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Local fun for your furry friends and humans 🦴
Hello, Leash Leaders! Ready to sniff out some excitement? We've marked our territory on all the best spots and events - no fire hydrant left unchecked!
Today’s Highlights:
Paw Care You’re Missing 🐾
Barkworthy Events 🗓️
Bone Appetit 🦐
Interesting Dog Fact 🤔
Let’s roll…
Paws For Thought
"Dogs don't check their phones when you're talking to them, don't multitask during a walk, and never pretend to listen while thinking about something else. They've mastered the art of being completely present."
Paw Care
Why Wipe Your Dog’s Paw
Regularly wiping your dog’s paws with a damp cloth after walks can do wonders - not just to keep your floors clean, but to protect your dog’s health. Paw pads 🐾 can pick up all sorts of harmful substances like lawn pesticides, other dogs’ waste that can contain bacteria or parasites, or tiny glass shards.
Cleaning 🫧 their paws helps prevent irritation, infections, and accidental ingestion of toxins 💀 when they lick their feet later.
Make a gentle habit of wiping their paws after every 🐕🦺 walk - in the city or at the park - and your pup’s paws - and overall health - will thank you.
Barkworthy Events 🗓️
Know of a dog-friendly event? Reply to share it!
WingsFest 2025
Family Fun With Paws & Wings
Get ready for a sizzling showdown at the Doc Reno’s WingsFest! Local restaurants and food trucks will compete for the title of “Best Chicken Wings” 🍗 in South Florida. This free, family-friendly, and dog-friendly event invites you to bring your pups 🐕 along for a fun-filled day.
Enjoy live 🎸 music, kids’ activities, artisan vendors, a silent auction, and plenty of delicious food options to satisfy every craving. Don’t miss your chance to sample the region’s finest wings and cast your vote for the People’s Choice winner.
All proceeds benefit the My Family Matters Foundation, which supports families with children battling cancer. It’s a tasty way to give back while having a great time with your whole family - furry friends 🐕🦺 included!
🗓️ Sat 6/14 - 5pm-10pm
Margate Sports
1695 Banks Rd.
Margate, FL. 33063
Closet Swap
Swap, Shop & Support!
What do you get when you mix gently used dog gear, an Insta-famous dog, and a mission to make the world more dog-friendly?
You get BINDI’S CLOSET SWAP - and it’s finally here!
Come enjoy a tail-wagging 🐕 good time swapping your pup’s pre-loved clothes, toys, and accessories for new-to-you goodies!
Shop, Sniff, and Snack! 🍔
🗓️ Sat 6/28 - 3pm-6pm
LauderAle Brewery
3305 SE 14th Ave.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL. 33316
Dog Dad Day
Pawrents: Single & Mingle
Calling all dog dads for an evening of fun, brews, and meeting other single fur parents.
Enjoy some local brews in a relaxed environment. A dating 🥰 algorithm will reveal your match before the event ends!
Your dog 🐕 is your wingman, so make sure they bring their A-game.
Goodie bags provided by 🐶 The Farmer’s Dog.
Please reserve your spot today!
🗓️ Sat 6/14 - 5pm-7pm
LauderAle Brewery
3305 SE 14th Ave.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL. 33316
Basset Fiesta
Tacos & Tails
Get ready to fiesta with the hounds at the Mexican Basset Fiesta! Enjoy delicious 🌮 food, raffles, and plenty of fun at Tequila Sunrise Mexican Grill. Plus, you might just find your new best friend thanks to Suncoast Basset Rescue. Don’t miss out on a 🐾 paw-some day of tacos and tails wagging!
🗓️ Sat 6/28 - 6pm-9pm
Tequila Sunrise Mexican Grill
4711 N. Dixie Hwy. Unit C
Oakland Park, FL. 33334
Adoption Event
All Colors, Sizes, And Breeds!
Karma Bath & Body Co. is teaming up with Good Karma Pet Rescue for a pet adoption event at their store at the Promenade in 🌴 Coconut Creek. Come shop your favorite bath and self-care goodies - from unique soaps and body scrubs 🧼 to shampoo, skin care, and more. While you’re there, meet some adorable pets ready to find their forever homes.
🗓️ Sat 6/7 - 1:pm-4:pm
Karma Bath & Body Co.
4431 Lyons Rd. #102
Coconut Creek, FL. 33073
Woofing Waters
The Wet Nose Dog Park
Woofing Waters offers all the tail-wagging favorites of a great dog park, including fully fenced areas for small and large dogs, and a convenient 🐕🦺 dog wash station. But what sets it apart are its unique features designed for extra fun and relaxation.
This one-of-a-kind park boasts water features like 💦 sprinklers and jets where pups can splash and cool off. Plus, there’s even a snack bar with tasty treats 🍪 for your four-legged friend! Entry is $5 per visit, or you can snag an annual pass for just $25.
For an adventure on the water, rent a boat and paddle 🛶 around the lake with your pup! It’s an experience you won’t find at most dog parks.
Dogs must be registered for passes; contact the park for details. 954-357-5100
Quiet Waters Park
401 S. Powerline Rd.
Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Sandbar Grill
Oceanfront Dining Experience
Sandbar Grill, located right on Ft. Lauderdale Beach, is a laid-back spot known for casual American and Caribbean-inspired dishes. Favorites like the 🐟 Wicked Good Fish Tacos, blackened mahi, and shrimp skewers keep locals and visitors coming back for more. With oceanfront seating and a full 🍸 bar, it’s the perfect place to relax after a day in the sun.
Best of all, Sandbar Grill is dog-friendly - so you can bring your furry companion along to enjoy the beach vibes and delicious food together. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite or settling in for a leisurely meal, it’s a welcoming spot for both you and your 🐶 pup.
Sandbar Grill
2030 N. Atlantic Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL. 33305
Know a dog-friendly restaurant?
Reply here and spill the kibble!
Take Me Home!
Change A Life Today
Meet Metallica - a handsome, 2-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier 🐕 weighing 67 pounds. This neutered male is looking for a loving forever home. Ready to share plenty of great moments and make new memories, Metallica 🤘 could be the perfect addition to your family.
Broward County Animal Care
2400 SW 42nd St.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL. 33312
Beyond Broward ☀️
Just A Sniff Away!
Pooch Parade
Birthday Celebration
Celebrate Life and Love at Beagles in Color - plus Paco & Luigi’s 🎂 birthdays!
Enjoy a colorful 🌈 Pooch Parade - wear your favorite hue, and dive into the fun. Let your pup become an artist with Color Me Canine, a pawtrait activity available with donations of $8 or more. Don’t miss the 🧁 birthday treats!
The park offers separate areas for small and large dogs, pet bathing stations, water fountains, a lake, and more.
Be sure to RSVP for your spot.
🗓️ Sat 6/14 - 3pm-5pm
Perrine Wayside Park
16425 S. Dixie Hwy.
Palmetto Bay, FL. 33157
🤔 Interesting Facts
The “Guilty Look”
That “Who, me?” face your dog makes after wrecking the couch isn’t guilt - it’s clever manipulation. Dogs don’t actually feel guilt like humans; they’re experts at reading our moods.
Before you even say a word, your pup senses your tension and instantly deploys the classic sad eyes and slink-away move. It’s their way to avoid trouble - and it works every time. Sneaky little pros, those pups!
👋 Summer’s adorable pup Lilypad is stealing hearts with those soulful eyes and that sweet smile. Looks like someone’s ready for endless belly rubs and adventures! Thanks for sharing your sunshine with us.
👋 Renee shared this photo of her boy Benji, who’s about to turn 2 on July 19th! This happy moment was captured at Snyder Park - looks like Benji is loving every minute of the great outdoors. Happy early birthday, Benji!
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Fido’s Forecast
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Saturday
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Sunday
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