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inside September 2011 - March 2012 16 Companion Parrot Ownership: What You Need to Know, Parrots are complex beings, find out just how complex. 28 Why We Scratch, what IS all that scratching about?
38 Ending the Euthanasia Cycle, how
you can join the movement to STOP shelter euthanasia.
Articles
40 FIVE Simple Way to help Wildlife, What to do when you stumble upon wildlife that needs your help...or doesn’t.
52 If Anything Happened to You, What
Would Happen to Them? Do you have a plan? Follow these guidelines to formulate one.
73 Top 10 Poisons in the Kitchen, The
kitchen can be a deadly place for your pet, learn what to keep away from him.
74 PJ’s Love List: Cool stuff for pets that we just love! And we know you will too!
80 All About Greyhounds, thinking of
adopting? Here’s everything you need to know to save a racer.
88 No More No, “No” can be a powerful
word, but are you using it in an ineffective way?
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By Category 24 Hour Emergency Services - Birds Animal Assisted Therapy Animal Hospitals (See Also Veterinarian) Animal Rehabilitation Bird Stores Boarding - Bird Boarding - Dogs (Cats as noted) Boutiques - Bird Boutiques - Online Boutiques - Pets Dog Day Care Gourmet Dog Bakery Grooming - Birds Grooming - Dogs (Cats as Noted) Grooming - Mobile Grooming - Schools Pet Containment & Avoidance Pet Cremation Pet Deli Pet Friendly Apartments Pet Ramps Pet Rescue Pet Sitting Pet Waste Clean Up Realtors Training - Dogs Veterinarians - Avian Veterinarians - Exotic (Small Mammals) Veterinarians - Mobile Veterinarians - Offices (See Animal Hospitals)
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A Note From The Publishers
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Shelly Allen and Picasso
Jackie Branca and Carmy
ne of my favorite poems is by an unknown author (the best ones often are) and the poem is simply called Don’t Quit. There is a line in that poem that has become a sort of mantra in my life and it goes, “Life is queer with its twists and turns, as every one of us sometimes learns.” That line pops into my head every time something completely unexpected happens. I can not tell you how many times that line has popped into my mind during the course of working on Pet Junction, from start to finish. About 13 years ago Jackie and I started our publishing careers and nine years ago we published a magazine called The Pet Planet Magazine. As business progresses, things change. There were some other avenues of publishing we wanted to explore so it seemed the best way to do that was to find Pet Planet a “new family” so to speak. And though we threw ourselves into our new project, our hearts still belonged to South Florida’s pet community. Five years ago, I never thought I would be writing this note for a new pet publication, published by Allen-Branca Media Company, Inc. but, life is queer with its twists and turns. I can’t tell you how excited all of us here at Allen-Branca Media Company, Inc are to bring this pet resource guide to our incredible South Florida pet community! It has been a humbling experience to be welcomed back with open arms by so many of our old friends. We appreciate your kindness and warmth more than you will ever know. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping us bring this much needed resource guide to our community’s pet people. Your support will save lives, of that I have no doubt.
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Inside you will find a vast array of pet related businesses eager to serve you, as well as “easy to follow” categorical listings. In each listing, you will find each businesses name, address, phone number, email, website URL, and the page number their ad appears on. Aside from business listings and advertisements (which paid for the publication, so please support the advertisers), you’ll find; a fairly large list of pet friendly apartments, pet friendly restaurants and pet rescue groups. You’ll also find a series of pet related articles with great information on how to better care for your pets. One article we are particularly proud to present in this issue is Ending the Euthanasia Cycle. We firmly believe that it can be done and we sincerely hope after reading this information you will too. We have also included a large selection of fun pet facts, quotes, and jokes to keep you laughing all the way through the resource guide. Make sure you look for those throughout the book! Our goal for Pet Junction is to be your one stop shop for everything pets in South Florida. With your help we know we can accomplish that goal. It’s like my mother always said, “Many hands make light work.” All you have to do is use the advertisers contained herein and let them know you saw them in Pet Junction. After all, Pet Junction is Where Pets and People Intersect!
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You’ll find all your favorite stuff from Pet Junction plus so much more! New information added daily so check back often! • Up to date local pet event listings • More pet friendly restaurants • More pet adoption resources • More pet related articles! Pet Junction Directory
“Where Pets and People Intersect” Sept-march
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So, what is Pet Junction? Pet Junction is so much more than a directory! Inside you will find all kinds of great information that will help to enhance your pets life. Sharing our lives with companion animals ourselves, we know how important information is and we know how important it is to have it right at your fingertips.
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WHERE PETS & PEOPLE INTERSECT P.O. Box 50111 • Lighthouse Point • FL • 33074 • Editor@PetJunctionDirectory.com 954 - 815 - 3220, 954 - 829 - 1982
Publisher: Allen-Branca Media Company, Inc Managing Directors Shelly Allen, Jackie Branca Editorial Senior Editor Shelly Allen Research Alicia Polacek Contributing Writer Sarah Evans Contributing Writer Hannah Sentenac Contributing Writer Susan Claire, CPDT Contributing Writer Wildlife Care Center Contributing Writer Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League Contributing Writer Hollydogs Greyhound Adoption Sales Director of Sales Jackie Branca Sales Associate Amanda Pearl Internet Sales Associate Lindsey Peppar Studio / Production Art Director / Production Design Pink Parrot Productions Advertisement Design Joya Design Layout Design Pink Parrot Productions Web Site Director / Designer Joya Design Distribution Tri-County Distribution Services 2011 Copyright here and abroad of all editorial content is held by the publishers of Pet Junction. Reproduction whole or in part is forbidden without prior written consent from the publisher. Publisher may not be held liable or responsible in any way for any actions ensuing from advertisements or content.
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Be not afraid of growing slowly; be afraid only of standing still. - Chinese Proverb
JOYA
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advertising design - online marketing - print Alicia J. Polacek 954.829.9915 joyadesign@gmail.com Sept-march
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24 Hr Emergency Services - Animal Hospitals 24 Hour Emergency Services - Birds Backos Bird Clinic 447 S Federal Hwy Deerfield Beach, 33441
954 - 427 - 0777 www.BackosBirdClinic.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 92)
Birds actually dream when they sleep. According to research conducted by the University of Chicago, they dream about their songs, have dream rehearsals, and sing the same songs better the next day.
Animal Assisted Therapy Canine Assisted Therapy 3554 NE 12th Ave Oakland Park, 33334
954 - 990 - 5175 www.CatDogs.org
(See Our Ad On Pg. 13)
Animal Hospitals (See Also Veterinarians)
All Aboard Animal Hospital 1413 S Dixie Hwy Pompano Beach, 33060
954 - 785 - 7780 www.AllAboardAnimal.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 13)
Plantation Animal Hospital
50 N University Drive Plantation, 33324
954 - 473 - 8090 www.PlantationAnimalHosp.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 12)
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Surgery • Boarding Avian Surgery & Medicine
15% OFF Entire Visit when you bring in this ad
Open 7 Days a Week
AAHA accreditation 50 North University Drive Plantation, FL 33324
(954) 473-8090
www.plantationanimalhosp.com
DOGS • CATS • B IRDS
CANINE ASSISTED THERAPY (C.A.T.) C.A.T. provides qualified, dependable and caring pet therapy teams to those who need comfort, companionship or the unconditional love of a dog. C.A.T. programs provide Animal-Assisted Activities and AnimalAssisted Therapy. Our Pack Reader Program helps children build reading skills under the attentive ear of a canine companion.
501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION As a non-profit entity, we recruit and utilize volunteers to serve Florida communities and rely on annual volunteer dues, donations from individuals, corporations and grants for funding operations. MAKE A DONATION, ENHANCE A LIFE! SETTING NEW STANDARDS IN ANIMAL ASSISTED SERVICES
For more information on how you can help by making a donation or volunteering
please call: 954-990-5175 or visit: www.catdogs.org
www.allaboardanimal.com
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Animal Rehabilitation - Boarding/Birds Animal Rehabilitation Eddie’s Wheels
for
Pets
140 State Street Shelburne Falls, MA 01370
888 - 211 - 2700
Leslie@EddiesWheels.com
www.EddiesWheels.com
Bird Stores Golden Cockatoo
Backos Bird Clinic 447 S Federal Hwy Deerfield Beach, 33441
954 - 427 - 0777 www.BackosBirdClinic.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 92)
Bird
and
Exotic Hospital
6147 Lake Worth Road Greenacres, 33463
561 - 964 - 2121 www.BirdExoticVet.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 92)
Birds Off Broadway 2417 Spruce Ave West Palm Beach, 33407
360-366 S Powerline Road Deerfield Beach, 33442
561 - 832 - 4756
GoldenCockatoo@yahoo.com
(See Our Ad On Pg. 23)
954 - 725 - 0088
www.GoldenCockatoo.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 15)
Boarding - Birds
Jay@BirdsOffBroadway.com
www.BirdsOffBroadway.com
Brenda’s Birds
324 NE 3rd Ave Delray Beach, 33444
561 - 278 - 5394 www.BrendasBirds.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 23)
All Bird Clinic
3769 S Military Trail Lake Worth, 33463
561 - 304 - 7928
AllBirdVet@aol.com
www.AllBirdClinic.net (See Our Ad On Pg. 91)
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Fins, Furs N Feathers 1975 N Federal Hwy Boca Raton, 33432
561 - 391 - 5858
(See Our Ad On Pg. 26)
Golden Cockatoo
360-366 S Powerline Road Deerfield Beach, 33442
954 - 725 - 0088
GoldenCockatoo@yahoo.com
www.GoldenCockatoo.com
Your One Stop Parrot Supply Shop! • LARGE VARIETY OF FOOD, TOYS, CAGES & PLAY GYMS • THE BEST AND SAFEST BOARDING IN TOWN! (Hurricane Shutters, UV Lights, Entertaining Music, Aviary Testing)
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Store Hours: Monday – Friday: 10 am - 6 pm Saturday: 10 am - 5:30 pm • Sunday: 12 pm (noon) - 4:30 pm
www.GoldenCockatoo.com
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t never ceases to amaze me how many people approach me when I am out and about with my 12 year old Umbrella Cockatoo who begin with, “I used to have a (insert type of parrot here) but I had to get rid of it because (insert excuse here).” I’ve heard every excuse in the book of why a person has had to “get rid of” their parrot as if the parrot were some throw away object that didn’t matter much. Every time some stranger feels the need to fill me in on their gross irresponsibility, I get a pit the size of Texas in the bottom of my stomach. They can give me any excuse they like but I know the truth. The truth is, they simply didn’t know what they were getting into and it was easier to let someone else deal with their “problem.”
Need
So now the truth. Parrot ownership is hard. Parrots are loud, messy, moody, and at times unpredictable. They need special toys, special care, and a lot of interaction. Not to mention the fact that they live extremely long lives! What’s more, most people do not have any clue what they are taking on BEFORE they take it on. Once they get into the throws of parrot ownership they think, “Uh oh, what did I do?” The result? Much like what we have seen happen with dogs and cats, we are now seeing with parrots. A lot of parrots, but few homes. Or we see parrots in their 20s who have been shuffled around from home to home most of it’s life because each time the new owner has no idea what they have gotten themselves into, or even how to handle or care for a parrot.
By: Shelly Allen
If you’re thinking of adding a companion parrot to your household, here are some things to think about BEFORE you bring it home.
Above: African Grey Parrot
Do you have the time to spend with your new companion?
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Parrots are flock animals, YOU are their flock. Do you have the time that a companion parrot both needs and deserves? Do have the space to give it proper caging? Parrots require as much space as you can give them. As big a cage as you can house, that’s the size house they need. Do you have the disposable income to buy them toys and proper food? Toys can be expensive, but they are essential for the mental and physical well being of your companion parrot. They also need essential nutrients found in specialized parrot food mixes, while food isn’t a make or break expense it is certainly something to add to the equation. Do you have a plan for the parrot in the event your companionship does not work out? Simply surrendering the parrot to your local bird outlet is neither fair to the parrot or for that matter, very responsible behavior on your part! Hey, we’ve all had situations that just don’t work out, but deal with them like an adult and take responsibility for the situation. Find the bird a good home. I received my Umbrella Cockatoo, Picasso, from a family that just couldn’t give him the attention he deserved. I did my research, I talked to dedicated parrot owners who gave me all the information I am giving to you right now. I knew what I was getting into and I did it with eyes wide open. That was 10 years ago and me and Picasso are still going strong. Good forever homes do exist, be responsible and find one.
temperament of the parrot your thinking about acquiring? Different breeds have different temperaments. Cockatoos love to be petted and scratched and loved all up. We match. Amazons like to be talked to but do not particularly like to be touched. African Greys are very intelligent, they are estimated to have the intelligence of a five year old child. They can reason out that if they fall they could get hurt, they tend to be a bit neurotic, does that fit your personality? The bottom line is this. I am in no way telling you not to share your life with a parrot. Parrot companionship has been one of the most enjoyable relationships of my life. Parrots are just such little characters, and they are so funny, and lovable, and cute. If you decide parrot ownership IS for you, don’t let a husband, a wife, girlfriend or boyfriend come between you and your parrot! Give it the forever home it deserves and you will have a best friend for life.
Picasso, 12 year old Umbrella Cockatoo
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Boarding/Dogs Boarding - Dogs (Cats as Noted)
Club Bow Wow
100 W Royal Palm Road Boca Raton, 33432
561 - 391 - 6454
All Dogs Rock
2257 Vista Parkway #8 West Palm Beach, 33411
561 - 684 - 0722
Info@AllDogsRock.com
www.AllDogsRock.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 19)
Arfington Pet Resort (Dogs & Cats) 3910 NW 49th Street Tamarac, 33309
954 - 777 - DOGS www.Arfington.com
ClubBowWow@live.com
www.ClubBowWowResort.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 33)
Hollydogs Inn Pet Hotel 1600 S Dixie Hwy Hollywood, 33020
954 - 925 - 7758 www.Hotel4Pets.com
(See Our Ad On Pg. 19)
PetLover Central
7491 N Federal Hwy, Suite C1-C3 Boca Raton, 33487
(See Our Ad On Pg. 19)
561 - 241 - 3977
Bow-Wow Resorts
www.PetLoverCentral.com
954 - 970 - 0007 www.Bow-WowResorts.com
Plantation Animal Hospital
Chateau Poochie (Dogs & Cats) 4301 N Federal Hwy Pompano Beach, 33064
954 - 473 - 8090 www.PlantationAnimalHosp.com
Info@ChateauPoochie.com
Your older dog has the same capacity to learn new training and behavior as he did when he was a puppy… and having been through it all once before sometimes helps make it even easier.
4100 N Powerline Rd, Suite G-3 Pompano Beach, 33073
(See Our Ad On Pg. 20)
954 - 561 - 8111
www.ChateauPoochie.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 3)
Domesticated for more than 10,000 years, the dog was one of the first animals domesticated by humans. 18
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(Dogs & Cats) 50 N University Drive Plantation, 33324
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We transport your pet anywherewith or without you Small to Oversized PetsSpecial Needs Geriatrics Convalescent Pets
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561 - 832 - 4756
Jay@BirdsOffBroadway.com
www.BirdsOffBroadway.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 23)
Brenda’s Birds
324 NE 3rd Ave Delray Beach, 33444
561 - 278 - 5394 www.BrendasBirds.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 23)
Atlantic Doggery Boutique & Grooming 2724 E Atlantic Blvd Pompano Beach, 33062
954 - 784 - DOGS www.AtlanticDoggeryInc.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 45)
Bow-Wow Resorts
4100 N Powerline Rd, Suite G-3 Pompano Beach, 33073
954 - 970 - 0007 www.Bow-WowResorts.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 20)
Chateau Poochie - Dogs and Cats 4301 N Federal Hwy Pompano Beach, 33064 954 - 561 - 8111
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www.ChateauPoochie.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 3)
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on the
Dog
888 - 589 - 2551 www.PuttinOnTheDogShop.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 25)
Boutiques - Pet Animal House Pet Supplies 1934 E Sunrise Blvd Fort Lauderdale, 33304
954 - 763 - 7977
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www.AnimalHouseFll.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 25)
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Fiesta Pet Deli
2900 W Sample Road Pompano Beach, 33073
954 - 971 - 2500 www.FiestaPetDeli.com
(See Our Ad On Back Cover)
Fins, Furs N’ Feathers 1975 N Federal Hwy Boca Raton, 33432
561 - 391 - 5858
(See Our Ad On Pg. 26)
Parrots are the only birds that can bring food to their beak with their foot.
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Brenda’s BIRDS
A Bird Sanctuary Over 1000 birds to choose from! Largest Inventory of Cages and Supplies!
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Boutiques/Pet Con’t Boutiques - Pet
Wilton’s Manor Doggie Day Care Con’t
Lola’s Healthy Pet Cafe 2605 N Dixie Hwy #3 Wilton Manors, 33334
954 - 822 - 8003 www.LolasHealthyPetCafe.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 27)
2155 N Dixie Hwy Wilton Manors, 33305
754 -223 - 4776
josh@wiltonsmanor.com
www.wiltonSmanor.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 2)
Woof Gang Bakery Palm Beach 296 S County Road Palm Beach, 33480
Pat’s Pedigree & Pet Grooming
561 - 835 - WOOF (9663)
954 - 572 - 6505
www.WoofGangBakery.com/ locations/palmbeach-fl
8632 NW 44th St Sunrise, 33351
(See Our Ad On Pg. 45)
Paws
on the
palmbeach@woofgangbakery.com
(See Our Ad On Pg. 4)
Avenue
525 Lake Ave Downtown Lake Worth
561 - 588 - 6533
Info@PawsontheAvenue.com
www.PawsontheAvenue.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 27)
PetLover Central
7491 N Federal Hwy, Suite C1-C3 Boca Raton, 33487
Cats’ bodies are extremely flexible; the cat skeleton contains more than 230 bones (a human has about 206), and the pelvis and shoulders loosely attach to the spine. This adds to their flexibility and allows them to fit through very small spaces.
561 - 241 - 3977
Info@PetLoverCentral.com
www.PetLoverCentral.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 33)
Salon Bark
6274 N Federal Hwy Fort Lauderdale, 33308
954 - 491 - 1119
Info@SalonBark.com
www.SalonBark.com
(See Our Ad On Pg. 47)
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Cats are obligate carnivores. This means they must eat meat. So even if you’re a vegetarian, you need to come to grips with the fact that your cat can’t be. He will get very sick and die without meat in his diet.
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We’re always adding new and exciting merchandise for your pets!
www.PuttinOnTheDogShop.com Cats step with both left legs, then both right legs when they walk or run. The only other animals to do this are the giraffe and the camel. Cats have better memories than dogs. Tests conducted by the University of Michigan concluded that while a dog’s memory lasts no more than 5 minutes, a cat’s can last as long as 16 hours -exceeding even that of monkeys and orangutans. Sept-march
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An estimated one million dogs are named as beneficiaries in people’s wills. Many people get so attached to their dog that they ensure they are cared for appropriately once they have departed from this life.
In Australia, England, and the U.S., Max wins as the most popular name for pooches. Other popular dog names in the U.S. are Jake, Buddy, Maggie, Molly, and Bear.
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Why We Scratch
By Sarah Evans
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C
ats are affectionate pets, but they are also instinctual predators. Way before they became domesticated pets, cats were hunters who had to stalk game, catch their food, scale trees, run, and hide. For all those reasons, they were gifted with sharp claws so they would be able to look after themselves, hunting, climbing and surviving. To keep their claws in effective order, they scratch. The scratching not only cleanses their claws and keeps them sharp, it also helps them mark their territory, stretch out, and workout their extremities. Scratching posts help them do just that. There is no way you, or anyone else, can halt a cat from scratching. They can’t help it as it is in their nature to do so. The best thing to do is to stop fighting with your cat and in turn find something that can make it leave the furniture and fabric alone. That’s the purpose of scratching posts. Declawing a cat is never an option. Cat claws are NOT like human finger nails that you can simply trim with no adverse results. Declawing cats implies having the final joints of the claws severed. It’s effectively an amputation and will leave your cat maimed for life. Declawing also messes with a cat’s natural stability as you would have effectually abbreviated their claws.
pieces when you return from work or awaken from a nap. Additional Alternatives Aside From Scratching Posts Scratching posts are an excellent way to keep your cat active and in great physical condition. However, it is also necessary to keep your special furry friend busy and well-exercised so that it will not even think of scratching your slacks, table legs or upholstery. In addition to scratching posts, there are also cat toys that can help keep your pet busy. Cat trees are also great to use apart from cat scratching posts. Cat trees provide the cat all the scratching adventures they could ever want while permitting them to climb and perch. There’s also catnip stuffed toys that can offer a cat a great time. You will find catnipstuffed enormous mice, or tiny balls which you can throw to encourage your cat to play. These cat toys will allow you to share some fantastic playful moments with your exceptional furry friend. Remember that a well-exercised... cat is a good cat.
Scratching posts are the best option for cat owners. They provide cats with an outlet to practice their instinctual scratching behavior. Best of all, you will be able to sleep soundly without stressing that you may find your furniture all shredded to Sept-march
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Dog Beaches/Swimming Dog Beaches/ Swimming Canine Beach
East End of Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale. Open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only year round; permits required. 3 - 7pm; DST 5 - 9pm
Dog Swim
at
Snyder Park
3299 SW 4th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale. Swimming for dogs is available at Snyder Park’s East Lake.
Dania Beach
Dog dock jumping now allowed at the Bill Metcalf Sailing Center at Tigertail Lake. 580 Gulfstream Way, Dania Beach. The lake faces Ravenswood Road/Anglers Ave and is located at the opposite end from the sailboats - just behind Bass Pro Shop.
Hollywood Dog Beach
North Broadwalk at Pershing St, Hollywood. Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday only, year-round; permits required. 3 - 7pm; DST 5 - 9pm
Jupiter Beach
A1A at Xanadu Road, Jupiter Tell ‘em you saw ‘em in Pet Junction
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Day Care/Dogs - Gourmet Dog Treat Bakeries Day Care - Dogs All Dogs Rock
PetLover Central
7491 N Federal Hwy, Suite C1-C3 Boca Raton, 33487
561 - 241 - 3977
Info@PetLoverCentral.com
2257 Vista Parkway #8 West Palm Beach, 33411
www.PetLoverCentral.com
Info@AllDogsRock.com
Wilton’s Manor Doggie Day Care
561 - 684 - 0722
www.AllDogsRock.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 19)
Bow-Wow Resorts
4100 N Powerline Rd, Suite G-3 Pompano Beach, 33073
954 - 970 - 0007 www.Bow-WowResorts.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 20)
Chateau Poochie - Dogs and Cats 4301 N Federal Hwy Pompano Beach, 33064 954 - 561 - 8111
Info@ChateauPoochie.com
(See Our Ad On Pg. 33)
2155 N Dixie Hwy Wilton Manors, 33305
754 -223 - 4776
josh@wiltonsmanor.com
www.wiltonSmanor.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 2)
Gourmet Dog Treat Bakeries Woof Gang Bakery Palm Beach 296 S County Road Palm Beach, 33480
www.ChateauPoochie.com
561 - 835 - WOOF (9663)
Club Bow Wow
www.WoofGangBakery.com/ locations/palmbeach-fl
(See Our Ad On Pg. 3)
100 W Royal Palm Road Boca Raton, 33432
palmbeach@woofgangbakery.com
(See Our Ad On Pg. 4)
561 - 391 - 6454
ClubBowWow@live.com
www.ClubBowWowResort.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 33)
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“I never married because there was no need. I have three pets at home which answer the same purpose as a husband. I have a dog which growls every morning, a parrot which swears all afternoon, and a cat which comes home late at night.”
--Marie Corelli
Club Bow Wow Pet Resort All Cage-Free Grooming, Doggy Daycare and Vacation Boarding 24x7 Supervised Care
“Dogs are our link to paradise. They don’t know evil or jealousy or discontent. To sit with a dog on a hillside on a glorious afternoon is to be back in Eden, where doing nothing was not boring -- it was peace.” --Milan Kundera
Resort for Exclusive Pets 100 W. Royal Palm Rd • Boca Raton, FL
561-391-6454
www.ClubBowWowResort.com
We’ll Send ‘em Home POOPED! Premier Cageless Dog Daycare • Cageless Dog Daycare
Come ! play with us
• Sleepovers
Visit us today!
• 24hr Supervision • Training • Boot Camp • Filtered Water
Live Web Cams to watch all the fun!
• VIP Packages • Grooming • Pet Boutique
www.PetLoverCentral.com
561-241-3977 • 7491 N. Federal Hwy. Boca Raton, FL 33487 Sept-march
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Dog Parks
Dog Parks Broward and Palm Beach Counties (In Alphabetical Order)
Bark Park
at
Snyder Park
(Off Leash)
3299 SW 4th Ave Fort Lauderdale
Barkham
at
Markham Park
Emerald Hills Lakes Park, Dog Friendly 3901 N 30th Terrace, Hollywood Gary B. Jones Park and Pups
for
People
8101 Southgate Blvd, Tamarac
Greenbriar Dog Park (Off Leash)
2975 Greenbriar Blvd, Wellington
Happy Tails Dog Park (Off Leash) 6600 SW 16th St, Plantation
John Prince Park,
(Off Leash)
16001 W ST RD 84, Sunrise
Dog Friendly 2700 6th Ave S, Lake Worth
Boca Raton Dog Park
John Williams Dog Park
(Off Leash)
6101 Sheridan Street, Hollywood
Canine Corner Dog Park
751 Banyan Trail, Boca Raton
751 Banyan Trail, Boca Raton 1101 N Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach located at the corner of U.S. 1 & NE 10th St
Canine Cove
Mizner Bark Dog Park Oakland Bark Park
971 NW 38th St, City of Oakland Park
Oakridge Park,
South County Regional Park 12551 Glades Road, Boca Raton
Dog Friendly 5200 SW 35th Ave, Hollywood
Dog Park
Pembroke Pines Dog Park
at
Lake Ida
(Off Leash)
1455 Lake Ida Road, Delray Bch
Dr. Paul’s Pet Care Center Dog Park
2915 Sportsplex Drive, Coral Springs
(Off Leash)
9751 Johnson Street, Pembroke Pines
Poinciana Dog Park (Off Leash)
1301 S 21st Ave, Hollywood
To advertise call 954 - 829 - 1982 or email Advertise@PetJunctionDirectory.com
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Pooch Pines
at
Okeeheelee Park
(Off Leash)
7715 Forest Hill Boulevard, West Palm Beach
Riverwalk Linear Dog Park 20 North New River Drive SW 5th Ave to SE 2nd Ave, Fort Lauderdale
Tree Tops Park,
Dog Friendly 3900 S.W. 100th Ave, Davie
Woodville Dog Park
1500 S.W. 83rd Ave, City of North Lauderdale
Broward County Parks *Wellbehaved, leashed dogs are allowed to visit all Broward County Parks EXCEPT Hollywood North Beach Park (beach side), nature centers, and natural areas.* Florida State Parks *Domestic pets are permitted in designated day-use areas at ALL Florida State Parks. They must be kept on a handheld leash that is six feet or shorter and be well-behaved at all times.*
great truths about life
brought to us by children :
• No matter how hard you try, you can’t baptize cats. • You can’t trust dogs to watch your food. • Puppies still have bad breath even after eating a tic tac. • Never hold a dustbuster and a cat at the same time! Sept-march
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Emergency Numbers
Emergency Care
for
Pets,
please call in advance
Beauty is in the “Eye”of the beholder. Dogs aren’t color blind; they can see shades of blue, yellow, green and gray.The color red registers on a grayscale in a dog’s vision.
Broward County Animal Emergency Trauma Center
2200 W Oakland Park Blvd, Oakland Park 954 - 731 - 4228
Palm Beach County Atlantic Animal Hospital Emergency Clinic
10160 La Reina Dr, Delray Beach 561 - 272 - 1552
Pet Emergency
of
Palm Beach County
3816 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens 561 - 691 - 9999
PetPB Animal Emergency Center
2246 N Congress Ave, Boynton Beach 561 - 752 - 3232
Cats’ eyes are distinctive in that they have three eyelids and the eye is so designed that it makes it easier for cats to see in low lights. It is untrue that they can see in total darkness.
Do Birds See Color ? Where we have 3 different cone types that make us sensitive to the spectrum of colors we see, there is evidence that at least some species of birds have a fourth cone type that appears responsive to wavelengths out around ultraviolet. We don’t have that, so we don’t see ultraviolet light. Some people think that feathers reflect ultraviolet light in such a way that parrots can tell, for example, males from females where we cannot. It could be that females’ feathers have a whole different ultraviolet reflectance than males’ feathers (within a given species) so the birds have no trouble telling boy from girl in species where we can’t see a clear difference. 36
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Psst...Hey you. Have a pet related business?
DON’T
get left in the doghouse. Advertise in the March 2012 Pet Junction Directory Over 400 distribution sites throughout Broward and Palm Beach. Available in print and online. Call Today 954-829-1982 or Email Advertise@PetJunctionDirectory.com
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Ending the Euthanasia Cycle By Hannah Sentenac
“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.” – Mahatma Gandhi
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No Kill Nation
A
s Americans, we adore our companion animals. We spend our weekends at local dog parks, buy expensive organic pet food, and rush them to the vet at the first sign of trouble. We spend between $50 and $60 billion on them annually, and often put their needs before ours. But even as we dote on our furry family members, three to four million lost or homeless pets are being killed each year in our nation’s shelters. It’s commonly believed that the killing of pets in animal shelters is inevitable for two reasons: “there aren’t enough homes” and “there isn’t enough money.” However, both of these excuses are inherently false – and animal lovers across the country are beginning to realize the truth, and demand that the killing stop. From this outrage, the No Kill movement has evolved. Pet overpopulation is nothing more than a persistent myth. According to a study by the Humane Society of the US, 17 million American families are looking for new pets each year, and can be convinced to adopt from a shelter. Only a small percentage of these people need to adopt in order to save the lives of all those being killed. Additionally, it’s been demonstrated time and time again that a shelter’s budget is not related to its rate of lifesaving. The No Kill movement has its own proven lifesaving program called the No Kill Equation – a set of 11 proven, cost-effective steps for shelter leadership to implement. It is the only formula that has created No Kill conditions at open-admission animal shelters. Communities as diverse as Reno, Nevada; Ithaca, NY; Charlottesville, VA; Shelby County, KY and
Austin, TX have all achieved 90%+ save rates for their animals. Compare that to the alternative: the national average is a 50% kill rate. In Miami-Dade County, 61% of the animals are killed. But that doesn’t have to be the case. Often, the No Kill Equation can be implemented at, or even below, a community’s current budget. When a shelter makes the choice to adopt a No Kill philosophy, public support is always overwhelming, and many of the costs are often transferred to that public – versus government funding. The steps of the No Kill Equation are as follows: I. Feral Cat TNR Program Trap Neuter Release (TNR) programs are the only proven effective methods of reducing a feral cat population, and No Kill communities across the country have embraced these tactics as a method of drastically reducing shelter intake and saving lives. II. High Volume, Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Low or no-cost, high volume spay/neuter programs are a key component to reducing shelter intake, and become especially effective over time. III. Rescue Groups Rescue groups are an invaluable element of the NKE. Any transfer of an animal to a rescue group reduces taxpayer cost for vet care and boarding (or euthanasia), in addition Sept-march
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to freeing up a kennel for another animal. IV. Foster Care Foster care is an irreplaceable way to drastically expand shelter capacity. Volunteer foster parents provide boarding, food and care for animals, and serve as key advocates for the shelter’s mission. These programs also save the lives of neonatal kittens and other animals who cannot survive in a shelter. V. Comprehensive Pet Adoptions You CAN adopt your way out of killing, but it takes hard work and innovation. There are more than enough homes for our nation’s homeless pets, but shelters must compete with outside sources of animals - they must offer promotions, adoption specials and implement effective marketing programs to get pets out the door. VI. Pet Retention Many of the reasons people surrender their animals are preventable, but shelters must work with the public to help them retain their animals. Through offering advice and assistance to those in need, shelters can reduce intake and keep families together. VII. Medical and Behavior Rehabilitation A key part of any shelter’s responsibility is to insure the health & well-being of its inhabitants. Animals must be treated for medical conditions and rehabilitated for behavioral issues. This step includes the implementation of proper cleaning, vaccination, evaluation and other protocols.
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VIII. Public Relations/Community Involvement Community support is key to No Kill success. By increasing public exposure for the shelter, the community will get involved, which means more donations, more volunteers, more adoptions and more lifesaving success. IX. Volunteers No Kill efforts cannot succeed without volunteers. They expand the shelter’s operational efforts without necessitating additional expense. X. Proactive Redemptions In Washoe County, Nevada, almost 65% of intake are returned to their owners, demonstrating the high percentage of animals that need only be redeemed. Actively working towards RTO efforts can drastically reduce shelter intake and kill rates. XI. A Compassionate Director The number one most important factor in reaching a No Kill community is effective leadership. Unless a shelter’s leader is progressive, compassionate and hard-working, other efforts are likely to fail. The leader dictates the policies & procedures of the organization, and if a leader makes a decision to stop the killing - it will stop. Our path is clear. Communities across the country have paved the way for the rest to follow. All we need do as animal lovers is demand change, and we can save the three to four million animals dying needlessly each year.
Five Simple Ways to Help Save Wildlife
Wildlife Care Center, Ft. Lauderdale
1. Clean Up Man made debris literally kills - plastic objects like fishing line, hooks, floats, pens, lighters, bottle caps and toothbrushes. Animals mistake them for food or become entangled by them. 2. Use trash receptacles Garbage beside the road can attract wildlife in search of food to dangerous roads and highways. 3. Assess Condition If you find an animal: Is it visibly harmed? Bleeding? Unable to walk or fly? If so contact your local wildlife help center. 4. Leave Wildlife Alone If you fear that a nest or burrow has been abandoned, stay back, observe, and be patient. They may return. Keep children, dogs, and cats away. 5. Carefully Contain Animals who do need to be rescued should be placed in a dark, quiet area. Do not attempt to feed them. Then contact your local wildlife help center. But be mindful of your safety. Some animals and birds should only be handled by professionals. Sept-march
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grooming/birds - dogs Grooming - Birds
Golden Cockatoo
360-366 S Powerline Road Deerfield Beach, 33442
954 - 725 - 0088
All Bird Clinic
3769 S Military Trail Lake Worth, 33463
GoldenCockatoo@yahoo.com
www.GoldenCockatoo.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 15)
561-304-7928
AllBirdVet@aol.com
www.AllBirdClinic.net (See Our Ad On Pg. 91)
Backos Bird Clinic 447 S Federal Hwy Deerfield Beach, 33441
954 - 427 - 0777 www.BackosBirdClinic.com
Grooming - Dogs (Cats as Noted)
A Dog’s Tales
2542 N Federal Hwy Fort Lauderdale, 33305
954 - 563 - DOGZ
(See Our Ad On Pg. 92)
(See Our Ad On Pg. 43)
Bird
Alexandria’s Grooming
and
Exotic Hospital
6147 Lake Worth Road Greenacres, 33463
561 - 964 - 2121 www.BirdExoticVet.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 92)
Birds Off Broadway 2417 Spruce Ave West Palm Beach, 33407
561 - 832 - 4756
Jay@BirdsOffBroadway.com
www.BirdsOffBroadway.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 23)
Brenda’s Birds
324 NE 3rd Ave Delray Beach, 33444
561 - 278 - 5394 www.BrendasBirds.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 23)
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(Dogs & Cats) 2032 E Oakland Park Blvd Fort Lauderdale, 33306
954 - 564 - 4141
Ria@alexandriasgrooming.com
www.AlexandriasGrooming.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 43)
All Dogs Rock
2257 Vista Parkway #8 West Palm Beach, 33411
561 - 684 - 0722
Info@AllDogsRock.com
www.AllDogsRock.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 19)
“A bird does not sing because it has an answer. It sings because it has a song.” - Chinese Proverb
Let our advertisers know where you saw them.
WE APPRECIATE IT!
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grooming - dogs Grooming - Dogs
Con’t
(Cats as Noted)
Arfington Pet Resort (Dogs & Cats) 3910 NW 49th Street Tamarac, 33309
954 - 777 - DOGS www.Arfington.com
(See Our Ad On Pg. 19)
Atlantic Doggery Boutique & Grooming (Dogs & Cats) 2724 E Atlantic Blvd Pompano Beach, 33062
954 - 784 - DOGS www.AtlanticDoggeryInc.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 45)
Bow-Wow Resorts
4100 N Powerline Rd, Suite G-3 Pompano Beach, 33073 954 - 970 - 0007
www.Bow-WowResorts.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 20)
Club Bow Wow
(Dogs & Cats) 100 W Royal Palm Road Boca Raton, 33432
561 - 391 - 6454
ClubBowWow@live.com
www.ClubBowWowResort.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 33)
Hollydogs Inn Pet Hotel 1600 S Dixie Hwy Hollywood, 33020
954 - 925 - 7758 www.Hotel4Pets.com
(See Our Ad On Pg. 19)
Lola’s Healthy Pet Cafe 2605 N Dixie Hwy #3 Wilton Manors, 33334
954 - 822 - 8003 www.LolasHealthyPetCafe.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 27)
Merryfield School Grooming
of
Pet
5040 NE 13th Ave Fort Lauderdale, 33334
954 - 771 - 4030 MerryFld@aol.com
www.MerryFieldSchool.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 51)
Pat’s Pedigree & Pet Grooming (Dogs & Cats) 8632 NW 44th Street Sunrise, 33351
954 - 572 - 6505
(See Our Ad On Pg. 45)
Paws
in
Paradise
(Dogs & Cats) 409R Lake Ave Lake Worth, 33460
561 - 540 - 2544
Jane@PawsInParadiseLakeWorth.com
www.PawsInParadiseLakeWorth.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 45)
Get Listed! Call 954 - 829 - 1982 or email Advertise@PetJunctionDirectory.com for info!
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www.pawsinparadiselakeworth.com
We Specialize In Grooming Cats and Large Breed Dogs No Cages ● No Tranquilizers
Hypoallergenic Shampoo Credit Cards Accepted
Pat’s Pedigree & Pet Grooming www.patspedigree.com • 954.572.6505 8632 NW 44th St. (Forum Plaza) Sunrise, FL Sept-march
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grooming/dogs Grooming - Dogs
Con’t
(Cats as Noted)
Suzie’s Place
(Dogs & Cats) 1565 NE 26th Street Wilton Manors, 33305
PetLover Central
954 - 563 - 5674 www.Suzies-Place.com
561 - 241 - 3977
Wilton’s Manor Doggie Day Care
7491 N. Federal Hwy, Suite C1-C3 Boca Raton, 33487 Info@PetLoverCentral.com
www.PetLoverCentral.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 33)
Pet’s Playground (Dogs & Cats) 1296 N Federal Hwy Pompano Beach, 33062
(See Our Ad On Pg. 47)
2155 N Dixie Hwy Wilton Manors, 33305
754 -223 - 4776
josh@wiltonsmanor.com
www.wiltonSmanor.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 2)
954 - 782 - 4994 www.PetsPlayGround.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 51)
Pup’e Cutz
(Dogs & Cats) 124 S. Federal Hwy Unit 2 Pompano Beach, 33062 954 - 946 - 7884 www.PupeCutz.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 47)
Rover
the
Rainbow
929 N Federal Hwy Fort Lauderdale, 33304
954 - 525 - 6988 www.rovertherainbow.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 94)
Salon Bark
6274 N Federal Hwy Fort Lauderdale, 33308
954 - 491 - 1119
Info@SalonBark.com
www.SalonBark.com
(See Our Ad On Pg. 47)
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Cats and humans have similar regions in their brains dedicated to emotions.
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124 S Federal Hwy Unit 2 • Pompano Beach, FL
954-946-7884 • www.pupecutz.com Sept-march
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The Voice Of Our Four-Legged Friends The HOMELESS PET ADOVOCATES (THPA) is an all Volunteer companion animal, DOG & CAT RESCUE organization working on the ground, in the shelters and through social networking to successfully rescue dogs and cats from death row in our Cities’ & Counties’ so-called “shelters”. Our volunteers come together in a responsible manner to save the precious lives of DOGS, PUPPIES, CATS and KITTENS that otherwise would not have survived the “Shelter Experience”.
Our mission is clear: Rescue as many as we can responsibly handle; Provide a loving FOSTER CARE environment; and PLACE them in their FURR-EVER HOMES.
We have been experiencing an extremely HIGH number of rescue calls. NOW we are calling out to you for help!
We are in need of • Foster Homes • Permanent Homes • Volunteers Please e-mail:
info@TheHomelessPetAdvocates.com with Foster, Adopter or Volunteer info in the subject line and we will be sure to get right back you.
www.facebook.com/TheHomelessPetAdvocates Special thanks to Nathan Winograd for his books “irreconcilable differences” and “REDEMPTION” for paving the way for us.
FOSTER HOMES NEEDED IN SOUTH FLORIDA (Miami-Dade • Broward • Palm Beach)
By offering your time, energy and home to a pet you give that pet the stability and socialization they need in order to get adopted into loving forever homes. Foster parents provide temporary care for the rescued pets in need. Responsibilities include providing food, shelter, socialization, & basic training. Some animals need as little as two weeks of care, while others may need care for up to three months. Basic training includes:
Crate-training • House-training • Leash-training Simple commands • Litter-training (cats)
THPA provides: All veterinary care and medicine for foster animals, plus plenty of support to foster parent volunteers. THPA will complete the final steps necessary to prepare the animal for adoption.
Contact us at
foster@TheHomelessPetAdvocates.com to fill out a foster application
grooming/mobile - pet cremation Grooming - Mobile Salon Bark
6274 N Federal Hwy Fort Lauderdale, 33308
Pet Containment and Avoidance Invisible Fence Coast
of the
Gold
Info@SalonBark.com
1140 Holland Dr, Suite 11 Boca Raton, 33487
(See Our Ad On Pg. 47)
goldcoast@invisiblefence.com
954 - 491 - 1119
www.SalonBark.com
Grooming - Schools
561-845-8444
www.GoldCoast.InvisibleFence.com
Pet Cremation
Merryfield School of Pet Grooming (Dogs & Cats)
A Rainbow Crossing
954 - 771 - 4030
954 - 612 - 6003
www.MerryFieldSchool.com
www.RainbowPet.net
5040 NE 13th Ave Fort Lauderdale, 33334
4868 NE 12th Ave Oakland Park, 33334
MerryFld@aol.com
Jen@RainbowPet.net
(See Our Ad On Pg. 51)
(See Our Ad On Pg. 51)
Pet’s Playground
(Dogs & Cats) 1296 N Federal Hwy Pompano Beach, 33062
954 - 782 - 4994 www.PetsPlayGround.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 51)
My neighbor has two dogs. One of them says to the other, “Woof!” The other replies, “Moo!” The dog is perplexed. “Moo? Why did you say, “Moo’?” The other dog says, “I’m trying to learn a foreign language.” 50
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Faithful
With eye upraised his master’s look to scan, The joy, the solace, and the aid of man: The rich man’s guardian and the poor man’s friend, The only creature faithful to the very end.
-George Crabbe
www.RainbowPet.net Interested in a career change? Become a Professional Pet Groomer!
Grooming School Mention this ad and get $100 Off Tuition 326 S. State Road 7 Margate, FL 33068
954.968.7876
1296 N. Federal Hwy Pompano Beach, FL 33062
954.782.4994
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An estimated 500,000 companion animals are relinquished and euthanized in shelters each year simply because their owners pass away or become too ill to care for them.
Make sure you have a plan in place to guarantee the lifetime care for YOUR pets. Components of a lifetime care plan: Step 1: Identify Caregivers. Identify people who could step in to take short term care of your pets in the hours, days, or weeks after an emergency, or who would adopt your pets should you become incapacitated or pass away. If you cannot find friends, relatives or neighbors to care for your pets, your veterinarian, local pet sitters and animal rescue groups may be able to help you locate potential caregivers. Step 2: Prepare written instructions
outlining how your pets should be cared for.
How do you want your pets to live - in another house or in a sanctuary? What kind of special care do your pets require? Do you want your pets to stay together? To make sure that your wishes are followed, your instructions must be written down and someone must know where to find them. Step 3: Set up a fund specifically for
the care of your pets.
If Anything Happened To You...
what would
happen to
them?
Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League
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You currently pay for food, shelter, supplies, and medical care for your pets. Those expenses won’t stop, even if you aren’t around to pay them. You may want to set aside funds for temporary or foster care, transportation to a new home and the ongoing care of your pets. Step 4: Select a plan that’s best for
YOUR pets.
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P.O. Box 5209 Lighthouse Point, 33074
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Shih Tzu Rescue, Inc 4474 Weston Road, #175, Davie, 33331
954 - 680 - 6456 www.ShihTzuRescue.org (See Our Ad On Pg. 57)
“Why is it that my heart is so touched whenever I meet a dog lost in our noisy streets? Why do I feel such anguished pity when I see one of these creatures coming and going, sniffing everyone, frightened, despairing of even finding its master?” -Emil Zola
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&
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Fran & Stan – FEATURED BONDED PAIR –
BONDED PAIRS ARE HARDER TO ADOPT
They have lost their family and the smells, sounds and safety of the home they knew. All that they have left is their love for each other. We do whatever it takes to keep these bonded pairs together. Double the pleasure! Double the fun! We need special people to open their hearts and minds to the idea of adopting two instead of one. Bonded pairs are surrendered into rescue more often than people realize. Please visit our website below to learn more about Fran & Stan, any of our bonded pairs, or our single dogs up for adoption. TJ
& JUNIOR
Visit us at www.shihtzurescue.org or call 954.680.6456 to adopt one of our dogs or for more information on volunteering or how you can make a donation.
pet Events Pet Events Responsible Dog Owners Day
Saturday, September 24 11am - 4pm Pompano Beach Pompano Citi Centre
Art 4 The Animals
Sunday, September 25 12pm - 5pm Coral Springs Royal University Plaza
www.Art4TheAnimals.com Mutts and Martinis
Friday, September 30 5pm - 8pm
Fort Lauderdale Downtower’s Saloon (South of the New River) 2011 International Best Pet Expo
Friday - Sunday, October 14 - 16 Wellington IPC Polo Grounds
www.BestPetExpo.com Pet-A-Palooza
Saturday October 22 11am - 5pm Jupiter Carlin Park of Jupiter
Pet Costume and Parade
Saturday, October 29
Downtown Lake Worth
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HOWL-o-ween at Manors Masquerade
Sunday, October 30 2pm - 4pm
Costume Contest 3 - 4pm 2020 Wilton Drive Hagen Park (directly behind City Hall) Happy Paws Pet Expo 2011
Sat- Sun, November 12-13 10am - 6pm Davie Bergeron Rodeo Grounds
www.HappyPawsPetExpo.com Check our website often, we are always adding new events! www.PetJunctionDirectory.com Add your event by emailing us at Editor@PetJunctionDirectory.com
www.HappyPawsPetExpo.com
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Pet friendly Apartments
Pet Friendly Apartments and Pet Policy
Broward County
(In Alphabetical Order)
4 Forty Flagler Village 440 NE 4th Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
877 - 246 - 4783
Pet Friendly Community: Private Dog Park on Premises
www.4FortyFlaglerVillage.com (See Our Ad on Page 5)
Belmont
at
North Lauderdale
877 - 824 - 3522 50 pound limit - Breed restrictions.
Blue Isle Apartments
888 - 678 - 1715 Pet friendly community! Call for breed restrictions.
Bridgewater Place
866 - 751 - 8678 Small pets up to 20 pounds.
Cameron Cove
888 - 828 - 9471 We Love Pets, 70 pound weight limit. Call for details.
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Cooper Properties
866 - 799 - 9459 Pets welcome. Call for details. Breed restrictions.
Crown Pointe/ Star Pointe at The Township
866 - 275 - 4924 Three pet limit. Some “breeds� require renters and liability insurance.
Cypress Shores
866 - 706 - 6922 Pets welcomed, breed restrictions.
Falls
at
Marina Bay
866 - 670 - 9837 35 pound weight limit.
Forest Park
Harbour Pointe Villas Docks
877 - 714 - 8689 Pets up to 35 pounds. Maximum two per apartment. Breed restrictions.
Island Club Apartments
866 - 782 - 8503 Maximum two pets per home. Dog weight limit 75 pounds.
Jacaranda Club
866 - 386 - 1643 40 pound weight limit. Breed restrictions apply.
Lakeview Cove
866 - 386 - 1831 Pet friendly. Call for details.
866 - 805 - 1441 45 pound maximum, two pets per unit. Breed restrictions apply.
Mar Lago Village
Gables San Remo
Melrose
866 - 907 - 5896 Qualified pets welcome. Breed restrictions apply. Two pets per apartment not to exceed 150 pounds.
Gatehouse
at
Pine Lake
866 - 845 - 8805 Pet friendly community. Call for details.
Grove East
954 - 583 - 7542 Cats and dogs up to 60 pounds each, two pets per home. Breed restrictions apply.
and
866 - 386 - 2793 Pet friendly - call for details. on the
Intracoastal
561 - 313 - 7558 Cats and small dogs allowed.
New River Cove
866 - 407 - 9066 One cat per home. One dog per home. Breed restrictions.
Olivine and Forest Pointe the Township
at
866 - 278 - 6180 Pet friendly community. Breed and weight restrictions apply.
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Pet friendly Apartments con’t Pet Friendly Apts - Con’t Port Royale Apartments
877 - 281 - 1543 Pet friendly community. Call for details.
Residences
at
Bayview
866 - 391 - 1535 Pet friendly community. Call for details.
Royal Oaks Townhomes
866 - 595 - 3790 Pets up to 50 pounds with restrictions.
Satori
866 - 937 - 0373 Cats & dogs, 30 pound weight limit, breed restrictions.
Set Point Garden Apartments 866 - 393 - 0668 Cats allowed. No dogs.
866 - 860 - 0096 One cat per home. One dog per home. Weight limit cats: 25 pounds, Dogs: 75 pounds. at
“Acquiring a dog may be the only opportunity a human ever has to choose a relative.” -Mordecai Siegal Pet Junction
Pets Accepted, limited to two pets per unit. Breed restrictions.
www.TheExchangeLofts.com (See Our Ad on Page 55)
The Key West
866 - 590 - 2949 All Pets Welcome! No Weight Limit.
Vinings
866 - 428 - 1700 Cats & dogs welcome. No weight limits. Certain breed restrictions apply.
Vista Verde
at
Coconut Creek
866 - 740 - 1104 Pets Welcome - call for details.
866 - 759 - 2831 Large pets welcome up to 60 pounds. Breed restrictions apply.
Windward Lakes
877 - 285 - 6722 Call for pet restrictions.
Palm Aire
866 - 395 - 7048 Pets allowed under 50 pounds fully grown. Breed restrictions.
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888 - 214 - 1768
Waterford Park Townhomes
Sheridan Lake Club
St. Andrews
The Exchange Lofts 115 NE 3rd Ave Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
“They never talk about themselves but listen to you while you talk about yourself, and keep up an appearance of being interested in the conversation.”
-Jerome K. Jerome
PALM BEACH COUNTY (In Alphabetical Order)
Colony Park
866 - 249 - 2715 Weight and breed restrictions - up to 30 pounds.
Emerald Bay Club 2560 South Ocean
866 - 682 - 5191 We accept pets! Please call for details.
Fairway Vista
Azalea Village
888 - 420 - 6134 35 pound maximum weight limit.
866 - 346 - 3201 Dogs and cats permitted.
Bella Vista Apartments Boca Del Mar
at
866 - 460 - 6419 Pet friendly community. Call for details.
Bermuda Cay
866 - 441 - 5695 Qualified pets under 30 pounds.
Boca Sol
866 - 751 - 7908 Pets: Dogs and Cats Welcome!
Boca Winds Apartments
866 - 317 - 6214 Pet friendly. Some restrictions apply.
Boynton Bay
866 - 751 - 7916 Pets welcome! Large fenced pet park.
Clipper Cove
866 - 240 - 0664 Two pet maximum, up to 60 pounds. Breed restrictions apply.
866 - 799 - 4542 One adult dog up to 50 pounds. Three pets per apartment.
La Costa Apartments 866 - 386 - 1769 Up to 50 pounds.
Las Ventanas
866 - 937 - 0841 Pet restrictions do apply. 50 pound max.
Malibu Bay
877 - 575 - 5146 Weight limit 25 pounds.
Manatee Bay
866 - 386 - 2704 Weight limit is 20 pounds.
Marina Bay
561 - 432 - 1515 Small pets.
Mariner’s Key Apartments On The Intracoastal!
866 - 618 - 9389 Weigh limit 50 pounds. Dogs and cats only, limit two. Sept-march
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877 - 570 - 8642 Pets allowed up to 60 pounds.
Peninsula
on the
Intracoastal
877 - 470 - 3556 Pets welcome! Call for details.
Reflections Beach
of
West Palm
888 - 743 - 0202 Weight limit is 70 pounds. Call for details.
Residences
at
City Place
866 - 391 - 1548 50 pounds or two dogs combined at 50 pounds.
Savannah Lakes
866 - 378 - 5249 Pet friendly. Call for details.
Tennis Towers Apartments
866 - 744 - 3716 Call for pet policies and restrictions. Maximum two pets per apartment.
The Cascades Apartments 866 - 424 - 0230 Maximum two pets per home.
The Cove
at
Boynton Beach
866 - 418 - 2176 Maximum of one cat, one dog. Breed restrictions.
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Villa Oceana Luxury Apartment Homes
888 - 334 - 4908 Two pets, 35 pounds each.
Village Crossing Apartments 888 - 729 - 0829 Weight limit is 75 pounds. Call for details.
Vinings
at
Delray Beach
866 - 432 - 9535 Dogs and cats. Some breeds restricted.
Water’s Edge Apartments
866 - 435 - 1235 Three pet limit. No weight limit. Breed restrictions.
Worthing Place
866 - 462 - 2603 Cats and dogs allowed, 75 pound weight limit, breed restrictions.
Worthington
866 - 900 - 6127 We except pets up to 60 pounds. Breed restrictions may apply.
• Pets encourage playfulness, exercise, and laughter. • Promote social interaction, decrease the feeling of loneliness and isolation, and increase morale and optimism. • Satisfy the need for touch and to be touched, and give nonjudgmental warmth and affection.
Pet Friendly Campgrounds and RV Parks Everglades Holiday Park
John Prince Park Campground
Highland Woods
Markham Park
21940 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale 850/900 NE 48th Street, Pompano Beach
Jonathan Dickinson State Park
16450 SE Federal Hwy, Hobe Sound
Juno Ocean Walk RV Resort
900 Juno Ocean Walk, Juno Beach
4759 S Congress Avenue, Lake Worth 16001 W H 84, Sunrise
Paradise Island RV Resort
2121 NW 29th Court, Oakland Park
Peanut Island Campground Natural Areas Camping
and
6500 Peanut Island Rd, Riviera Beach
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Pet friendly Restaurants, Patio Pet Friendly Restaurants, Patio: (In Alphabetical Order by City)
Boca Raton Bangkok
in
Boca
500 Via De Palmas
Brasserie Mon Ami 1400 Glades Road 2301 Glades Road
Courtyard Cafe
2650 North Military Trail
Einstein Bros Bagels 9795 Glades Rd
GreenWise Market
21230 Saint Andrews Blvd
Ichiban Japanese Restaurant 8841 Glades Rd and
3013 Yamato Road
Truluck’s
351 Plaza Real
Boynton Beach Chipotle
1780 N Congress Avenue
Pei Wei Asian Diner
1750 N Congress Avenue
TooJay’s Gourmet Deli
Chipotle
Lion
TooJay’s Gourmet Deli
Eagle English Pub
2401 N Federal Highway
Ruby Tuesday 409 Plaza Real
Smoothie King
801 N Congress Avenue
Coral Springs Chipotle
1775 University Drive
Elevation Burger
2908 University Drive
TooJay’s Gourmet Deli
2880 North University Drive
Deerfield Beach Bru’s Room Sports Grill 123 NE 20th Avenue
Pizza Fusion
196 N Federal Highway
7401 N Federal Highway
Delray Beach
TooJay’s Gourmet Deli
Bru’s Room Sports Grill
5030 Champion Blvd
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Chipotle
Indigo Restaurant
City Oyster
Japanese Steak House
Nature’s Way Cafe
Johnny Rockets
Nutrition Cottage
Johnny V Restaurant
520 Linton Blvd 213 E Atlantic Ave 20 W Atlantic Avenue
407 E Atlantic Avenue
Fort Lauderdale 33rd
and
Dine French Cafe
620 E Las Olas Blvd 350 E Las Olas Blvd 5740 Seminole Way
625 E Las Olas Blvd
Kitchenetta
2850 N Federal
Panera Bread
3330 NE 33rd Street
1762 N Federal Highway
Briny Riverfront Pub
Pizza Fusion
305 S Andrews Avenue
1013 N Federal Highway
Coconuts
Rino’s Tuscan Grill
429 Seabreeze Blvd
1105 E Las Olas Blvd
Dogma Grill
Samba Room
900 S Federal Highway
350 E Las Olas Blvd
Einstein’s Bros Bagels
Simply Natural Cafe
19 N Federal Highway
8267 Sunset Strip
Einstein’s Bros Bagels
Stromboli Pizza
1499 SE 17th Street Causeway
Einsteins Bagel
801 S University Dr
The Floridian
3200 N Federal Hwy
1410 East Las Olas Boulevard
Georgie’s Alibi
Tokyo Sushi
2266 Wilton Drive/NE 4th Avenue
1499 SE 17th Street
Grill Room On Las Olas
Zona Fresca
620 E Las Olas Blvd
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West Palm Beach Chipotle
2380 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd
Nature’s Way Cafe
Lake Worth
9920 Highway A1A
Brogue’s
Outback Steakhouse
621 Lake Ave
Dave’s Last Resort 632 Lake Ave
871 Village Blvd
and
Raw Bar
Rooney’s Public House 213 Clematis St
Havana Hideout
509 Lake Ave
Bone Appetite!
Nature’s Way Cafe 517 N Lake Avenue
South Shores Tavern & Patio Bar 502 Lucerne Ave
TooJay’s Gourmet Deli 419 Lake Avenue
Pompano Beach Bru’s Room Sports Grill 235 S Federal Highway
Galuppi’s
1103 N Federal Highway
Sunrise
“I say madam, why do you want to get a divorce?” “My husband treats me like a dog.” “Does he mistreat you? Does he hit you.” “No, he wants me to be faithful to him.” You and your pooch’s favorite hang out not listed? Email us at Editor@PetJunctionDirectory.com and we’ll add it!
Chipotle
129 NW 136th Avenue
Simply Natural Cafe 8267 Sunset Strip
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*While all of our listings are believed to be pet friendly on their outdoor patios, please call ahead to find out specific pet policies. If you find we have inadvertently listed an unfriendly business, let us know at the email above.
Top 10 Pet Poisons kitchen in the
10. Unbaked Bread Dough and Alcohol.
9. Household Cleaners
8. Macadamia Nuts
7. Human Medication
6. Compost
5. Onions and Garlic
4. Fatty Table Scraps
3. Xylitol/Sugar-free Gum/Candy
2. Grapes, Raisins, & Currants
1. Chocolate!
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Cool Stuff for pets that we JUST LOVE! Swoop the Poop
You don’t still use your hands do you? Swoop’s patented design grabs and bags your pooch’s poop in a single action, concealing it away, leaving you free to dispose of it in a hygienic and responsible manner! SWOOP has a unique grabbing action which essentially replicates the hand. Lightweight, durable, stylish, and is made from 100% recyclable plastic. (Swoop Pooper Scooper, $19.99, www.SmartHome.com)
Cool down
A revolutionary new self-cooling pet cushion that cools without refrigeration, water or electricity. No maintenance, no mess. Automatically re-charges itself.
(The Cool Pet Pad, small thru x-large starting at $19.95, www.TheGreenPetShop.com)
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Hydration For Good Health
Tasty, easy-to-use solutions for hydration supplementation for pets - dogs, cats, birds and horses • Save a Trip to the Vet • Made 100% in the USA • Fast Recovery from Dehydration • Helps Pets Bounce Back After Illness/Surgery • Helps with Quick Recoveries After Exercise • Essential Product for Emergency, First Aid and Travel Kits • FAST Recoveries From Diarrhea/Vomiting (COOL PET® Hydration Formulas, starting at $9.99, www.YourCoolPet.com)
Playin’ It Safe
On the go with Polly means keeping her safe from unforeseen dangers, This travel carrier is great for parrots on the go! No more chipping paint, NO more rust! Choice of colors. (Aluminum Travel Carriers For Birds, starting at $119.00, www.KingsCages.com)
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Give your Pea a Pod
Safe and nurturing habitats that complement your living space rather than disrupting it. The rounded design mimics cavelike sanctuaries that animals gravitate instinctively toward for protection and relaxation, while the elliptical exterior accents your interior design and enhances your living space. (pEi Pod, starting at $129.99, www.PeiPod.com)
Chase, Rattle & Roll
Turn recycled wine corks into stylish little toys that cats love. Handmade using natural cork, cotton twine, and felt endcaps stuffed with fine-grind organic catnip. The perfect size for chasing and carrying, plus the corks give them a little bounce to keep kitty on her toes. (Bamboleos,$9.50 3-Pk, www.ModernCatStudio.com)
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Attack of the Killer Feline!
Cats Attack Scratching Post is a self assembled, super-cool, cat scratching post designed to look like a cityscape. So when your kitty climbs and scratches, the scene quickly becomes a Giant Outer Space Cats Attack movie! So grab your video camera and start filming your way to online video infamy! (Cats Attack Scratching Post, $29.99, www.PerpetualKid.com)
H2O to go!
Simply flip to open position and gently squeeze bottle to fill tray. Convenient belt clip for nohands carrying. Great for hot days and long walks with your dog. Holds 20 fl. oz. Will fit in your bike`s water bottle holder for fast rides. Perfect for hikes and trips. Assorted colors (Gulpy Water Dispenser, $10.99, www.Muttropolis.com)
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Slowin’ down the food Chain For dogs who forget to chew their food, this bowl is a must! The simple obstruction make dogs slow down to eat. Elegant, no-tip shape bowl with durable, powder coated safe finish. Comes in five exciting colors. Easy to clean! (Slow Eating Dog Bowl, $10.00
www.PlatinumPetsUSA.com)
Singing in the Rain
Nothing makes a bird happier than singing in the rain. Closest thing to rain should be your shower! Give ‘em a good quality shower filter to remove contaminents that could damage their sensitive air sacs, and give them something to really sing about! Reduces contaminents and removes skin and lung damaging chlorine. (Eco-7 Showermate Shower Filter, $49.00, www.GenesisWaterProducts.com)
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Dirty Birdy no more
No more dirty birds with this handy shower perch! Just fix it to the shower wall with attached suction cups and watch your dirty bird scrub a dub dub! (Zoo-max Shower Perch, starting at $26.99, us.zoo-max.com)
Swing Baby Swing!
Previously only available in Europe, the Cat's Trapeze offers kittens and active cats the perfect place to play and rest. The unique suspended design is attractive to active cats, challenging them to climb and play while drawing their attention away from curtains and furniture. Made of sturdy unbleached cotton and is machine washable. Available in the 2-pillow trapeze or the 3-pillow trapeze. (Cat’s Trapeze, starting at $75.00 www.catstrapeze.us) Sept-march
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All About Greyhounds By Hollydogs Greyhound Adoption
G
reyhounds are one of the oldest breeds of dogs – their first signs were discovered in temple drawings dating back to 6000BC in what is now Turkey. They were worshipped in ancient Egypt and in medieval Europe with only people of nobility allowed to own them. They arrived in the United States with immigrants from the British Isles to help control the over population of crop destroying jack rabbits. Unfortunately, in the early 1900’s greyhound racing was born in the United States, thus changing the fate of greyhounds worldwide.
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Greyhounds are among the most gentle of breeds, eager to please and well- behaved. They form a very strong bond with their families. Raised in a kennel environment, they are very polite and well disciplined. They get along with other dogs and most of them even get along with cats. They come in a variety of colors with no two alike in coloring, size and personality. When retired from the racing circuit, their average age is between two and five years old. Greyhounds do not require a lot of exercise and most are content with a romp in the fenced yard or regular walks. However,
they CANNOT be off leash without being in a fenced-in area. Greyhounds belong to the sight hound canine group. They can see clearly for almost a half mile and any motion can trigger their curiosity to explore. Their coat is very soft, thin and delicate and their shedding is very minimal. Greyhounds are required to live indoors for they cannot tolerate extreme temperatures, especially heat. Greyhounds love soft beds, couches and soft squeaky toys regardless of their age. These gentle dogs are very sensitive to your voice. They prefer gentle talking and soft or classical music. Once used to the new home routine, they are very laid back. They enjoy long “siestas” and quiet times. They try to be as close to you as
possible, following you around the house, especially at the very beginning of being adopted. They seldom bark and if they do it is normally out of excitement. Greyhounds are very unique; they are devoted to you and love you unconditionally and they are in a way very thankful for their new life full of love and care. Please consider saving a precious life. You will not regret it when you open your heart to a greyhound, you will be rewarded many times over. If you are interested in more information about Greyhounds or adopting a greyhound, please call Hollydogs Greyhound Adoption, a non-profit organization created in 1995 to rescue, shelter and adopt retired racing greyhounds that otherwise would be destroyed. 954 - 925 - 7758 or visit our website, www.Hollydogs.org.
“I think we are drawn to dogs because they are the uninhibited creatures we might be if we weren’t certain we knew better.”
-George Bird Evans
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Pet Rescue websites Rescue and Other Important Animal Websites
Australian Shepherd
www.AussieRescue.org
Boston Terrier
www.FlBostonRescue.com
Boxer
www.BoxerFriends.org www.CoastalBoxers.org
Animal Rights Animal Rights Foundation of Florida www.animalrightsflorida.org
Assistance Pets
for
People
with
The Pet Project
www.PetProjectForPets.org
Vets Helping Heroes
www.VetsHelpingHeroes.com
Avian Welfare Avian Welfare Resource Center
Bulldog
wwwAdoptABullRescue.com www.BuddiesThruBullies.org
Chihuahua
www.Chihuahua-Rescue.com
Cocker Spaniel
www.CockerRescueFl.org
Dachshund
www.DachshundRescueSouthFlorida.com
www.FLDR.org
Dalmation
www.AvianWelfare.org
www.DalmationRescue.com
Breed Specific Rescues
Doberman
Airedale
www.SunshineAiredalers.org
Alaskan Malamute
www.FloridaMalamuteRescue.org
American Bouvier www.ABRL.org
www.FlDobermanRescue.Bizland.com
French Bull Dog
www.FrenchBullDogRescue.org
Golden Retriever
www.GoldenRescueSouthFlorida.com
Great Dane
www.Great-Dane-Rescue.org
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Greyhound
www.FriendsOfGreyhounds.org www.Hollydogs.org
Keeshond
www.FloridaKeeshondRescue.com
Labrador Retriever Rescue www.LabradorRescue.net www.LabrescueFl.org
Old English Sheep Dog www.OESRFl.org
Papillon
www.PapHaven.org
Pit Bull
www.PitbullHappenings.com
Pug
www.CompassionatePugRescue.com www.PlanetPugs.com
Rottweiler
www.GGARR.org
Saint Bernard
www.SaintRescue.org/Contacts
Shar-Pei
www.FloridaSharPeiRescue.com
Shih Tzu
www.ShihTzuRescue.org
Siberian Husky
Yorkie
www.UnitedYorkieRescue.org
Cat Rescue Adopt A Cat
www.AdoptACatFoundation.org
Adopt A Stray
www.AdoptAStray.ws
Cats Exclusive
www.CatsExclusive.org
Feline Friends
www.FelineFriendsFl.com
PAWS South Florida Rescue www.PawsSouthFlorida.org
Stray Aid
and
Rescue
www.StrayAid.org
Dog Rescue Big Dog Ranch Rescue
www.BigDogRanchRescue.org
Big & Small Paws Rescue Inc www.BigNSmallPaws.com
Have A Heart, Inc
www.AdoptTheDog.com
K94U Rescue
www.K94URescue.com
www.SibRescue.com
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Pet Rescue websites con’t Rescue and Other Important Animal Websites Con’t
www.SadSacRescueGroups.org
Stray Aid
and
Rescue Inc.
www.StrayAid.org
Tri-County Humane Society
Rescue Rehab Home
www.RescueRehabHome.org
Sabbath Memorial Dog Rescue www.SabbathRescue.org
www.TriCountyHumane.org
Ferret Rescue Broward Ferret Rescue
Shih Tzu (& Other Small Breeds) www.ShihTzuRescue.org
www.BrowardFerretRescue.org
Foster Care
Dog/Cat Rescue
Pets In Distress
www.PetsInDistress.org
Abandoned Pet Rescue
www.APR.RescueGroups.org
Allen Babcock Dog
SaD*SAC
and
www.BabcockRescue.com
Cat Rescue
Animal Rescue Force of South Florida www.AnimalRescueForce.org
The Homeless Pet Advocates www.Facebook.com/ TheHomelessPetAdvocates
Guinea Pig Rescue Crazy Cavies Guinea Pig Rescue www.Crazycavies.org
Chesed Rescue
www.Chesed-Rescue.org
Luv A Pet
Grief Counseling Pets Everlasting
www.LuvAPet.net
www.PetsEverlasting.com
No Paw Left Behind
www.NoPawLeftBehind.org
Low Cost Spay/Neuter
Precious Rescue
Animal Aid, Inc (Boca Raton)
of
Palm Beach
www.PreciousRescue.com
www.Animal-Aid.com
Raining Cats
Paws-2 Help (West Palm Beach)
and
Dogs
www.RainingCatsNDogs.RescueGroups.org
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www.Paws2Help.org
Parrot Rescue
Report Abuse
Avian Haven Exotic Parrot Rescue
Broward Sheriff’s Office Animal Abuse Unit
www.AvianHavenRescue.org
Avian Protection Society
www.AvianProtectors.Homestead.com
Florida Parrot Rescue
954 - 321 - 4830
Report Animal Cruelty 954 - 493 - TIPS
www.FloridaParrotRescue.com
Trap Neuter Return T/N/R
Lucky Parrot Sanctuary
The Cat Network
www.LuckyParrot.org
Melbourne Avian Rescue Sanctuary www.MarsParrots.org
Safe Haven Avian Placement Services
www.SafeHavenFl.org
Wings
of
Love Foundation
www.WingsOfLove.Faith Web.com
Rabbit Rescue Luv-A-Bun Rabbit Rescue www.BunnyRabbit.org
www.TheCatNetwork.org
Palm Beach County Cat Coalition www.PBCCats.org
Wildlife Help All Creatures Sanctuary (Palm Beach Gardens)
www.AllCreaturesSanctuary.org 561 - 313 - 3854
Wildlife Care Center (Fort Lauderdale)
www.HumaneSociety.org/SFWC
Excerpt from a Cat’s Diary: DAY 774 - I am convinced the other captives are flunkies and maybe snitches. The dog is routinely released and seems more than happy to return. He is obviously a half-wit. The Bird on the other hand has got to be an informant. He has mastered their frightful tongue (something akin to mole speak) and speaks with them regularly. I am certain he reports my every move. Due to his current placement in the metal room his safety is assured. But I can wait. It is only a matter of time... Sept-march
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Pet Sitters - Training/dogs Pet Sitters O’Neil’s Pet Sitting Service 954 - 661 - 9880 www.FloridaPetNanny.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 87)
Pet Waste Clean Up and Removal Poop911
1 - 877 - POOP - 911 Ftl@poop911.com
www.Poop911.com
Miami - Fort Lauderdale - Jupiter
Realtors
Training - Dogs
Dog Blessed Training Lisa Hamburg CPDT-KA
954 - 415 - 8132
Lisa@DogBlessedTraining.com
www.DogBlessedTraining.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 87)
Dog Training Academy South Florida, Inc.
of
2280 SW 70th Ave, Unit 4 Davie, 33317
954 - 916 - 8300 DTASFL@aol.com
www.DTASFL.com
Playtrain Positive Dog Training! Inc. Susan Claire, CPDT-KA
Coastline Realty Inc 511 Lake Ave Lake Worth, 33460
954 - 349 - 5969 www.PlayTrainDog.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 91)
561 - 722 - 9643
LakeWorthAgent@gmail.com
www.LakeWorthAgent.com (See Our Ad On Pg. 87)
Man to dog trainer: “Every time a bell rings, my dog goes into the corner.” Dog trainer: “That’s OK, he is a Boxer.” 86
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Letting your dog run around regularly can reduce his stress level and risk of ulcers (as well as many other problems). A dog can carry half its weight comfortably in a backpack. Dogs chew on grass to add fiber to their diet. It’s the K9’s salad.
GOING AWAY? Leave your dog in good hands Free Day For 1st Time Clients! When you mention this ad
Your dog will love coming to stay while you are away! Rates starting at $20 per night
O’Neil’s Pet Sitting Service 954-661-9880 www.FloridaPetNanny.com
D G BLESSED TRAINING LLC
for dogs & people
• House Training & Manners for all dogs • Leash walks you will both enjoy, without pulling. • Using only dog friendly, easy to use methods • Group classes • Puppy Kindergarten • Basic Obedience • Fun Nosework • Beyond Canine Good Citizen
Lisa Hamburg CPDT-KA professional APDT member Certified Professional Dog Trainer
954-415-8132 www.LakeWorthAgent.com
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No More No
Try it. For one month remove the word “No,” from your vocabulary when dealing with your dog. 88
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By Susan Claire, CPDT
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odern dog training is rewardbased, which means we reward behaviors we want repeated, and ignore or re-direct those we want eliminated. Continually saying, “No!” draws attention to the wrong behavior. As parents, surely, you’ve heard the saying, “Negative attention is better than no attention.” Dogs have a knack for turning negative attention into fun games like “catch me,” or “keep away.” Fun for them, frustrating for us. One of the core principles of positive, reward-based training is that all creatures repeat behaviors that result in pleasurable consequences and avoid behaviors that result in unpleasant consequences. In other words, dogs do what works to get them what they want. What do they want? Mainly, food, attention from us, exercise and play. These are the things they will work to get and therefore, are reinforcers. We can learn to time these reinforcers to encourage desirable behaviors from our dogs. Ignoring the undesirable behavior is more effective than saying, “No,” because most creatures, with the exception of some humans perhaps, don’t waste time and energy on behaviors that result in unpleasant consequences.
lose your balance, drop packages, dirtied your clothes; he’s even given you a few bruises. You love him, but would like to see this behavior stop. Why is Buddy jumping on you? He wants your touch and attention. The problem isn’t what he wants; it’s how he’s going about getting it. Instead of the usual “No! Buddy- No!” let’s show him a better way to get our attention. The solution is a two-pronged approach: Make the undesirable behavior (jumping up) unsuccessful for the dog, and replace it with a successful behavior. Each time Buddy jumps up, turn your back on him and walk away. Say absolutely nothing. Then use a treat to get him to sit. Pet him immediately, praise him profusely. Bingo! Sitting gets him the attention he wants. Continue petting until he jumps again, then quickly and silently turn away. Re-approach, pet and praise when he sits. Timing is critical so Buddy makes the connection between his behavior and your reaction. Do this consistently and Buddy will begin to offer you the behavior that works (sitting) to get what he wants (your attention). Then you’ll know he’s gotten the message: Jumping makes people go away- sitting gets him attention. To your dog, attention is a valued resource-- use it wisely!
Let’s put this theory to work: Your dog is very excited when he greets you at the door. His jumping up has caused you to
Susan Claire is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer, in Broward County, and owner of PlayTrain, Positive Dog Training! She can be reached at 954-349-5969 Sept-march
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