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Today’s Highlights:
Pup Health ❤️🩹
Barkworthy Events 🗓️
Bone Appetit 🍔
Nose To Know 🤔
Paws For Thought
“Love looks a lot like a dog waiting by the door for you.”
Pup Health
The “Kitchen Cabinet” Paw Hack
Ever notice your pup’s paws feeling like sandpaper? Between scorching Florida asphalt and abrasive sand, a dog’s pads take a beating, leading to painful "micro-tears." While there are plenty of expensive balms, the ultimate pro-tip is likely already in your kitchen: Organic Coconut Oil.
Applying a thin layer acts as a natural antibacterial barrier that locks in moisture and fends off heat damage. Best of all, it’s 100% "lick-safe" - so when your dog inevitably tries to taste their new "pedicure," you don’t have to worry about toxic chemicals. A quick rubdown once a week keeps those paws soft and ready for the trail!
Barkworthy Events 🗓️
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Easter Fun
Play, Sniff, Splash, Repeat
Grab your spot for a tail-wagging Easter 🐰 adventure made just for pups. This fun-filled event features off-leash play, pool access, a sensory garden, raffles, activities, photo ops, and an Easter egg 🥚 hunt for select ticket holders. With three ticket options available, now is the time to hop on it.
🗓️ Sun 3/29 - 1pm-4pm
Residence
1111 NW 76th Ave.
Plantation, FL 33322
Wellness Clinic
Low-Cost Care
Need a quick vet 🩺 visit without the hassle of an appointment? This walk-in clinic has you covered. Services include general checkups, vaccinations, diagnostic labs, microchipping, fecal exams, cytology, ear cleaning, and nail trims - no appointment necessary.
Dogs must be on leashes 📿 and cats in carriers. Best of all, by bringing your pet, you are helping cover vet expenses for shelter animals.
🗓️ Wed 3/25 - 1pm-6pm
UFAR Animal Rescue
364 S. St Rd. 7
Margate, FL 33068
Comedy & Canines
For A Good Cause
Bring your pup 🐕 to this dog-friendly comedy show for an unforgettable night of stand-up comedy, social dogs, and a great cause. Enjoy plenty of laughs 🤣 while your furry friend mingles with other pups.
All dogs attending must have current vaccinations 💉 on file with Barkyard and Brews. Email: [email protected]
🗓️ Fri 3/27 - 7pm-9pm
Barkyard N’ Brews
817 NW 1st St.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
Grand Opening
Support The Local Community
Check out the North Lauderdale 🛍️ Marketplace, a dog-friendly 🐾 grand opening filled with great food, local vendors, community spirit, and free entry. Bring your pup along and enjoy a fun community event with plenty to see, shop, and explore.
🗓️ Sat 3/21 - 10am-2pm
City Hall - Front Lawn
701 SW 71st Ave.
North Lauderdale, FL 33068
Student Dog Wash
Scrub A Pup Saturday
Give your pup a clean, refreshed look at this student-run dog wash 💦 hosted by West Broward High’s Vet Assisting program. From baths and blow dries to nail trims and ear cleaning, your dog 🐶 will be in good hands while you support a great cause.
Bundle deals available, plus professional photos to capture your freshly cleaned pup.
🗓️ Sat 3/28 - 10am-2pm
West Broward High School
500 NW 209th Ave
Pembroke Pines, FL 33029
Mutts & Martinis
Riverwalk Unleashed
Ft. Lauderdale's Riverwalk is going to the dogs - and it’s going to be a good time.
The annual 🍸 Martinis & Mutts 🐶 event is back with a Peanut Butter Eating Contest, a Doggie Fashion Show, pet-themed vendors, raffle prizes, and local rescues on site with adoptable dogs looking for their people.
Dogs, vendors, raffle 🎉 prizes, and martinis. What more do you need?
🗓️ 3/21 - 2pm-5pm
Esplanade Park
400 SW 2nd St.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33321
Beyond Broward ☀️
Just A Sniff Away!
Bring your pup out for a dog-friendly weekend at Pinto's Farm 🚜, packed with photo spots, rides, a painting activity, food trucks, and more. Add in the restaurant, brewery, and open-air fun, and you have a great way to spend the day with your dog 🐶 and the family.
🗓️ 3/21 & 3/22 - 10:30am-7pm
Pinto’s Farm
14890 SW 216th St.
Miami, FL 33170
Only in South Florida. The Marc Jacobs Aventura store is hosting 'Bark Jacobs' - where you can get a complimentary pet portrait (with purchase) painted on select Marc Jacobs leather handbags by a talented local 🎨 artist. Yes, your pup can literally become part of your 👜 bag.
Catch this event on weekends through March 29, with dogs welcome in-store.
🗓️ Sat 3/21 - 3/29 (Weekends)
Aventura Mall
19501 Biscayne Blvd.
Aventura, FL 33180
Boca Street Fest brings the energy to Mizner Park with live music 🎵 on two stages, a lively marketplace with nearly 100 vendors and makers, food vendors, and plenty of community fun in the heart ❤️ of Boca. Leashed dogs 🐕 are welcome, so your pup can come along for the fun too.
Stroll the park, shop local, grab a bite, and enjoy an upbeat afternoon packed with entertainment.
🗓️ Sat 3/28 - 12pm-4pm
Mizner Park
590 Plaza Real
Boca Raton, FL 33432
Bone Appetit
Yard House
If you are looking for a lively spot with great food and a dog-friendly patio, Yard House at Gulfstream Park delivers. Their large dog-friendly outdoor patio is the perfect place to settle in with your pup while you browse a menu loaded with made-from-scratch favorites - think Poke Nachos, street tacos, burgers, seafood, and steak.
Oh, and the beer list? There are over 100 draft brews on tap. There’s something for everyone here, including Fido.
Yard House
601 Silks Run
Hallendale Beach, FL 33009
Take Me Home!
Change A Life Today
This 10-week-old Goldendoodle is exactly what he looks like - silly, energetic, and full of personality.
Pablo is already working on his crate and house training, so he just needs an adopter willing to keep that momentum going.
At 22 lbs and still growing, Pablo loves attention and playtime and gets along great with kids and other dogs.
Pablo will be available for adoption after his neuter on 3/24. Think you've got what it takes to keep up with this guy?
View Pablo’s profile 📋 or apply today.
Saving Sage Animal Rescue
8736 W. Commercial Blvd.
Sunrise, FL 33351
Nose To Know 🤔
Is Your Dog Actually Sorry?
That classic "guilty look" - a tucked tail and sad eyes - isn't actually remorse. Research shows dogs strike this pose as a reaction to your frustrated body language, not their own past crimes. Even if they’re innocent, they’ll look "guilty" just to appease you and de-escalate the tension.
Essentially, your dog isn't saying, "I'm sorry I ate the couch." They're saying "I can tell you’re upset, so I’m going to look as small as possible until you’re happy again!" This happens because dogs lack the complex "moral reasoning" required for guilt, but they are world-class experts at reading human emotions to survive.
Our Fans
Pack Spotlight
Scott & His Sidekick
Teddy
👋 Scott shared this great shot of his pup out for a walk and clearly loving it. With that big smile and tongue out, this happy dog looks like he’s enjoying every second by Scott's side.
👋 Wanda says Teddy is one cool dog, and this photo proves it. With those colorful shades and that bright yellow bandana, Teddy looks relaxed, happy, and ready to turn heads.
Share a 📸 of your pup - hit reply!
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Fido's Forecast
Saturday
☀️ 79 🌡️ 62 | Mild
Sunday
☀️ 81 🌡️ 62 | Sunny
Monday
☀️ 82 🌡️ 63 | Sunny
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