This song was made famous by Cher, but not the Cher in this story. Cher was a six-year-old, 126 lb. bull mastiff who was suffering from a horrible uterine infection called pyometra as a result of not being spayed. This condition manifests itself when bacteria collect and multiplies in a female dog’s uterus and has … continuing reading

Angus had a home until he didn’t. Through no fault of his own, he found himself at the shelter and as a result of undergoing a complete examination, it was found that he tested positive for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV). FIV attacks the immune system of infected cats, making them more vulnerable to other infections. … continuing reading

Ishia has been adopted!!! She is now living the life she deserves with her wonderful new family!!! Ishia waited and waited, but no one came home that night, or for that matter any other night. The person she loved, the one who fed her and took her for car rides, was never coming home. That … continuing reading

Dental health is an extremely important part of your pet’s overall health, and it is the reason that annual dental appointments to examine an animal’s gums and teeth are highly recommended. These annual dental visits allow our veterinarians to check for early signs of oral issues and to keep your pet’s mouth healthy.  Click to … continuing reading

Spaying and neutering your pets is the humane solution to pet overpopulation, homeless animals and overcrowded shelters.

Sharing exciting news about Humane Society of Manatee County Veterinary Clinic’s expansion of clinic services on behalf of all the animals is a labor of love. Our expansion of services coincides with increased demand in our community for high quality, low-to-moderate cost veterinary services.

After the sun sets across Manatee County, a dedicated group of animal advocates hits the streets. Crossing the county in a loosely organized effort to provide care for the thousands of feral/free roaming community cats, these caretakers and trappers are dedicated to their mission.

Humane Society of Manatee County’s strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned the animal 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. 

Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal disease primarily affecting dogs, and it is most prevalent in moist, humid regions along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts.

What a difference a year makes! Since Dr. Lindsay Rollend arrived in Bradenton to serve as the wellness director at the Humane Society of Manatee County Veterinary Clinic a little more than a year ago, she already has witnessed …