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This is the official page of Broward County Animal Care.

The purpose of this page is to increase exposure of the animals at our Adoption Center, promote success stories as well as our events, programs and services. The Animal Care and Adoption Center is closed on Monday

HOURS OF OPERATION:
Tuesday - Sunday: 11AM to 6PM

19/11/2024

We recently had the pleasure of welcoming incoming Broward County Commissioner Alexandra P. Davis to Broward County Animal Care! Commissioner Davis toured our facility, met with agency leaders, and engaged in meaningful discussions about how we can collaborate to improve service and animal welfare in our community.

Her visit underscores our shared commitment to providing compassionate care and innovative solutions for our furry residents. We’re excited about the opportunities ahead and look forward to working together to make a difference.

Thank you, Commissioner Davis, for your support and dedication to Broward County’s animals.

18/11/2024

A very good girl is looking for a home! 🐶💖✨

Due to familial circumstances, Stella (A2047920) was surrendered to our shelter 5 years after being adopted.

During her time in her last home, Stella blossomed into a *stellar* dog, learning many neat tricks such as “sit,” “paw,” “down,” and “speak.” She was housetrained and crate-trained with her previous family, and they said she was friendly with adults, children, and dogs.

Of course, being separated from her family has been scary and stressful for Stella. However, after spending a couple minutes with you, Stella quickly becomes an affectionate lovebug who enjoys cuddles, kisses, and hugs!

Can you give Stella a reason to be thankful by giving her a home for the holidays?

Stella is already spayed and microchipped and ready to go home the same day. Meet Stella for adoption or foster at Broward County Animal Care!

📍Broward County Animal Care
2400 SW 42nd Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Open ✨daily✨ for adoptions or fostering from 11am-6pm

18/11/2024

We’re glad that Meteorologist Brooke Silverang and our guy Joe had a great day out of the shelter on their Broward Buddies date! Read on to hear more about their adventures!

Schedule your Broward Buddies date!
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18/11/2024

Help Us Give Our Shelter Pets a Special Pawsgiving! 🦃🍂✨

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and we're gearing up to prepare a special meal for our shelter pets on Tuesday, November 26...But we need your help to make this happen!

To make our Pawsgiving a success, we are asking for donations of uncooked frozen turkeys, canned green beans, pumpkin and yams (no salt or sugar added!), stuffing mix (no onions), and whipped cream. Your donations will help ensure our animals get to enjoy a delicious meal while waiting for their furever homes.

Please drop off donations to our shelter by Monday, November 25th.

📍Broward County Animal Care
2400 SW 42nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312.
Donation drop-off hours: 11am-6pm

Thank you for your generosity in helping create a memorable Thanksgiving for our shelter pets!

11/11/2024

Broward County Animal Care would like to wish all Veterans a Happy Veterans Day!

We'd like to honor and acknowledge the Veterans who make a difference in the lives of the animals here at our shelter; our Ricardo's!

"I help find alternative placement for the animals in our shelter whether it's short or long-term foster care, Broward Buddies, or transfer placement to rescue groups. Every day is a rewarding experience as I love finding alternative placement for our shelter pets, and it puts a big smile on my face to see them leave to homes," said Ricardo Matallana, Foster/Transfer and Broward Buddies Coordinator. Ricardo served in the U.S. Marine Corps for nearly 5 years as a Disbursing Technician, an occupation that took him from Okinawa, Japan to Kansas City, Missouri.

Ricardo Ducosin is one of our Animal Care Specialists who work with cats, becoming our resident Cat Dad by hand-raising hundreds of newborn kittens until they are ready for adoption. Before becoming a foster hero, Ric dedicated 7 years in the U.S. Air Force as an Airman Transportation Journeyman, serving during the Gulf War.

Animal Care strongly believes pet ownership can greatly benefit your mental health. Here's what both gentlemen had to say on why having a pet is important for Veterans:

"Pets play an important role to veterans as they can help reduce symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, traumatic brain injury, and depression. They can also help veterans feel less isolated, and build an unwavering bond that facilitates their collective healing and recovery." -Ricardo M.

"Being part of the military we're used to developing close bonds. Out of the military, a perfect way to continue those bonds is to establish it with an animal! Being dependent on and of is a great mental health fulfillment." -Ric D.

Thank you both for your service, to our country and to our animals! 🐶🐱❤️

10/11/2024

Meet Cypress! 🐶🐾🌲

Cypress (A2381781) is a lovable 4-year-old pup ready for his furever home! Cypress has been with us since May and is still patiently waiting to be adopted. 🥺

Cypress walks easily on leash, loves fetch, and just being a total ham. He appears to be housebroken and will let staff know when he's ready to go outside to go potty. Cypress loves people but is picky when it comes to other dogs and has not been tested with cats.

Cypress is available for foster or adoption at Broward County Animal Care…Come meet him today!

📍Broward County Animal Care
2400 SW 42nd Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

🐾 Animal Care is open ✨daily✨ for fostering and adoptions from 11am-6pm.

09/11/2024

Broward County Animal Care will be closed to the public on Monday, November 11th in observance of Labor Day. For any animal-related emergencies, such as sick, injured, or aggressive animals, dial 911.

Attention Trappers! 🐱🔔
- We will NOT be accepting
cats for RTF on Saturday, November 9th through Monday, November 11th. We will resume accepting cats on Tuesday, November 12th. For any questions regarding community cats please email [email protected].

Animal Care will reopen to the public on Tuesday, November 12th at 11am.

Broward County Animal Care would like to thank every Veteran for their service to our country and wish everyone a wonderful Veterans Day.

08/11/2024

We're hiring!

We are looking to add to our team an Administrative Coordinator, Animal Control Officers, a Field Services Manager and a Veterinarian.

Interested in working at Broward County Animal Care? Scan the QR code or visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/broward and search "animal" to apply!

07/11/2024

🔔🐱 Attention Trappers!

Broward County Animal Care will not be accepting ANY healthy, uninjured community cats for Return to Field (RTF) this Saturday, November 9th through Monday, November 11th in observance of Veteran's Day.

We will resume accepting community cats for spay/neuter services through the RTF program on Tuesday, November 12th.

For any questions regarding community/feral cats, please contact [email protected]

07/11/2024

Animal Care in the Community!

🐾 Today, Broward County Animal Care staff members proudly joined the County’s 8th Annual Homeless Symposium to support our community and their beloved pets!

Our team provided essential services like free vaccinations, microchipping, and pet preventatives. We’re dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of residents and their furry family members in Broward County.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by and let us serve you. Together, we’re building a more compassionate and connected community! 🐕🐈💙

02/11/2024

🚨 Attention, Broward pet parents! 🚨Animal Care’s Free Pet Care Clinics return to Ft. Lauderdale and West Park

The holiday season can bring extra stress for our furry friends—so we’re giving back to the community with FREE Pet Wellness Clinics! From rabies shots to microchipping, we’ve got the essentials covered to keep your pet safe and happy this season.

📅 Save these dates and locations:

🐾 Wednesday, Nov 13 | Tyrone Bryant Library, Fort Lauderdale

🐾 Friday, Nov 15 | Carver Ranches Library, West Park

⏰ 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Spaces are limited, so grab a spot while you can! Sign up here 👉 bit.ly/BrowardPetClinics

Let’s make it a healthy holiday season for every pet in Broward! ❤️🐾

31/10/2024

Meet Forest 🐶🌲

Our boy Forest (A2367268) is out on foster but still looking for a home!
Check out what Forest's fosters have to say about this handsome guy:

"Forest does well in the crate and is potty trained. Forest knows Sit, Down( When he’s jumping on the couch), and go. He hasn’t met any children but has seen them and gets pretty excited. With other strangers like adults he loves getting the pets and getting all the love...Forest overall is a great dog he loves cuddles and just loves getting love overall. He doesn’t do much around the house besides lay next to the back door to sun tan or play with his toys. I know he is well deserving of his Fur-ever home."

Forest is ready for his furever home; he is neutered, up-to-date on his vaccines, microchipped, and his adoption fees are waived! Forest is particular when it comes to choosing doggie friends and has not been tested with cats.

Interested in meeting Forest? Email [email protected] to schedule a meet & greet with this fantastic pup!

31/10/2024

🐶🐱🎃✨

Halloween doesn't have to be Spooky for your pets, keep your pets safe and sound this Halloween with these four pet safety tips:

🎃Make sure your pet wears its Broward County Pet Registration Tag and has a registered microchip!
🎃Trick-or-treaters and loud noises can overwhelm your pet, so keep them secured inside and away from open doors
🎃Chocolate, sugar-free sweets, grapes, and raisins are toxic to pets. Keep candy out of a snout’s reach and contact your vet if your pet eats any.
🎃Ensure your pets have a safe area away from potentially hazardous decorations, and keep their costumes comfortable and non-restrictive

Broward County Animal Care wishes you and your fur-family a safe and Happy Halloween!

30/10/2024

✨Happy National Cat Day! ✨

Today, it’s all about CATS! Let’s show love to our furry feline friends by taking a moment to appreciate the joy, cuddles and laughs they bring into our lives.

If you’re in Broward County, here’s how you can help promote the well-being of kitties in need:

💛Adopt a kitty in need from Animal Care!
💛Sign up to be a foster hero for baby kittens!
💛Become a Community Cat Caregiver!

💌Contact us!💌
Email [email protected] to sign on as a foster parent or [email protected] for more information on our FREE TNVR programs.

25/10/2024

of our girl Caramel 🐶💕✨

Looking back at these pics of Caramel (A2328966) makes us warm and fuzzy inside because of how cute she is, but also sad knowing that in just a few weeks Caramel will take another holiday shelter photo...☹️

Caramel came to Animal Care in November 2023 as a stray. Her skin was a mess, she had parasites and an ear infection. Our amazing clinic team dewormed her and helped mend her skin and ears. A gracious foster parent recently took her in to give her a break from shelter life and reported what we already knew...Caramel is an amazing dog!

"Caramel is a lovely companion she is very sweet, she will stay by your side throughout the day/night. She loves cuddles and belly rubs...She is one of the best dogs I have ever had the pleasure of knowing, all she needs is a little time and patience to trust you but once you show her love she will give it back to you tenfold. She has all the best qualities a dog can possess goofy, sweet, loyal, protective you name it.

Caramel is potty trained she goes on time if you stick to her regularly scheduled walks. We never put her in a crate at home & she tended to herself she never ruined the furniture or messed with anything around the house while we were gone. She is not anxious when left alone. All in all, she is a wonderful companion and deserves a loving family."

While we know that Caramel is great with people once she warms up, Caramel isn't keen on mingling with other dogs and is untested with cats.

Caramel is sponsored by which means once adopted she gets free food, vaccines, preventatives, as well as reduced cost medical care for life!

Can you give Caramel a chance to win your heart? Meet Caramel for adoption at Animal Care!

Broward County Animal Care
2400 SW 42 ST, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
We are open✨daily✨ for foster and adoptions from 11am-6pm!

22/10/2024

Animal Care is out on the town: Meet us at these upcoming events!

📆Thursday, 10/24 - Trunk or Treat @ Delevoe Park
5:30-7:00pm
2520 NW 6 ST, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

📆Friday, 10/25 - Night Market @ Dania Pointe
5:00-10:00pm
The Lawn at Dania Pointe, located at 150 Sunset Drive, Dania Beach, FL 33004

📆Sunday, 10/27 - Halloween Doggie Adoption Day @ WagPride
1:00-4:00pm
2031A Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, FL 33305

22/10/2024

Today is 🐶👅🐾

Meet Byron, our happy-go-lucky boy and longest stay dog....Byron has been with us for 402 days!

You read that right, this sweet boy has been a shelter dog for 1 year, 1 month, and 6 days 💔 We think it's time Byron found his furever home!

Byron is ready to go home today; his adoption fees are waived and he is sponsored by The Pet Project! Byron will receive free food, vaccines, and flea and tick prevention for life!

A little about Byron: He is a 4 year old pocket pittie who is a slight chunk-monk at 61lbs. Byron loves treats, rolling in the grass, and a good pet and scratch combo. Byron needs your undivided attention and is best as the only pet at home.

Meet Byron and adopt him today at Broward County Animal Care! We are located at 2400 SW 42 ST in Fort Lauderdale and open daily for pet adoptions from 11am-6pm.

21/10/2024

Happy from Chariot 🐶✨🐮

Our udderly adorable girl Chariot (A2368706) wants to go home with you! Chariot loves her walks and being able to sniff the scene. She also enjoys being pet and being a big baby that will crawl into your lap if you let her!

Chariot is available for foster or adoption at Broward County Animal Care…Come meet her today!

📍Broward County Animal Care
2400 SW 42nd Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
🐾 Animal Care is open ✨daily✨ for fostering and adoptions from 11am-6pm.

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Monday	11:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	11:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	11:00 - 18:00
Thursday	11:00 - 18:00
Friday	11:00 - 18:00
Saturday	11:00 - 18:00
Sunday	11:00 - 18:00

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+19543591313

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http://broward.org/animal

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📢 Broward pet families—get ready! 📢 We’re bringing our FREE Pet Wellness Clinics to West Park and @cityoffortlauderdale next! Don’t miss out on free vaccines, microchips, and wellness care for your furry friends. 🐶🐱 ➡️ Register now to secure your spot: bit.ly/BrowardPetClinics Let’s keep Broward pets safe and healthy this holiday season! 🐾 #BrowardCounty #WestPark #FortLauderdale #PetWellness #FreePetCare #TeamFTL #AdoptDontShop

🎉🐾 ¡Regresan las Clínicas de Bienestar Gratuitas de Broward County Animal Care! 🐾🎉 Las fiestas pueden ser difíciles para nuestras mascotas debido al estrés, los viajes y las decoraciones. Gracias a Broward County Animal Care y al compromiso del Dr. Castillo, ahora tenemos clínicas comunitarias gratuitas para mantener a nuestras mascotas saludables y protegidas en esta temporada. ¿Qué se ofrece? ✅ Vacunas contra la rabia ✅ Microchip ✅ Cuidados básicos de bienestar 📅 ¡Acompáñanos! Miércoles, 13 de noviembre | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Biblioteca Tyrone Bryant 2230 NW 21st Ave, Fort Lauderdale Viernes, 15 de noviembre | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Biblioteca Carver Ranches 4735 SW 18th St, West Park 🚨 ¡Espacios limitados! Regístrate aquí 👉🔗 https://bit.ly/BrowardPetClinics #CuidadoDeAnimales #MascotasBroward #BienestarAnimal #ClínicaGratis #AdoptaNoCompres

🎃 Flashback Friday! 🎃 Let’s take a trip back to Halloween at Broward County Animal Care, where our creative Intake team transformed our Admissions Lobby into a spook-tacular masterpiece that took home the top prize in our Lobby Wars Halloween Decoration Competition! They won a breakfast of champions. 🕸️ From eerie lighting to clever decorations, they wowed us all with their festive flair and won the crowd’s vote for best Halloween spirit! Watch the video to relive the magic and give a virtual high-five to our winning team! 🖐️🍂 #BrowardCounty #BrowardLife #AnimalCare #FlashbackFriday #HalloweenChamps #LobbyWars #IntakeTeam #AdmissionsLobby

🎉🐾 ¡Los Consultorios de Bienestar Gratuitos de Broward County Animal Care están de regreso en la comunidad! 🐾🎉 Las fiestas pueden ser estresantes para nuestras mascotas, con tantos viajes, decoraciones y actividades. Broward County Animal Care está aquí para ayudarte con Clínicas Comunitarias Gratuitas de Cuidado de Mascotas, ¡para mantener a tu familia peluda saludable esta temporada! ¿Qué incluyen? ✅ Vacunas contra la rabia ✅ Microchip ✅ Atención de bienestar esencial 📅 ¡Marca tu calendario! Miércoles, 13 de noviembre | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Biblioteca Tyrone Bryant 2230 NW 21st Ave, Fort Lauderdale Viernes, 15 de noviembre | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Biblioteca Carver Ranches 4735 SW 18th St, West Park 🚨 ¡Los espacios son limitados! Preinscríbete aquí 👉🔗 https://bit.ly/BrowardPetClinics #CondadoDeBroward #CuidadoDeAnimales #MascotasBroward #BienestarAnimal #ClínicaGratis #AdoptaNoCompres

@cityoffortlauderdale pet lovers, this one’s for you! 🐾❤️ Broward County Animal Care’s Community Pet Care Clinic returns Nov. 13 Imagine saving on pet care and protecting your furry friend—in one trip! Broward County Animal Care is bringing FREE Pet Wellness Clinics to the Tyrone Bryant Library @browardlibrary on Nov 13, right here in Fort Lauderdale. Check out this heartfelt story from one local resident who saved big while giving her pet the love and care they deserve! 📹 Don’t wait—register now to secure your spot 👉 bit.ly/BrowardPetClinics #BrowardCounty #TeamFTL #AnimalCare #FreePetCare #PetWellness #HealthyPets

🎉🐾Broward County Animal Care’s FREE Pet Wellness Clinics return to the community! 🐾🎉 Stress, travel, decorations—holidays can be tough on pets. Broward County Animal Care is stepping up with FREE Community Pet Care Clinics to keep your furry family healthy this season! What’s Included? ✅ Rabies vaccinations ✅ Microchipping ✅ Essential wellness care 📅 Mark Your Calendars! Wednesday, Nov 13 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Tyrone Bryant Library 2230 NW 21st Ave, Fort Lauderdale Friday, Nov 15 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Carver Ranches Library 4735 SW 18th St, West Park 🚨 Spaces are limited! Pre-register here 👉🔗 https://bit.ly/BrowardPetClinics #BrowardCounty #AnimalCare #BrowardPets #PetWellness #FreeClinic #AdoptDontShop

Happy #WhiskerWednesday from Matilda😻 Matilda (A2386287) is a charming kitty looking for a home! Matilda loves people and being pet, she would make the best lap cat! Matilda was adopted but unfortunately returned after 24 hours due to not getting along with the resident cat. Matilda currently has four feline roommates and tolerates them with lots of space. Don’t have a cat? Matilda is perfect for you! You do have a cat? Still perfect for you; do slow introductions and give both kitties time to adjust and have their own space! Matilda is ready to go home the same day; Adopt her at Broward County Animal Care! Broward County Animal Care 2400 SW 42 ST, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 We are open✨daily✨ for foster and adoptions from 11am-6pm! #adoptdontshop #adoptme #catstagram #tabbycatsofig #browardpets #browardcountyanimalcare

📻📡Broward County Animal Care Media Alert🚨 Our Fall in Love Empty the Shelters free pet adoption campaign is still going strong through October 15! Thanks to our amazing partner, the Bissell Pet Foundation, and a big shoutout to WLRN for highlighting our mission to find forever homes for pets in need. 🐾❤️ With shelters at capacity, we need your help! Adopt, foster, or simply share this post to help us Empty the Shelters and give these pets the loving homes they deserve. Check out the full story on WLRN here: https://www.wlrn.org/news-in-brief/2024-10-10/south-florida-animal-shelters-overcapacity Let’s work together to make a difference! 🐶🐱 #EmptyTheShelters #FallInLove #AdoptDontShop #BrowardCounty #AnimalCare #PetAdoption #SaveALife

🌪️🐕‍🦺 Preparing Your Pets for Hurricane Season! 🐈🌪️ In times of disaster, don’t forget about your pets! 🐕 Broward County Animal Care Director Doug Brightwell recently joined @610WIOD Pets Rock with Doc Ren &Stephen C. to share vital tips on keeping your furry family members safe during hurricane season. 🌀 Watch this quick clip to learn how you can create an emergency plan for your pets and keep them safe before, during, and after the storm. 🐾 #BrowardCounty #AnimalCare #PetPreparedness #HurricaneSeason #DisasterPrep #PetsRock #StaySafe #iHeart

Have you heard our recent campaign on @thebeatmiami with @papa_keith ? 🍁 FALL IN LOVE with a Shelter Pet! 🐾 Adopt your new furry friend during the #EmptytheShelters campaign from October 1-15! ✨ Special Perks: ✔️ Adoption fees waived (thanks to Bissell Pet Foundation!) ✔️ FREE vaccinations & microchipping Find your perfect match today at 👉 petadoptions.broward.org 📍 Broward County Animal Care, 2400 SW 42nd Street, Fort Lauderdale 33312 #BrowardCounty #AnimalCare #BrowardPets #BrowardDogs #BrowardCats

🚨 Broward County Animal County Media Alert 🚨 Animal Care’s Viergeline Verne and Islande Gustave promote Fall in Love - #EmptyTheShelters on @islandtvnetwork Animal Care and @bissellpets partnered to waive fees until October 15th. 🔗 PetAdoptions.Broward.org #BrowardCounty #AnimalCare #BrowardDogs #BrowardCats #AdoptDontShop #EmptyTheShelters #BissellPetFoundation

🐩😸Broward County Animal Care’s Jess Hoffman and Pancho have a special message regarding the agency’s Fall in Love - #EmptyTheShelters, free pet adoption campaign. Benefits: 📆 October 1 - 15, 2024 ⏰ 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 💰 No adoption fees. Thanks @bissellpets 💉 Free vaccinations 💻 Microchips included #BrowardCounty #AnimalCare #AdoptDontShop #BrowardPets #BrowardDogs #BrowardCats