Hey, dog parents. The New Year is almost here, so here are a few quick updates before 2026 rolls in.
A big thank you ❤️ to every follower, supporter, and advertiser who believes in Broward Bark. Your trust helps keep us growing and the local dog community connected.
Today’s Highlights:
Pup Health ❤️🩹
Barkworthy Events 🗓️
Bone Appetit 🍗
Interesting Dog Fact 🤔
Paws For Thought
“Dogs are an investment in happiness. And they’re worth every cent.”
Pup Health
Don’t Skip Parasite Prevention
Many pet owners ease off flea, tick, or heartworm meds in colder months - but some parasites survive year-round, especially indoors or in warm regions.
Keeping up with prevention all year protects your dog from itchy pests and serious diseases. One missed dose can undo ↩️ months of protection.
Barkworthy Events 🗓️
Know of a dog-friendly event?
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Dog Mom Walk
Connect With Dog Moms
Calling all dog moms! Join the Dog Mom Walk 🐕 and make new friends while enjoying a stroll with your pup.
This month the Dog Mom Walk is partnering with The Pretty Nomad for a morning of fun! Please reserve a spot.
🗓️ Sat 1/10 - 10am
The Pretty Nomad
3020 N. Federal Hwy.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33306
Pet Show
Celebrating All Pets
The 3rd Annual Pawsitive Love Pet Show celebrates all pets with specialty vendors, a fun doggy game show, and a crowd favorite 💋 kissing booth. Hosted by Rotary Club of Sunrise FL, this free community event welcomes pets and people alike.
Highlights include a special pet adoption presentation with Sunrise Fire Fighters, a doggy game show, a Sunrise Police K9 demonstration, and a CPR demonstration. An animal rescue will be on site with adoptable pets.
🗓️ Sat 2/14 - 10am-2pm
Florida Blue Building
1970 Sawgrass Mills Cir.
Sunrise, FL 33323
Pug Life
Pugs, Pals, Playtime
Bring your pug to the Pug Meet-Up at Bark Park for a fun, friendly hangout. Enjoy the pavilion, 💦 dog water fountain, washing station, restrooms, and plenty of 🅿️ parking. A separate play area for larger dogs keeps play safe and smooth for everyone.
All dogs are welcome at the park, not just pugs.
🗓️ Sat 1/10 - 11am
Bark Park
971 NW 38th St.
Oakland Park, FL 33334
Woof & Wine
Relax Sip And Wag
Dog parents are invited to relax in the doggie play area with their furry friends while mingling with other dog lovers and enjoying wine 🍷 and appetizers.
🗓️ Thu 1/8 - 4pm-6pm
Colohatchee Dog Park
1975 NE 15th Ave.
Wilton Manors, FL 33305
Beyond Broward ☀️
Just A Sniff Away!
Taking place on January 17 and 18, 2026, at Coconut 🥥 Grove's Regatta Park, the Big Woof Festival brings together dog lovers, local businesses, and community organizations to support dog rescue efforts.
This fun-filled, two-day event features champion Frisbee dog performances, entertaining pup contests, K-9 exhibitions, dog training 🐾 demos, wellness talks, vendor booths, food and drinks, and more to benefit PAWS4you.
🗓️ Sat 1/17 - 10am-5pm
🗓️ Sat 1/18 - 10am-5pm
Regatta Park
3500 Pan American Dr.
Miami, FL 33133
Bone Appetit
Buffalo Wild Wings
Buffalo Wild Wings 🍗 is a high-energy sports bar known for wings, bold sauces, and wall-to-wall TVs. Grab classic Buffalo or go big with Asian Zing. Cold beer. Game on.
Dog parents, take 📝 note. The outdoor patio welcomes pups, so you can eat, watch the game, and relax with your best friend.
Broward Locations:
Coral Springs, Deerfield, Pembroke Pines, Plantation
Take Me Home!
Change A Life Today
🏷️ Dog ID: A2329773 🏷️
Meet Grady, a 4-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier with striking 👀 eyes and a big heart. This neutered male weighs 42 pounds and has come a long way since arriving as a malnourished surrender in July.
Grady is outgoing, social, and loves meeting new people and other 🐕 dogs. He is healthy, happy, and ready for a fresh start with a family who will give him the love he deserves. Adopt Grady and give him the new chapter he has worked so hard for.
Broward County Animal Care
2400 SW 42nd St.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
Interesting Fact 🤔
Dogs Can Taste Water
While most animals rely purely on thirst, dogs have specific taste buds on the tips of their tongues that are designed just for water. These sensors become more active after eating salty or sugary foods, encouraging hydration when it’s most needed.
So when your pup laps like crazy after dinner, they’re not just quenching thirst - they are tasting every drop.
Our Fans
Pack Spotlight
Luna & Gnash
Name Unknown
👋 Carrie sent in a photo of her pups, Luna and Gnash. New to the area, these two love barking at every new face they meet and never miss a chance to react to the Progressive dog park commercials.
👋 All decked out for Christmas and ready to steal the spotlight. Thanks to Nicole for sending in this cute photo of her pup.
Share a 📸 of your pup - hit reply!
Attention Dog Business Owners
📍 If you are in the dog business - groomer, trainer, vet, or anything in between - now is the time to submit your business listing, free or paid. I am updating the site layout to send more traffic your way.
➡️ Add your listing here.
Fido's Forecast
Saturday
⛅️ 81 🌡️ 62 | Nice & Sunny
Sunday
⛅️ 82 🌡️ 63 | Nice & Sunny
Monday
⛅️ 81 🌡️ 63 | Nice & Sunny
Paws Up: The next few days look nice. Temps cool off a bit starting Tuesday. Humidity takes a break. Your dog may request longer walks.
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