Oh How sweet it is...!

The Cat Network is having a Valentine's Day Ice Cream fundraising at Cherry Smash Ice Cream Parlour in Coral Springs on Thursday, February 12, 2015.

Treat yourself to delicious specialty ice cream sundaes, old fashioned malts, ice cream sodas, banana splits, and more. All in a unique old fashion ambiance.

The event will be from 6 - to 8 pm; a $5 contribution will get you five tickets for the raffle featuring fabulous prizes.

The Cat Network is dedicated to reducing the overpopulation of stray and feral cats in South Florida through the humane practice of sterilization, vaccination, and release.

How sweet that is! Yummy ice cream confections and saving homeless cats. Everybody's welcome :)


Cherry Smash
8000 Wiles Rd
Coral Springs, FL 33067
954.346.0999

Cinco de Gato at Petsmart!

Come celebrate Cinco de Gato with The Cat Network on Saturday, May 5 at local Miami PetSmart locations. Many cats and kittens will be available for adoption.

• Petsmart Colonial Palms
• Petsmart Kendall Lakes
• Petsmart Coral Gables

We will be celebrating PetSmart Charities National Adoption Weekend Adoption; and throwing one fun-filled fantastic feline fiesta!

Come adopt the amor of your life!

For more information, please visit http://thecatnetwork.org/

Spring Bling Fur Paws Red Carpet Event!

This exclusive red carpet event is being held both inside Michele’s Dining Lounge  in Fort Lauderdale  as well as outside to accommodate the animals’ adoring and supporting public!

The event is on April 22nd, 2012 from 10:00 am till 8:00 pm and will be benefiting several non-profit  animal rescue organizations, featuring Warm Hearts Pet Rescue, Inc.

• Raffles
• Silent Auctions
• Celebrity Guest appearances
• Vendors
• Pet Adoptions
• Face painting and kids activities
• The highlight of the evening will be the Divine Doggie Fashion Show!!!

The Red Carpet will be decorated in stylish pooch ensembles, provided by Pretty In Bling and Paws On Palm Beach, as some of our four legged friends hit the runway!

For more information, please contact:
Warm Hearts Pet Rescue, Inc.
(561) 588-0083

Celebrate Feline February!

Stop by Abandoned Pet Recue in Fort Lauderdale any day between 12-5pm to meet their Fantastic Felines!

Adopt one (or more) of special kitties during February and enter a raffle for a new kitty condo by Majestic Cats!

Help them find loving, forever homes!

For more information, please visit:

Abandoned Pet Rescue
1137 NE 9th Ave

Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304
Phone: 954-728-9010
www.abandonedpetrescue.org

Doggie-Palooza 2011 in Plantation!

The City of Plantation, Parks & Recreation Department is hosting DOGGIE PALOOZA - A DOG EXPO, Saturday, January 29, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Happy Tails Dog Park, 6600 S.W. 16th Street, in Plantation.

Come and enjoy a whole day full of fun and activities:

• Demonstrations by Plantation Police K-9’s.
• Frisbee Dog Show
• Storm Riders Flyball Team
• Best Dressed Pooches
• Pet/Owner Look-A-Like Contest
• Prizes, Raffles
• Pet Adoption

Admission is a $1.00 for human companions, Canines are free!

For more information call 954-452-2503

Pet Bingo Night!

The Pet Project for Pets is hosting a Pet Bingo Night at the Depot on Tuesday, August 17, 2010 from 8-10pm.

All the proceeds benefit The Pet Project for Pets. The mission of The Pet Project for Pets is to help people living with HIV/AIDS or other disabling conditions to keep their pets by providing pet care and ongoing support.

The Depot is located on 1243 N.E. 11 Avenue, Fort Lauderdale.

Let's play Bingo for a good cause!

For more information please 954-568-5678
www.petprojectforpets.org

Summer is here! - Enjoy Fort Lauderdale's Dog Beach.

Pets and people are looking for places to chill out; have some fun, and enjoy South Florida's beautiful beaches!

Fort Lauderdale' Canine Beach is the perfect place to spend a day under sun along with our canine friends!
Canine Beach is located on Sunrise Boulevard at A1A in Fort Lauderdale. From the center line of Sunrise Boulevard at A1A north to Lifeguard Stand # 5. The Canine Beach is about 100-yard section of beach.
It is open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays all year-round. Summer Hours are 5 pm – 9 pm

Annual and One-Weekend Permits are available:

• $30 per dog, tax included (Fort Lauderdale Residents)
• $45 per dog, tax included (Non-Residents)
• One-Weekend Permit (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) - $7 per dog. One-Weekend Permits may be purchased from the Park Ranger on duty at Canine Beach.
• Annual permit must be purchased in person at 1350 West Broward Boulevard (9 am – 4 pm, Monday – Friday). Future renewals can be handled by mail.

Extra pooper scoopers are available, if needed. Please see the Park Ranger on duty.

For more information, please Tel: 954-828-PARK (954-828-7275)


http://www.fortlauderdale.gov/cityparks/canine_beach/index.htm

Calling All Animal Lovers! The Pet Care Fair and 1-Mile Fun Walk!

Join Us For The Pet Care Fair and 1-Mile Fun Walk!

Saturday, May 1

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Miami Bayfront Park
(301 North Biscayne Boulevard)
Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. The FREE 1 Mile Fun Walk begins at 9:30 a.m.

Walk participants will receive an ASPCA bandana and goody bag complete with product samples and coupons from pet care sponsors. Donations are encouraged, and all proceeds will benefit the Humane Society of Greater Miami, Miami-Dade Animal Services and The Cat Network.

Stay and enjoy The Pet Care Fair from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

FREE FUN FOR ALL!

•  Adoptable dogs and cats in need of loving homes provided by Humane Society of Greater Miami, Miami-Dade Animal Services and The Cat Network
• Main stage entertainment including Frisbee dog shows, expert Q&As, grooming demonstrations and more
• Pet care education from experts, including one-on-one consultations with local veterinarians and animal behaviorists from local shelters
• Educational booths, pet care products and samples from event sponsors
• Photo opportunities with your pet
• Face painting for kids

YOU CAN HELP!:

Animal lovers everywhere are encouraged to visit www.facebook.com/lendapaw and help “Lend a Paw” to support the ASPCA’s mission to save and improve the lives of millions of animals nationwide.

By clicking on the “Click to Lend a Paw” button, Walmart, through the generous contribution of key pet suppliers, will donate $1 for each “click,” for a total donation of up to $100,000.

Abandoned Pet Rescue Adoption Drive!

Abandoned Pet Rescue (APR) will have dog and cat adoptions on Saturday, February 6th, 2010 at Whole Foods Market in Plantation. The event will run from 11:00am till 2:00pm.

Come and meet the staff and volunteers of APR! They will be more than happy to show you all the wonderful dogs, puppies, cats and kittens available for adoption. Volunteer opportunities available!

Give the give of love, adopt a pet!

For more information, please call 954-728-9010
www.abandonedpetrescue.org

2nd Annual Pugs & Pooches WinterBark 2010!

Compassionate Pug Rescue will be holding their 2nd Annual Pugs & Pooches WinterBark 2010!

The event will be on January 23, 2010 at the South County Regional Park at Sunset Cove in Boca Raton, Florida from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Raffles and Prizes
• K-9 Demos
• Pet Adoptions
• Admission is free!
• Featuring PBC Sheriff Animal Kindness Unit
• All well behaved dogs are welcome to attend!

Rescue groups and local vendors will be educating the public about rescue organizations, information on spay and neutering your pets, caring for your elderly pets.

The event will be held at the South County Regional Park at Sunset Cove [Near Canine Cove Dog Park] located at 12251 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL. The park entrance is located 2.5 miles west of US 441 and North Side of Glades Road. Parking is $5.

All proceeds from the event will benefit Compassionate Pug Rescue and their continued efforts to rescue Pugs within the South Florida area.

Come and join in on all the fun and festivities!

For more information, please visit
http://www.compassionatepugrescue.com/

Low cost spay and neuter for cats!

In an effort to help control the pet overpopulation, Miami-Dade Animal Services will offer low-cost ($15) spay/neuter services for cats, every Thursday at the shelter located at 7401 NW 74th Street, Miami, FL 33166.

• Proof of current rabies vaccination for cats over 4 months of age is required.
• If not vaccinated yet,  a rabies vaccine can be obtained at Animal Services for $10.
• Up to 4 cats per household; 2 months and older.
• Cats must be in separate carriers.
• No food or water after 9:00 p.m. the night before.

If you live in Miami-Dade, take advantage of this great oportunity. There are too many homeless cats and not enough homes for all of them. By spaying or neutering your pets you help to reduce the pet overpopulation and give them happier and healthier lives.

Check in at 7:30 a.m. on Thursdays, starting October 1st, 2009. Space is limited. Arrive early, first come first served!
http://www.miamidade.gov/animals/

Doggy Splash Weekends!

November means fun in the water! Broward County Parks and Recreation Division is hosting the Doggy Splash Weekends!

Gate admission to the park is $1.50 per person (anyone over age 5) and then admission into the water park is $3 per dog! Sessions are 50 minutes long and start at the top of the hour. First session starts at 9 a.m. and last session begins at 4 p.m. No special gear is needed for the dogs to participate!

Dates and locations:
Saturday and Sunday - November 7 & 8, 2009 -- C.B. Smith Park
Saturday and Sunday - November 14 & 15, 2009 -- Central Broward Regional Park
Saturday and Sunday - November 21 & 22, 2009 -- T.Y. Park

Just like last year, volunteers and staff will gladly accept donations of cat and/or dog food (unopened bags of dry or canned), dog cookies or snacks, or cash for the county animal shelters. It’s a great gift for those pets who wish they were being taken by their parents to a special doggy event.

Before you head out the door with your best friend, keep in mind:

• All dogs must have a current rabies vaccine and license tag
• Water playground will be closed to humans. Only dogs and lifeguards allowed.
• Donations will be accepted to benefit homeless animals at Broward County Animal Shelters.
• Enjoy! Have a good time! Send me your best pictures hdrusilla@hotmail.com

For more information call 954-938-0617, or email parkpaws@broward.org

http://www.broward.org/parks/

Dear South Florida Pets readers: I just want to let you know that www.southfloridapets.blogspot.com is still active; I just have been going through a painful episode.

About three weeks ago; my dear cat Drusilla was diagnosed with a stomach tumor. Surgery was not an option. On Saturday, she was put to sleep and now she is in better place. She is waiting for my husband and I at one end of the rainbow bridge. She was very loved and we miss her.

As a tribute to her and to all dear pets who are not longer with us, I just want to publish the beautiful poem "The Rainbow Bridge" inspired by a Norse legend.

"The Rainbow Bridge"

By the edge of a woods, at the foot of a hill,
Is a lush, green meadow where time stands still.
Where the friends of man and woman do run,
When their time on earth is over and done.
For here, between this world and the next,
Is a place where each beloved creature finds rest.
On this golden land, they wait and they play,
Till the Rainbow Bridge they cross over one day.

No more do they suffer, in pain or in sadness,
For here they are whole, their lives filled with gladness.
Their limbs are restored, their health renewed,
Their bodies have healed, with strength imbued.
They romp through the grass, without even a care,
Until one day they start, and sniff at the air.
All ears prick forward, eyes dart front and back,
Then all of a sudden, one breaks from the pack.
For just at that instant, their eyes have met;
Together again, both person and pet.
So they run to each other, these friends from long past,
The time of their parting is over at last.
The sadness they felt while they were apart,
Has turned into joy once more in each heart.
They embrace with a love that will last forever,
And then, side-by-side, they cross over… together

Love you, my dear Gorda...

Happy Birthday Miami- Dade Animal Services!

Come to celebrate the Miami-Dade County Animal Services Department's 4th birthday by coming to the fun and exciting Adoption Party on October 4 at 7401 NW 74 Street from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Give a shelter pet the birthday of a lifetime by taking them home to be a part of your forever family.

Enjoy refreshments, games and get a memorable photo with your new pet at the event. Donations for the shelter pets will also be welcomed. Adoption requirements and fee Adoption requirements and fess apply.s apply.

For more information, please visit: http://www.miamidade.gov/animals/

Palm Beach Veterinary Specialists and Dr. Tim Cutler, veterinary ophthalmologist, will be featured on the Saturday TODAY show, on NBC this Saturday Oct. 3rd 2009 between 7am - 9am.

Dr. Cutler will be performing a cataract surgery on an endangered gorilla, "Josephine" at the Miami Metrozoo.
Check out their website http://www.palmbeachvetspecialists.com/

Happy St. Francis Day!

Animal lovers everywhere celebrate the feast of St. Francis of Assisi on October 4th by having their pets blessed in the spirit of this patron saint of animals and ecology.
 
Start a tradition. Celebrate this pet holiday by:
-Gathering your family, friends and pets and have a time to bless your pets
-Send a pet blessing card to a friend/family pet: http://catholicgreetings.org/PetBlessings/default.asp
-Attend a pet blessing event. 

For more info, please visit http://www.sun-sentinel.com/features/sfl-fv-pet-blessings,0,4309540.story 

Happy St. Francis Day!

Summer Fundraiser for Animal Aid, Inc.!

You are invited to attend a Summer Fundraiser for Animal Aid, Inc. at America's Backyard in Fort Lauderdale.

The event will take place Friday, August 28, 2009 from 6:00 till 9:00pm - Upstair Balcony.

A $10 donation includes:

• VIP Admission
• One free cocktail of your choice
• Animal Friendly Appettizers till 8:00pm
• 2-4-1 Cocktails until 9:00pm
• Prizes, Raffles and lots of fun!

Come and join Animal Aid, Inc. and support a great cause!

For more information or to register online, please visit:

Animal Aid, Inc.

America's Backyard

Wine and Dine with your K9 to Benefit Dachshund Rescue of South Florida

Lets join Paws In The Matter on Saturday August 22, 2009 from 6-8PM at The Briny Pub (305 South Andrews Ave) in Fort Lauderdale to raise funds for a great cause!

A $5 donation to Dachshund Rescue of South Florida gets you “YAPPY HOUR” drinks ($2 drafts,$2 house wine & $3 well drinks) while enjoying DINNER in the company of your K9 and friends.

• Vendors and raffles
• Gourmet doggy food, Mutt-inis, Bowser Beer, by The Doggie Bag Cafe.
  
• Handmade doggy jewelry for humans by Jewelry Junction
  
• Professional Photography
  
• $1 dollar 50/50 drawing & Raffles (Baskets, etc.)
  

All well behaved/leashed K9s & their humans are welcome!

For more information, please visit http://www.meetup.com/MiamiDogRescue/calendar/10860632/

Summer Lovin' Adoption Drive Weekend!/

In celebration of National Homeless Animals Day; Humane Society of Greater Miami will be hosting Summer Lovin' Adoption Drive! Saturday, August 15 and Saturday, August 22, from 1pm to 4pm.

Adorable Dogs will be available for adoption at the South Dade Petco, 18579 South Dixie Highway. There will be food and drinks, give-aways and raffle prizes!

 

A dog adopted from the Humane Society of Greater Miami has already been spayed or neutered and is up-to-date with all vaccines.

On-site adoptions will be offered at a 75% discount - all dogs only $50!

 

This event is FREE! Bring the whole family and fall in love with your new best friend!  

 

South Dade Petco,

18579 South Dixie Highway

Miami, FL 33157

For more information, please call (305) 749-1842
Humane Society of Greater Miami

Boxer Friends at Hurricane Grill and Wings!

Join Boxer Friends at Hurricane Grill and Wings in Plantation! Saturday August 8th, 2009.

Drop by any time between 4 PM and 10 PM.

Enjoy Raffles, Prizes, Great Food and Drinks. Have delicious wings and help support a great cause.

Eat in or take out!

Hurricane Grill and Wings

http://www.hurricanewings.com/

1905 N. Pine Island Road
(Jacaranda Square), Plantation

A portion of the night’s proceeds will go directly to help Boxer Friends,Inc. continue to rescue and place needy Boxers in loving, forever homes.

For more information please call Fran @ 954-646-3786

www.boxerfriends.org

Barkham at Markham! Doggie Park

"Barkham at Markham" is the ultimate doggie park!

The park is about three-acre, fenced-in area, just west of the entrance to Markham Park in Broward County.

It was designed as a space for dogs to play leash-free. It includes sections for both large and small dogs, and it was the first dog park in the County landscaped with Bermuda sod to provide a smooth, even grassy playing surface.

Amenities include:

• 8-foot-wide asphalt paths for walking or jogging with your pet


• Two shelters feature fountains dispensing chilled water for humans, dogs have their own fountains


• Washing dog area for doggies of all sizes!


• The entire dog park is fully ADA accessible.


• Both dogs and their owners are expected to adhere to Dog Park Rules

Enjoy a day in the park with your best friends!

For more information, please call 954-389-2000.
http://www.broward.org/parks/dogpark.htm

The Humane Society of Greater Miami invites you a wine tasting benefit!

Wednesday, July 22, 2009
from 6-9 pm

Miami's Chop House
Met 1 Building
300S. Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, 33131

For more information, please contact stephanie@humanesocietymiami.org

Meow-Meow Basics Seminar / $100 Spay Neuter Voucher

The Humane Society of Broward County is presenting "Meow-Meow Basics - A Seminar for Cat Lovers" on Saturday, July 18, 2009 at their location on Griffin Road in Broward County.

Learn how to understand and educate our feline friends through behavior modifcation.

Issues to be discussed include:
• Litter training
• Scratching
• Marking/spraying
• Stalking
• Fearful cats
• Counter jumping
• Climbing
• Hiding
• Biting
• Cat fights

This class is FREE!

To register, please call 954.266.6875



Attention Palm Beach Pet Owners: Get a $100 Vouchers to Spay/Neuter your Pet!

The Spay/Neuter Voucher Program is a $100 incentive for pet owners of domestic dogs and cats residing in Palm Beach County.

To qualify for the program, you must provide any of the following information:

• Show proof of aid from public assistance programs/unemployment benefits or


• Fall within the definition of low-income by the Federal Poverty Guidelines or


• Be a Senior citizen over the age of 70 years

For more information about the program, please call Palm Beach Animal Care and Control at 561-233-1252.

Click here to download an application!



Pet Adoption Days!

Help a pet in need find a loving home! Friends Forever Rescue is having an adoption fair on Saturday, July 18, 2009 at Petsmart

Adoption fees include the spay/neuter, current vaccinations, tested for heartworms & microchip!Come meet some of the wonderful animals they have available for adoption!

Friends Forever Rescue at PetSmart
Every Saturday from 10am-4pm
13621 S. Dixie Hwy (across from the Falls)


For more information, contact Dee at 786-229-9002, www.FriendsForeverRescue.com