Hey, Rainy Day Rovers! With wind and rain expected this weekend, keep your raincoat handy and your pup's towel closer. Read on for some important updates.
Today’s Highlights:
Pup Hack ❤️🩹
Barkworthy Events 🗓️
Bone Appetit 🍝
Nose To Know 🤔
Paws For Thought
“In the eyes of a dog, you are not just a person; you are their world, their adventure, their everything.”
Show Support
Wear Your Dog Love
Broward Bark now has its own shirt shop! From proud dog moms and dads to anyone who loves a little dog humor, we've got a tee for you. Choose your favorite design and color, and wear your dog love wherever you go.
Every purchase helps keep Broward Bark sniffing out the best dog-friendly events and local spots for you and your pup. ❤️
Pup Hack
Honk Honk
A reverse sneeze can sound scary, but it is usually harmless. Your dog may stiffen up, stretch their 🪿 neck, and make a loud honking or snorting sound. This happens when the soft palate spasms and your dog rapidly pulls air in.
You may be able to help. Gently place your hand over your dog's nostrils for a moment and massage the throat. This encourages a swallow and often ends the episode fast.
See your vet if episodes last longer than a minute ⏰ or become frequent.
Barkworthy Events 🗓️
Submit Your Event Here
💨 With wind and rain expected this weekend, organizers may cancel or reschedule some events. Please call ahead to confirm before heading out!
Rescheduled
New Date: October 25th
Due to the weather forecast, organizers have moved DogFest Weston to October 25th.
Celebrate our four-legged friends at DogFest Weston, a fun community event supporting local 🐕 dog adoption. Meet adoptable pups, browse the DogFest Vendors Market and enter your dog in the costume contest.
The whole family can enjoy face 🎨 painting, balloon art, kids' dog crafts, a free family photo booth and live music from local artists.
🗓️ Sun 10/25 - 5pm-8:30pm
🔔 Remind Me
Weston Town Center
1675 Market St.
Weston, FL 33326
People & Pups
Fun, Food & Live Entertainment
Bring the whole family, including your four-legged friends, for the Blu Nose People & Pups Concert, a dog-friendly community celebration packed with fun for all ages.
Enjoy live entertainment, tasty food 🌭 from local vendors, family activities, photo opportunities, and plenty of chances to spend time with neighbors, friends, and fellow dog lovers.
Admission is free, so bring the kids, bring your 🐕 pups, and come enjoy an evening of music, food, and fun!
🗓️ Fri 10/16 - 5pm-9pm
🔔 Remind Me
Tamarac Park
7501 N. University Dr.
Tamarac, FL 33321
Nature Pack Walk
Join The Doggie Walk Club!
Join The Doggie Walk Club for a scenic 🌴 stroll of 1 to 1.5 miles through Hugh Taylor Birch State Park in Fort Lauderdale. Doors open at 9:45 AM.
Afterward, head to The Grill at The Grove for treat bags, adoptable dogs, food and drinks for purchase, plus $1 off Lucky One 🍋 Lemonade.
Park entry is $6 per vehicle. Meet fellow dog people and give your pup a little adventure outside the neighborhood.
🗓️ Sun 10/18 - 10am-12pm
🔔 Remind Me
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
3109 E. Sunrise Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Boos & Barks
Calling All Pets & Their People!
Dress up your pup for Pet Evolution's Howl-A-Ween Costume Contest! Compete for prizes in four categories: Mr. or Miss Pet Evolution, Most Creative, Funniest, and Best Dog + Owner Combo.
Enjoy 📸 photo ops, treats, and 🎃 Halloween surprises with your four-legged friend.
Register from 12pm to 1pm. The first 30 guests to register receive a complimentary treat bag!
🗓️ Sun 10/18 - 12pm-3pm
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Pet Evolution
5608 S. Flamingo Rd.
Cooper City, FL 33330
Night Of Light
A Fun, Free Family Event
Bring the kids, bring the pups, and dress up for a fun 🎃 Halloween evening! The Church at Oakland Park is hosting Night of Light, a free event for the whole family. Enjoy candy for the kids, games, and a photo booth to capture your Halloween looks.
Dogs get their share of the fun with a costume contest, games, and treats!
🗓️ Sat 10/31 - 6pm-9pm
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The Church At Oakland Park
801 NE 34th Ct.
Oakland Park, FL 33334
Halloween Harvest
Dog Day At Huizenga Park
Spooky season hits Downtown Fort Lauderdale with a dog-friendly 🎃 Halloween market full of farmers, local makers, food, pumpkins and music. Costumes are encouraged for kids and pups alike, and kids can trick-or-treat while supplies last.
Pups get their own fun: join Doggy Costume Pilates with Wellness Lab before the market opens (bring your mat), collect stamps on the Doggy Passport Walk, then enter the costume contest for a shot at a prize. Cute, funny, spooky 👻 or ridiculous all count.
🗓️ Sun 10/25 - 12pm-4pm
🔔 Remind Me
Huizenga Park
32 E. Las Olas Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Bone Appetit
Luigi’s Tuscan Grill
Luigi's Tuscan Grill on Las Olas Boulevard serves homemade pasta, fresh local seafood, Margherita pizza 🍕 and hearty steaks and veal chops. The waterfront patio offers a relaxed, scenic setting for an Italian dinner in Fort Lauderdale.
Your pup 🐕 can come along, too! The dog-friendly outdoor seating lets you enjoy dinner with your four-legged companion. Serving the neighborhood since 1996, Luigi's pairs Tuscan flavors with a cozy Mediterranean atmosphere.
Luigi’s Tuscan Grill
1105 E. Las Olas Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Beyond Broward
Paws & Pour
Mizner Court is hosting a Halloween dog costume evening at its dog park. Bring your pup dressed up, or borrow a costume on site for photos. There's a fall-themed 🖼️ photo setup with professional pet photoshoots by dogoboca.
Calusa Veterinary Center will be there for complimentary pet checkups, answers to your questions, and goodies. Residents can enjoy wine, food, and snacks while the four-legged crowd mingles under the lights. Everything is complimentary for residents.
🗓️ Mon 10/19 - 6pm-9pm
🔔 Remind Me
Mizner Court Dog Park
751 Banyan Trail
Boca Raton, FL 33431
Take Me Home!
Change A Life Today
Meet Rusty, a gentle, friendly pup with a curious spirit and a face you can't help but love! At about 1 year and 9 months old, this 51-pound sweetheart loves cuddles, playtime, and making new friends.
Rusty shines in the Broward Buddies program and does well around other dogs and new people during public outings. He's ready for a loving ❤️ family to call his own. Could yours be the one?
Ask about Rusty using ID #A2477064
Call: 954-359-1313
Broward County Animal Care
2400 SW 42nd St.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Nose To Know 🤔
Your Dog Knows When You Lie
Think your dog doesn't notice when you fake throw the ball? Think again. Research shows dogs can recognize dishonesty - and they remember it. In studies, dogs stopped responding to people who repeatedly gave false cues or empty promises. Their ability to read body language and tone isn’t just about obedience; it’s about trust.
So next time you're tempted to trick your pup, remember: that tail wag might stop if they catch on. Honesty really is a dog’s best friend.
Our Fans
Random Costume Contest Contestants
Ox
Cooper
👋 Noemi says - “Ox is a rambunctious 1-year-old Corgi who loves people, playtime and ALL THE ATTENTION.”
👋 Rachel says - “Best friend always happy and by my side - loving on his Batman costume.”
Join the fun - submit your dog
Furcast
Friday - 🌦️ 91 🌡️ 76
Sun and clouds with an afternoon thunderstorm.
Saturday - ⛈️ 85 🌡️ 71
Mostly cloudy with showers and storms later.
Sunday - ⛈️ 83 🌡️ 72
Cloudy with showers, storms and afternoon breezes.
Fido Says: Florida weather is like a dog with a tennis ball - it changes its mind every five seconds!
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