the most highly recognized advocate for and the most respected authority on pet sitters throughout the world.

 

The Humane Society U.S. works to reduce suffering and to create meaningful social change for animals by supporting public policies, investigating animal cruelty, educating the public and enforcing laws.

 

 

Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) is a non-profit organization that provides highly-trained assistance dogs for disabiled adults and kids free of charge.

 

Other Resources

 

Animal Airwaves is an hour-long call-in show that airs between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. on Fridays on WUFT-FM in Gainesville. The show features faculty members from the UF Veterinary Hospitals that talk about a variety of pet-related issues.

 

The Garden of Love Pet Memorial Park located South of Micanopy, Florida brings great comfort to pet owners' during a time of loss and sorrow. In 2002, the park was purchased by Dr. Linda McCollough, doctor of Veterinary Medicine and owner of Haile Plantation Animal Clinic.

 

Shands at UF (Department of Patient and Family Resources / Volunteer Services)  offers counseling, assistance, information/referrals, housing information (including pets), patient education and most importantly support to family members of patients in Shands at UF hospital.

 

The Whole Dog Journal reviews dog food, dog toys, and dog health and care products. Overall, they provide nutrition information, training and grooming advice for a healthy dog.