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Today’s Highlights:

Paws For Thought
“Time with your dog is never wasted. It is some of the best time you get.”

Pup Hack
Indoor Fun For Rainy Days

Rainy day dog hacks transform indoor time into an opportunity for enrichment, training, and energy release. When outdoor exercise is limited, simple activities like short obedience sessions, indoor 🎾 fetch, or food-based puzzles can help prevent boredom, anxiety, and destructive behavior.

One particularly effective game to try is the “Find it” scent game - hide small treats around a room and encourage your dog to use their nose 🐽 to locate them. This taps into natural instincts, provides mental stimulation, and can be just as tiring as physical exercise.

Barkworthy Events 🗓️
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Barkfest
A Pup-Friendly Pit Stop

Cruise over to BMW of Pompano for 🐶 Bark Fest, a dog-friendly stop with free burgers, hot dogs, and drinks. Bring your pup, grab a bite, and enjoy a fun outing with fellow dog parents. Be sure to RSVP for the cookout.

🗓️ Sat 4/11 - 11:30am-2pm

BMW Of Pompano Beach
744 N. Federal Hyw.
Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Dog Expo
The Annual Dog Expo Is Back

The Annual Dog Expo in Coconut Creek 🌴 is back for another tail-wagging day of fun. Expect pet vendors 🛍️, live entertainment, tasty treats, raffles, and more. It's a great chance to mingle with fellow dog lovers and give your pup a fun outing.

Dogs must be leashed, accompanied by their owners, and have current 💉 vaccinations.

👋 Swing by the Broward Bark tent - say hi, meet the family, and take home some goodies.

🗓️ Sat 5/2 - 9am-12pm

Windmill Park
700 Lyons Rd.
Coconut Creek, FL 33063

Spring Fling
Support Local Dogs In Need

Support a great cause at this Spring Fling Second-Hand Sale, where gently used items help benefit 🐾 Paws of the Pet Project and The Doberman Rescue League. Every purchase and donation helps support dogs and 🛟 rescues in need.

The event features Salty Paws 🍦 ice cream, paw painting, demos, trick training, Star Puppy and CGC prep, plus food and drinks. Donations of gently used items are being accepted through April 15.

Pups are welcome if they are vaccinated, leashed, and social.

🗓️ Sat 4/18 - 12pm-3pm

Central Bark - Ft. Lauderdale
3699 N. Dixie Hwy.
Oakland Park, FL 33334

Doggy Fest
Dress Like Your Dog Contest

Doggy Fest 🎉 is all about the four-legged babies. Stop by Tarpon River Brewing for dog adoptions, pet vendors, a live DJ, photo ops, and local dog services ranging from groomers and trainers to vets, dog walkers, and more.

You can also shop 🛍️ for dog apparel, treats, custom art, dog mom jewelry, and other pup-themed goodies. Plus, Nubs the Pups will host the Dress Like Your Dog 🐶 contest, giving you a fun chance to match your pup and show off your style.

Sign-ups are expected to open soon.

🗓️ Sun 4/26 - 12pm-4pm

Tarpon River Brewing
280 SW 6th St.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301

Community Market
Support Local Businesses

The Community Market at Huizenga Park in downtown Ft. Lauderdale brings together local vendors, tasty bites, live music, and a 🐕 dog-friendly crowd.

Browse a curated mix of local artisans, small businesses, food vendors, and makers offering handcrafted goods, unique finds, and specialty items. A live DJ 🎤 keeps the energy going while you stroll through the park, connect with vendors, and soak in the local vibe. The market runs from 12pm to 4pm, giving you plenty of time to walk, shop, and enjoy the afternoon.

This dog-friendly event welcomes you and your pup to hang out, meet fellow dog parents, and enjoy a laid-back day ☀️ outdoors in one of downtown’s favorite spots.

🗓️ Sat 4/12 - 12pm-4pm

Huizenga Park
32 E. Las Olas Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301

Beyond Broward ☀️
Just A Sniff Away!

Woofstock 2026 - Miami

Woofstock 2026 is back with a fun-filled day for pups and their people, featuring pet vendors, food, drinks, activities, and plenty of tail-wagging energy - all while supporting Paw Patrol Animal Rescue and the park. It’s a great chance to get out, enjoy the outdoors, and be part of the local dog community.

Expect plenty for your 🐕 pup to enjoy, including a canine lure course, play zone, kiddie pools, doggy yoga, pet photography, fun contests, arts and crafts, and more. With so much packed into one event, this is the kind of outing that gives dogs room to play and dog parents plenty to see.

🗓️ Sat 5/3 - 11am-4pm

Barnacle Historic State Park
3485 Main Hwy.
Miami, FL 33133

Featured Fetch
A Local Business Worth A Bark

This week's Featured Fetch is Dog Training Does Matter, owned by Tom Savoca. This Margate-based dog training company offers private lessons, group training, puppy training, and therapy dog training for dog parents who want real guidance and results, backed by over a decade of hands-on experience.

You may have also seen Tom at local pet events and community gatherings, where he stays involved in the local dog community. No matter your needs with your pup, Tom is a great local resource.

Dog Training Does Matter
Tom Savoca
Call or Text: 754-227-9876

Bone Appetit
The Alchemist Cafe

Looking for a dog-friendly brunch spot with serious charm? The Alchemist Cafe in Wilton Manors gives you a lush tropical garden 🌺 setting, great food, and a place where your pup can hang out right beside you.

Forbes ranked it No. 4 among the top 100 dog-friendly restaurants in the U.S. and described it like this: "Imagine a gated tropical garden where dogs 🐕 hang out while their owners munch on delicious breakfast, brunch, salads, and flatbreads, alongside crave-worthy iced coffees cooled with frozen-coffee ice cubes."

Fans also rave about the "Chef's Breakfast" with its tater tot hash brown 🧇 waffle, fried eggs, avocado salad, and bacon.

The Alchemist Cafe
2430 NE 13th Ave.
Wilton Manors, FL 33305

Take Me Home!
Change A Life Today

Meet Banana, a 2-year-old Bulldog with a goofy 🤪 side, a gentle nature, and 29 pounds of love to give. This handsome guy enjoys exploring every corner, playing fetch, soaking up belly rubs, and settling in for a good cuddle. He's good with dogs, good with kids, and has the kind of loyal, playful personality that can brighten any home.

Banana 🍌 is looking for a forever family that understands the Bulldog breed and can give him the love and care he deserves. Bulldog breed experience is preferred. Please note that Banana will not be available for adoption until after his neuter ✂️ surgery in April.

Visit Saving Sage Animal Rescue to adopt Banana

Saving Sage Animal Rescue
8736 W. Commercial Blvd.
Sunrise, FL 33351

Our Fans
Pack Spotlight

👋 Heather says Peanut, a red nose pitbull, is a quirky guy who has no concept of personal space and will lovingly crawl right into your lap, all 60 pounds of him, just to show he cares. He has two cat brothers and one dog brother, and he loves trying to pet them - with or without their consent. He turns 4 in June, but Heather says he does not act a day over 1.

👋 Meet Eleanor Rigby! Adopted from Broward Animal Care (Jan 2025). Now a Chewy model and full-time diva. She’s the light of our lives and brings joy to everyone she meets. Proof that adopting, not shopping, is the best way to go.

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Amazon Addict
Straight From My Cart

For dogs who think the floor is part of the bowl, this feeding mat may be worth a look. At the time of writing this newsletter, this feeding mat is listed at $6.98. It has 4.5 stars from 5,556 reviews, and there are a few styles to choose from.

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Got A Lucky Paw?
Give It A Scratch!

The Broward Bark scratch game is live and waiting for you.

Scratch all the boxes to see what you uncover - you may reveal a fun reward for you or something useful for your dog. You could even uncover a "Donut on Dave" Dunkin' 🍩 gift card.

Furcast:

Friday
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Saturday
🌦️ 81 🌡️ 71 | Partly Cloudy

Sunday
🌤️ 82 🌡️ 73 | Mostly Sunny

Fido Says: Florida weather has the same self-control as a puppy who just drank a full bowl of water.

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