Hey, dog lovers! August is still bringing the heat, but we've sniffed out a fresh batch of fun.
Today’s Highlights:
Pup Hack ❤️🩹
Barkworthy Events 🗓️
Bone Appetit 🍕
Nose To Know 🤔
Paws For Thought
“To a dog, your return is always worth celebrating. Imagine loving life with that much enthusiasm.”
Pup Hack
Try The Zen Bowl Game
Mental 🧘 exercise can tire out a busy pup just as much as a long walk. Place a treat in a bowl and slowly lower it toward the floor. If your dog rushes forward, calmly lift the bowl. The moment they pause or step back, lower it again.
When the bowl reaches the floor, use a release word like "Okay" and let them enjoy the reward. This quiet game builds patience, focus and self-control while giving your pup's brain a satisfying workout.
Barkworthy Events 🗓️
Submit Your Event Here
National Dog Month
Celebrate With A Pup Cup At Petco
Fall is almost here! Petco is launching Doggie Pumpkin 🎃 Spice Lattes.
This free, limited-edition treat for pups features a whipped Pup Cup dusted with Native Pet's Pumpkin Powder.
The one-day giveaway runs from 5-7 pm. at most Petco 🐾 stores. It is the perfect photo op for cozy fall vibes and canine content. Please check with your local store before heading out, as some information online lists the event time as 6-8 pm.
🗓️ Tue 8/25 - 5pm-7pm
Petco
Most Locations
Wags & Tales
Read, Grow, And Make A Furry Friend
The Wags & Tales program is a free literacy initiative where children ages 5-12 practice reading 📖 aloud to certified therapy dogs in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
This program is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please register here.
Participants learn how to be safe around animals and what a loving ❤️ friend a dog can be, all while improving their reading skills.
🗓️ Sat 8/22 - 10:30am-11:30am
Northwest Regional Library
3151 N. University Dr.
Coral Springs, FL 33065
Bow Wow Ween
14th Annual Community Event
Celebrate Halloween 👻 with your pup at Pembroke Pines' 14th Annual Bow Wow Ween at K-9 Officer Craig Rupp Dog Park.
Enjoy costume contests for dogs of all sizes, fun games, prizes and pet-related vendors. One lucky pup will also be crowned Mister or Miss Bow Wow Ween 2026!
Meet Broward Bark there and score some freebies for you and your pup!
🗓️ Sat 10/3 - 9am-12pm
Craig Rupp K-9 Dog Park
9751 Johnson St.
Pembroke Pines, FL 33026
Let's Pawty!
National Dog Day at Rhythm + Vine
Bring your pup to Rhythm + Vine for a tail-wagging National Dog Day celebration!
Guests of legal drinking age can enjoy a complimentary Lucky One alcoholic lemonade, featuring vodka, real 🍋 lemon juice and natural flavors.
Drinks are first come, first served while supplies last, so arrive ready to sip, socialize and celebrate with your favorite four-legged 🐾 sidekick.
🗓️ Wed 8/26 - 5pm-11pm
Rhythm + Vine
401 NE 5th Terr.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Bone Appetit
Dog-Friendly Dining Directory
We're upgrading our directory and adding tons of dog-friendly dining spots across the county. Be sure to bookmark this page and check back soon.
Visited a dog-friendly spot lately? If you snapped some 📸 photos, send them our way so we can get them posted and help other dog parents find great spots!
Take Me Home!
Change A Life Today
🪪 ID: 22702701 🪪
Meet Jerry, a charming 4-month-old Poodle mix with plenty of puppy energy ⚡️ and a whole lot of love to give. He's affectionate, playful, good with kids, dogs and cats, and ready to find his forever family.
Nope, Jerry's photo was not AI generated. He's just naturally this cute.
Jerry is neutered, up to date on his shots, and ready to bring some serious puppy fun 😊 into the right home.
Visit UFAR to adopt Jerry.
UFAR Animals Rescue
364 S. State Rd. 7
Margate, FL 33068
Nose To Know 🤔
The World’s Heaviest Dog
Zorba, an Old English Mastiff from London, was once recognized by Guinness as the world's heaviest dog. He weighed at least 319 pounds and stretched more than 8 feet from nose to tail, making him one very big boy.
Can you imagine the food bill? That was one hungry pup!
Beyond Broward ☀️
Just A Sniff Away!
Miami Dachshund Club 🐕 is taking over Wynwood for National Dog Day!
Bring your dachshund, your friends, and your best Miami-inspired outfit to Elevar Rooftop at the AC Hotel Wynwood. Enjoy local vendors, drinks from the rooftop bar, doggy pools, photo-worthy moments and plenty of new furry friends.
Round up your doxie crew and get ready for an unforgettable rooftop 🎉 celebration!
🗓️ Sun 8/30 - 11am-2pm
AC Hotel Wynwood
3400 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33137
Our Fans
Pack Spotlight
Dunkin
Bella
👋 Meet Dunkin! This cute little guy is all ready for his favorite part of the morning - walk time with his human, Sarah. Who could say no to that sweet face?
👋 Robert says his dog Bella loves Broward Bark! Bella is looking for some dog-friendly spots where she can hang out outdoors and listen to live music. Know a good place? Drop a reply.
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