🐕 Sniff out holiday fun & tips

Hello, Festive Fido Fans! 🐾 Whether you're sniffing out holiday treats or guarding the gift pile, it's time for this week's issue of Broward Bark.

Today’s Highlights:

• FDA Alert: Librela ⚠️

• Barkworthy Events 🗓️

• Bone Appetit 🐟

• DIY Paw Balm 🐾

Let’s go…

Paws For Thought
“When a dog looks at you, they don’t see mistakes or flaws - they see their whole world. That kind of love is a lesson we should carry in our hearts every day.”

🎄🕎 Happy Holidays! 🕎🎄

FDA Alert
Librela Linked To Illnesses, Deaths

A popular arthritis medication for dogs has sickened thousands of pets and likely caused others to die, the Food and Drug Administration said in an ⚠️ urgent warning.

Dangerous side effects from the injectable 💉 canine drug Librela (Bedinvetmab) - used to treat osteoarthritis joint pain - have been linked to seizures, lameness, and loss of muscle control, the agency said.

More than 3,600 cases of debilitating dog health problems caused by the medication were reported between January 2023 and March 2024, the FDA said in the 🗒️ cautionary letter published Monday.

Barkworthy Spots & Events

Holiday Pawty
Paws For A Cause!

Cheers Food & Spirits is hosting its Annual Customer Appreciation Holiday Party and Benefit Event for Everglades Angels Dog Rescue! 🎄

There’s no cover charge, but a $10 donation at the door for the cause earns you a coupon for a free drink 🍹 of your choice. Plus, there’s a raffle 🎫 with amazing prizes up for grabs!

Santa 🎅 will make a special appearance with gift bags for all. Photographer Donna Paul will also be there to capture all the fun. Enjoy LIVE MUSIC 🎶 and make it a night to remember!

Don’t miss this festive evening for a great cause!

🗓️ Sat 12/21 - 9pm-1am
Cheers
941 E. Cypress Creek Rd.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33334

Dog Mom Walk
Strut, Socialize, And Sip!

The first Dog Mom Walk of the new year (2025) is coming up!

Start off the year right! It's time to do some cardio 🚶‍♀️‍➡️ and make new friends while taking a stroll with your 🐕‍🦺 pup.

The event begins with a 🙋‍♀️ meet-and-greet, followed by a group walk, and wraps up with a bite to eat at Breezes, where complimentary mimosas will be available.

🗓️ Sun 1/12 - 11am
Bahia Mar - Doubletree Hotel
801 Seabreeze Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316

Adoption Event
Food, Raffles, and Paws

Meet the adorable cats and dogs from Abandoned Pet Rescue this Saturday, at Nexus Shooting Range in Davie! Enjoy a day filled with 🍔 food trucks, a 🎟️ raffle, and the chance to find your new furry 🐩 best friend.

🗓️ Sat 12/21 - 11am-3pm
Nexus
2600 Davie Road
Davie, FL 33314

Hometown Market
Local Flavors & Local Treasures

You won't want to miss the 🥥 Coconut Creek Hometown Market this Saturday!

The Hometown Market takes place bi-weekly on the first and third Saturday of each month at the Township Plaza, located on the southeast corner of Lyons Rd. and Sample Rd., by Veterans Park.

You’ll find a wide variety of goods, including fresh 🍎 produce, bread, cookies, dips, sauces, honey, coffee, jellies, popcorn, 🦴 dog treats, crafts, and much more! Plus, it's 🐕‍🦺 dog-friendly, so bring your furry friends along, and discover something special for them, too. Come support local small businesses!

🗓️ Sat 12/21 - 11am-3pm
Township Plaza
4400 W. Sample Rd.
Coconut Creek, FL 33073

Bone Appetit
15th St. Fisheries

15th Street Fisheries in Ft. Lauderdale is renowned for its fresh 🦐 seafood, offering dishes like pan-roasted grouper and 🦞 lobster mac 'n cheese. Their patio welcomes furry friends, offering a front-row seat to stunning waterfront views and passing 🚤 boats.

Enjoy a relaxing Saturday brunch with your pup, delicious food, and a laid-back vibe. This gem combines great eats with a warm, dog-friendly 🐕 atmosphere.

Legendary Waterfront Seafood

15th St. Fisheries
1900 SE. 15th St.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316

Beyond Broward
Just A Paw’s Length Away

Get ready for the third annual two and four-legged walk to fight animal testing and cruelty, benefiting Beagle Freedom Project. 🐾 This inspiring event brings pups and people together to advocate for an end to animal experimentation, which harms millions of animals like dogs, cats, and mice each year.

Participants will enjoy a one-mile walk through Amelia Earhart Park’s scenic, grassy terrain. Lace up your sneakers 👟 and get moving - every step helps make a difference!

🗓️ Sun 1/15 - 12pm-3pm
Amelia Earhart Park
401 E. 65th St.
Hialeah, FL 33013

Woofer Jobs
Bark Up Your Career!

VCA Animal Hospital
Surgeon 🧑‍⚕️
Benefits Galore!
Hollywood

Coco-Park Animal Hospital
Vet Technician
401k, Insurance + More!
Coconut Creek

Our Fans
(send dogs pics only - no nudes) 😁

🐶 Savannah’s trio is full of personality! Java Bean, 7, is probably full of energy and the collected leader on the left. Mischief, the 9-month-old in the middle, lives up to his name with playful antics. On the right is Beauregard - aka Beau - at 4 years old, always keeping an eye on the fun. Thanks for sharing your adorable crew, Savannah!

Share your pup’s 📸 photo with me! Reply to this email with a picture, and I'll do my best to feature it.

Howl Outs

👉 Pets’ Broward - Sending virtual hugs to Pets' Broward for their unwavering commitment to rescuing and advocating for pets in Broward County. Their dedication to fostering and finding forever homes for animals in need is truly inspiring.

👉 A Pup Above - Want to try a new food for your pup? A Pup Above offers 100% human-grade, non-GMO, vet-approved meals that are as nutritious as they are delicious. With their sous-vide cooking method, every bite is packed with flavor and protein - check out their fresh patties and dry Cubies!

DIY Paw Balm
Paw Protection Made Simple

Protect your pup’s paws 🐾 from harsh conditions with this easy homemade balm. Whether it’s Florida’s hot sidewalks or burning beach sand, this DIY mix keeps pads soft, hydrated, and protected.

Combine 2 tablespoons each of coconut oil 🥥 and beeswax 🐝, along with 1 tablespoon of shea butter. Melt, mix, and pour into a small container to cool. Beeswax forms a protective barrier, while coconut oil and shea butter soothe and moisturize.

Apply before walks 🐕‍🦺 to shield against hot and rough surfaces. For extra care, massage a little into their paws before bed - it’s a bonding moment and lets the balm work overnight. Bonus: It’s all-natural and safe if licked! 👅

Now that you know how to whip up paw balm, why not bottle it, slap on a snazzy label, and sell it on Amazon! Quit your day job and become the next big 🤑 paw-preneur - I’m planning to one day too!

Fido’s Forecast

Friday
☀️ 80🌡️52 | ☔ 19% | Drier

Saturday
☀️ 70🌡️52 | ☔ 9% | Cool & Sun

Sunday
☀️ 74🌡️64 | ☔ 2% | Cool & Sun

Disclaimer: Florida weather is like a Labrador at the beach - it dives into the water, rolls in the sand, and then shakes it all over you. Expect a little bit of everything today!

I’d love to hear from you! 🥰 Please reply with your honest feedback about the newsletter. Your input helps me make future editions even better. Thank you for being a part of the Broward Bark community!

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