We Still Need Newspapers!Donating your newspapers is the perfect way to recycle them and help our homeless pets at the same time. We use the papers every day in our cat kennels as well as well as in our Clinic. So, if you have a stack of papers taking up space in your home or business, please consider donating them to us. Papers can be dropped off at our Fort Lauderdale Adoption Center at 1870 S.W. 39 St., or at the Pompano Beach Adoption Center, 3100 N.W. 19 Terrace. For more information call 954-359-1010.
Prepare Your Hurricane Supplies Now!As you make your hurricane plans for your family this season, remember to plan for your pet, too. Preparing a Pet Survival Kit is key to ensuring that you have enough food and important pet information on hand in case you lose power or must evacuate. The kit/container should be waterproof with a secure plastic lid and include the following:
- A crate or carrier large enough for your pet to stand and turn around (use a treat or toy to help pets adjust to the carrier beforehand)
- Leashes and collars
- Two-week supply of food (moist or canned) with manual can opener. Dry pet food is fine, but ensure you have extra bottles of water on hand since your pet will require more water with dry food with wet/moist food.
- Two-week supply of bottled water (or more if using dry food).
- Water and food dishes
- Extra cat litter, litter pan and puppy training pads. Consider the fact that your dog may not be able to “potty” outside during or after a storm, so take the time to pre-plan a place in your home that may have to become his bathroom spot if the need arises. Line the area with newspapers or puppy training pads and clean the area as quickly as possible using a cleaning disinfectant.
- Toys, blankets and treats
- Emergency phone numbers for veterinarian, animal shelters and friends/relatives
- Veterinary clinic address and phone number
- Veterinary records with rabies certificate and current Broward County Pet Registration Tag number (put these documents in a plastic “Baggie” so they do not get wet.
- Medications with instructions (ensure you have enough medication on hand before the storm hits as vet offices may be closed and mail will not be delivered)
- Cleaning supplies (newspaper, plastic bags with ties, paper towels, disinfectant)
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- Saturday, February 25, Pet Expo, at Pompano Citi Centre, 1955-201 N. Federal Highway, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- LAST CALL!! Please contact us if you are interested in taking part in the Walk for the Animals; Saturday, March 3, at 8 a.m., at the Huizenga Plaza, downtown Fort Lauderdale. Broward County Animal Care will be showing their support for the Humane Society of Broward County and this worthy cause. We are currently seeking participants who would like to walk the 1.25 route with us that day. For more information on how to get on the Animal Care team, please call Lisa at 954-359-1010.
Special Volunteer Help needed for our Lost and Found phone line. Each day we receive a high volume of calls from members of the public who have lost their pets. So, if you have great listening skills and amazing phone etiquette, we need your help! Please visit our website, broward.org/animal,click VOLUNTEER and print and complete a Volunteer Application. Any questions, call our Volunteer Coordinator, 954-359-1313 ext. 9239.
Want to Make a HUGE Difference? Be a Foster Parent!We still have a tremendous need for foster parents to give aid to pets in need of extra care. Fostering is a full-time job, but if you have the time and dedication, you can make a difference to these pets. You must be a Broward County resident, 18 years old, and complete a Foster Application. For information, contact our Foster Program Coordinator at 954-359-1313 ext. 9271.
Hey! It’s Me, Scout! I’m still in need of a loving family! I enjoy the outdoors and really know how to have a good time! I will do best in a household where I am the only pet and where I can play with older kids. I am a great gal and I promise you won’t be sorry once you meet me. My adoption fee is only $25! I am located at the Fort Lauderdale Adoption Center, 1870 S.W. 39th St. We are open for adoptions this Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Beat the Heat Update!! Due to the overwhelming response to this program, our agency–and the Humane Society of Broward–are at capacity. Therefore, all additional calls to our number will be waitlisted. Please check with the other members of the Southeast Florida Region Spay/Neuter Coalition for possible reservations:
- Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control: 561-233-1261
- Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League: 561-686-3663
- Humane Society of Greater Miami: 305-696-0800
- Miami-Dade Animal Services: 311
Super Paw Challenge! Don’t forget, adopt a dog or cat at our Adoption Center this weekend and you will be able to enter your name in a raffle in order to guess the winner of the Super Bowl. On Monday, February 5, we will draw a name from the winning team’s bowl and award a special pet gift basket to the lucky Super Paw winner!! GO PATS! GO GIANTS!
The Event Excitement Continues!!
- This Saturday, February 4:
- WOOFSTOCK 2012 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sawgrass Sanctuary, 237 N. New River Circle, Sunrise.
- Dog Bowl 2012 at T.Y. Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 3300 N. Park Road, Hollywood
- Pictures with your Sweetheart: Bring your pets out for a Valentine’s Day photo and some treats. This event will be held at our Fort Lauderdale facility, 1870 S.W. 39 St., from noon to 2 p.m.
- Saturday, February 18, and Sunday, February 19:
- Adoption Event at Petco, 1470 E. Hallandale Beach Blvd., Hallandale Beach 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Pet Expo at Pompano Citi Centre, 1955-201 N. Federal Highway, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m
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