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Today’s Highlights:
Pup Health ❤️🩹
Barkworthy Events 🗓️
Bone Appetit 🥩
Bark Bytes 🤔
Paws For Thought
“A dog will forgive you in seconds for something a human would hold against you for years. That is not loyalty, that is grace.”
Pure love, fur and all!
Pup Health
Do Not Miss These Signs
Most owners do not notice the early signs 🪧 of aging until they are hard to miss. Watch for slowing down on walks, stiffness after 😴 naps, cloudiness in the eyes, and changes in sleep. None of these mean something is terribly wrong - but all are worth a conversation with your vet.
Small changes make a real difference. Shorter walks, omega-3 🐟 supplements, and puzzle toys go a long way. If your dog is seven or older, ask your vet about a senior wellness panel. Catching things early is always cheaper and kinder than catching them late.
Barkworthy Events 🗓️
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Going Green
BarkYard N’ Brews Party
BarkYard n' Brews is about to get ☘️ shamrockin'…
Your dog does not need luck - they have got you. You on the other hand might need a little help surviving the drink specials. 🍺
Expect food trucks, local vendors, raffle giveaways, and green beer - because of course there is green beer.
Toss in some off-leash chaos, wagging tails, and questionable dance moves and you have got yourself a proper St. Paddy's Day.
Bring your dog, bring your friends, and leave your "I'll only stay for one drink" lies at home.
🍀 Let's get lucky.
🗓️ Sat 3/14 - 4pm - Till Close
Barkyard N’ Brews
817 NW 1st St.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
Pet Expo
All Day Family Fun
This Sunday's Farmers Market 🧑🌾 just leveled up - it’s adding a full 🐾 pet expo to the mix.
Stop by for free nail clipping, free ear cleaning, and free goodie bags for your pup while supplies last. Meet local vets, watch live dog training demos, and shop local pet businesses loaded with treats and accessories.
Oh, and rumor has it there may be some surprise 🎉 animal guests too. Bring the whole family - including the four-legged 🐕 members.
🗓️ Sun 3/8 - 11am-4pm
Farmers Market
16290 Griffin Rd.
Southwest Ranches, FL 33331
St. Patty's Pack
Yappy Hour Meetup
The St. Patty's ☘️ Pack Walk & Yappy Hour is here - think green outfits, a fun pack walk, and good times with fellow dog lovers!
The walk is free to join, but if you want to keep the party 🎉 going, grab a VIP ticket to the Yappy Hour at Gulf Stream Brewery for $35 per person. Your ticket includes a festive drink, food, a swag bag, vendor access, and photo ops - plus a portion of proceeds benefits 🛟 Abandoned Pet Rescue.
RSVP now and save your spot!
🗓️ Sun 3/8 - 1pm
Gulf Stream Brewery
1105 NE 13th St.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304
Community Bond
Tamarac Pet Pantry
Helping Tamarac's pets 🐶 stay healthy and fed is a community effort. The City of Tamarac Pet Pantry is open on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month from 1-6pm, providing pet food to qualified residents experiencing financial hardship.
If your household meets the income 📋 guidelines and you're a Tamarac resident, you may be eligible for 🛟 support.
This program ensures that no family ❤️ has to struggle alone - because our pets are family too.
🗓️ 2nd & 4th Thursdays Monthly
Tamarac Recreation Center
7501 N. University Dr.
Tamarac, FL 33321
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?
To pre-register for the Peanut Butter Eating Contest or the Doggie Fashion Show, please email [email protected]. Day-of registration will also be available.
🗓️ Sat 3/21 - 2pm-5pm
Esplanade Park
400 SW 2nd St.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33321
Beyond Broward ☀️
Just A Sniff Away!
A massive tasting festival where everything is priced between $1 and $5 per item - sample your way through without breaking the bank. Craft beers, hard seltzers, specialty cocktails, and live concerts 🎵 running all day and into the night.
Kids get a free zone with bounce houses, obstacle courses, and a 🫧 bubble party. Plus a huge craft fair with local vendors, artists, and artisans.
Best part? 🐾 Leashed pups are welcome. Grab tickets online or at the entrance.
🗓️ Sat 3/7 - 12pm-8pm
🗓️ Sun 3/8 - 11am-6pm
S. County Regional Park
20405 Amphitheater Cir.
Boca, FL 33498
Always Summer Beerfest is bringing breweries from all over the country together for one epic day in Miami. Sample exclusive brews, catch live music and a 🎤 DJ, browse local vendors, and throw in some games and raffles for good measure.
Laid-back atmosphere, great beer, and a crowd that knows how to have a good time. Leashed pups are welcome outside. 🍺 Come thirsty.
🗓️ Sat 3/7 - 1pm-5pm
The Tank Brewing Co.
5100 NW 72nd Ave
Miami, FL 33166
Bone Appetit
Burtons Grill & Bar
Burtons Grill & Bar is anything but your typical night out. The menu is built around fresh, made-from-scratch American fare - think juicy 🍔 burgers, tender steaks, fresh seafood, and salads that actually impress. They also offer an extensive gluten-free menu, so no one gets left out - which definitely makes my wife 👰 happy.
Happy hour runs daily. Wine Wednesday offers half-price bottles, and weekend brunch gives you one more reason to make it a regular spot.
Oh, and the outdoor patio is 🐕 dog-friendly. No reason to leave your best dining companion at home.
Burtons Grill & Bar
1003 S. University Dr.
Plantation, FL 33324
Take Me Home!
Change A Life Today
Maye is a 2-year-old Retriever mix with a gentle soul and a whole lot of love to give. At just 38 pounds, she is the perfect size - not too big, not too small.
She already proved what she is made of by raising a litter of seven puppies. Patient, selfless, and sweet to the core. Now it is her turn to be taken care of.
Maye is on the quieter side and may take a little time to warm up - but once she does, she is all yours. She is the kind of dog that curls up next to you and makes you wonder how you ever lived without her.
Ready to meet her? View Maye’s profile 📋 or apply today.
Saving Sage Animal Rescue
8736 W. Commercial Blvd.
Sunrise, FL 33351
Bark Bytes 🤔
The Nose Knows - In Smell Stereo
Your dog does not just have a powerful nose - it comes with a built-in directional system. Each nostril works independently, processing scents separately at the same time. This gives dogs a kind of "smell stereo" that lets them pinpoint exactly where a scent is coming from almost instantly.
It is the same reason your dog can zero in on that one squirrel across a crowded park without missing a beat.
Our Fans
Pack Spotlight
Cara & Jersey
Porthos
👋 Chris sent in this awesome shot of Cara and Jersey, and honestly these two own that Jeep more than Chris does. Perched up on the hood like they are ready for whatever adventure comes next!
👋 Four years old and already a natural in front of the camera - meet Porthos, Ric's Beagle. Those big soulful eyes and that nose pointed straight at the camera make it impossible to say no to that face.
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Fido's Forecast
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