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  • 2010
    • January
      • Punish the Deed Not the Breed
        01/26/10
        The State of Florida has a statue in place since 1990 protecting cities and counties all across the State of Florida from passing BSL (767.14). For the past 2 years Representative Perry Thurston of Broward County, Plantation has made it his personal mission to overturn the very law that protects all

  • 2009
    • October
      • Safety Tips For Families with Dogs
        10/27/09
        Safety Tips For Families with Dogs

        Bring Your Dog Indoors
        Even if your yard is fenced Halloween can be very overwhelming and it is your dogs natural instinct to protect the family from strangers.

        Keep your dog restrained
        If your dog is timid or scared or begins to ge

      • November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month in the United States.
        10/26/09
        November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month in the United States.
        Here are some dog cancer facts:
        • Dogs get cancer at the roughly the same rate as humans.
        • Approximately 1 in 4 dogs will develop a tumor of some kind during his lifetime.
        • Over half the dogs currently aged over 10

    • September
      • The HAPPY Act Check this out! tax breaks for going to the veterinarian!
        09/27/09
        http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h3501/show
        http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/query/z?c111:H.R.3501:
        $3,500 annual tax deduction for “qualified pet care expenses" That includes trips to the veterinarian’s office. Rep. Thaddeus McCotter sponsors the resolution, commonly called the Hum

    • August
      • PARTY WITH THE BIF DOG- video!
        08/11/09

        Just reporting back on
        PARTY WITH THE BIG DOG WITH THE FRIENDS OF JUPITER BEACH

        was a wonderful success!

        You can view the video here on UVU

        http://ka.uvuvideo.org/_Party-Like-the-

    • July
      • Party Like the Big Dogs at the Square Grouper Tiki Bar
        07/25/09

        Saturday, August 8
        Party Like the Big Dogs at the Square Grouper Tiki Bar, Jupiter inlet. Dogs are usually not allowed, so this is a very special occasion and benefits Friends of Jupiter Beach.

        If the Square Grouper sounds familiar, it is the site that inspired Alan Jackson fo

      • National Canine Cancer Foundation Fundraiser
        07/20/09

        National Canine Cancer Foundation Fundraiser


        Cancer is the number i natural cause of death in dogs. 1 out of 3 dogs will get cancer. The National Canine Cancer Foundation is a nationwide, contribution funded, non profit corporation whose mission is to eliminate cancer as a maj

      • We Are The Cure Announces first Palm Beach County Fundraiser!
        07/08/09
        We Are The Cure Announces first Palm Beach County Fundraiser!

        The National Canine Cancer Foundation will host it’s first ever fundraiser in Palm Beach County, FL on July 16th, 2009 at Rita’s Italian Ice Southern Palm Crossing.

        July 16th from 6 PM to 9 PM, 20% of sales will b

      • Dr Cynda Crawford answers questions about the dog flu
        07/07/09
        Dr. Cynda Crawford answers NY Times readers questions about the dog
        flu and the first vaccine approved for it.

        http://consults.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/

        Other articles of Interest with Dr Cynda Crawford
        Cynda Crawford is an immunologist in the department of small anima

    • June
      • Folke Peterson Wildlife Center
        06/25/09
        June 24, 2009
        Dear Friends,

        You may have already heard the sad news that the Folke Peterson Wildlife Center is closing.

        Our Board of Directors has made the painful decision to close the Center due to financial reasons. The closure, which includes moving more than 350 an

      • Village Veterinary Annual Microchip Clinic May 30, 2009
        06/15/09
        Here is some video from Village Veterinary Annual Microchip Clinic. This was my second year attending. Every pet that showed up for a microchip is a pet saved. A wonderful event our community should be proud of.
        here is the video
        http://ka.uvuvideo.org/_Village-Veterin

        and Busch

    • May
      • "Blinders" at Delray Beach Film Festival 2009
        05/04/09

        BLINDERS, the award-winning 50- minute documentary film that exposes the truth behind the tradition of NYC's infamous horse-drawn carriage industry will be screened at the Delray Beach Film Festival on May 21st at 5:00 p.m. The venue is the Delray Beach Library (see below).

    • April
      • Space Coast War Dog Association
        04/27/09
        http://ka.uvuvideo.org/_Space-Coast-War

        Military Working Dogs have played a vital role in our nation's history from world war two to present. During the Vietnam War canine soldiers and their handlers are estimated to have prevented as many as 10,000 deaths. Up until 2000 these dogs w

    • March
      • 18th Annual Worth Ave Pet Parade
        03/11/09
        18th Annual Worth Ave Pet Parade

        Saturday, March 14, Palm Beach, FL

        WHAT: Oodles of poodles and other precious pets gather for The Worth Avenue Association's annual Pet Contest. Pet lovers are invited to "paws" and enjoy the day. Pets: dress to impress for your

      • Toxic Mulch for Dogs
        03/09/09
        Over the weekend the doting owner of two young lab mixes purchased Cocoa Mulch from Target to use in

        their garden. They loved the way it smelled and it was advertised to keep cats away from their garden.

        Their dog Calypso decided that the mulch smelled good enough to eat and de

    • February
      • Local Rescue Music Video makes the cut at ExtraTv
        02/12/09

        Local filmmakers Cyndi Lenz and Tina Valant have their rescue music video "Breathless" on "Extra TV" website
        to view:

        http://community.extratv.com/video/breathless-1

      • Compassionate Pug Rescue
        02/11/09

        Meadow- I am 9 year old love bug that is looking for a special home with a family that can give me a little extra TLC. See I am blind and I am diabetic. Luckily for me, however, my diabetes can be easily managed with a strict feeding schedule and insulin shots - which I am proud to say I ta

      • Winterbark!
        02/10/09

        WinterBark was held at Canine Cove Dog Park in Boca Raton this past weekend. A really fun event that was sponsored by Compassionate Pug Rescue but all inclusive to local rescues.
        A wonderful time was had by all.
        Here is a link to some of the photos I took
        http://www.facebook.com

      • Peanut Butter and Pet Products recall Attention!
        02/04/09
        Recently, the United States Food and Drug Administration recalled potentially tainted peanut butter pet treats. This includes dog biscuits manufactured by Great Choice, Healthy-hide and Carolina Prime Pet.



        Please visit the United States Food & Drug Administration a

      • MUTTS & MARTINIS
        02/04/09
        From: Peggy Adams

        Join us for a night out with your pooch!

        Wednesday, February 4th, 2009
        6pm - 8pm

        MUTTS & MARTINIS at
        John Bull English Pub
        801 Village Blvd, West Palm Beach (next to Publix)
        FREE appetizers
        $6.00 Mutt Martinis, all p

    • January
      • First Annual Pugs & Pooches WinterBark
        01/08/09



        Compassionate Pug Rescue will be hosting its First Annual Pugs & Pooches WinterBark 2009 on February 7th, 2009 at South County Regional Park in Boca Raton. They are inviting all two and four legged friends for a day filled with fun! The event will bring in the winter spirit f

  • 2008
    • December
      • Golden Rescue Reunion at the Big Dog Ranch
        12/02/08


        Golden Rescue South Florida held its first ever rescue reunion November 22, 2008 at the Big Dog Ranch in West Palm Beach.
        Here is a link to the photos of all the wonderful dogs and their humans
        http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2
        and here is a link to the video (in qu

    • November
      • Peggy Adam Photos with Santa
        11/11/08
        Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League
        Presents
        Photos with Santa
        Saturday November 22nd and Sunday November 23rd
        $10.00 donation per sitting will benefit homeless animals.

        Santa's Studio
        3200 North Military Trail
        West Palm Beach, FL
        Make your appointme

    • October
      • World Pet Expo at the Fairgrounds
        10/16/08

        Saturday and Sunday 10/25 and 10/26 at the South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach.
        for more info
        http://www.worldpetexpos.net/show_westpalm.html

      • Greyhound Adoption at Mounts Botanical Gardens
        10/08/08

        GPAFL/SE COAST
        Date: 10/19/2008
        Time: 11 am to 4 PM
        Location: Mounts Botanical Gardens-Military Trail
        City: West Palm Beach
        Contact: Barbara Masi 561-737-1941 or barbaramasi@comcast.net

        Welcome to MOUNTS Botanical Garden, Palm Beach County's oldest an

      • "Arff-ritis Dog Walk"
        10/01/08
        "Arff-ritis Dog Walk"

        anyone that wants to form a team call Keri Taylor 561-379-2413


    • September
      • Florida Humane adoptions at Puppy Amore!!
        09/19/08

        Hi Ya'll,

        Yep, it's that time again. Florida Humane Society will be at Puppy Amore tomorrow afternoon from 11am to 4pm to showcase many of their adorable and lovely puppies that are in need of great homes. They are also looking for Foster Homes as well. Interested? Co

      • Nuts for Mutts Nov 1, 2008
        09/18/08
        the Boca Raton dog club is holding a county wide event on sat Nov 1 2008 at the Sunset Cove Amphitheater South Regional County Park in Boca Raton. The event is called "NUtts for Mutts".The purpose of the event is to raise funds to provide every rescue and fire vehicle within palm beach cou

      • Local Rescues A-Z: Golden Rescue South Florida
        09/01/08

        The Other Golden Rescue
        Golden Rescue South Florida
        http://www.goldenrescuesouthflorida.com/
        This rescue is near and dear to my heart since I am one of the founders. We were formerly "The Tropical Dawg Golden Rescue"
        So please visit our website.
        We are als

    • August
      • Pet Adoptions: Compassionate Pug Rescue
        08/20/08

        August 30, 2008
        Puppy Amore will welcome Compassionate Pug Rescue for an adoption day the fourth Saturday of each month as an ongoing event. We want to locate families just like you who can cuddle and love dogs in great need of a good home. Please join us the fourth Saturday, every month,

      • Local Rescue A-Z: Everglades Golden Retriever Rescue
        08/12/08

        We are so lucky to have two lovely Golden Rescues in Palm Beach County. This is one.
        Everglades Golden Retriever Rescue
        Who Are We?
        Every EGRR volunteer is dedicated to finding quality homes for unwanted, stray or abandoned Golden Retrievers. Our other goals include educating th

      • Meet for Treats, Abacoa Town Center, Jupiter, FL
        08/11/08
        Ongoing - last Wednesday of every month:
        Meet for Treats, Abacoa Town Center, Jupiter, FL
        5:30 pm - 8 pm. Free admission, vendors, rescues and exhibitors. Well behaved, leashed (no retractable/flexi leads, please) dogs welcome.
        www.havedog.com 561 9 4 5 - 6 3 6 3

      • Vets Helping Heros: 1st Annual Your Gift for Life
        08/06/08

        What’s Happening?
        1st Annual Your Gift for Life

        Celebrity Golf Classic, Gala and Program Journal

        to benefit

        America’s VetDogs®

        and

        Unmet Needs  Div VFW

        When?
        November 9 & 10, 2008

        Where?
        The Breaker

    • July
      • 2008 Pet Hall of Fame Award Honoring our Animal Companions
        07/22/08


        Every year these awards are presented to honor the outstanding contributions our animal companions make to human lives.

        There will be one inductee selected for each of the following categories:

        Hero: Pets who have unselfishly saved or preserved human life (non-pro

      • New Dog Park in Boca Grand Opening July 26
        07/07/08
        New Dog Park in Boca!!
        -Grand Opening (to include a “leash-cutting” ceremony hosted by Commissioner Aaronson): Saturday, July 26, 8:30 am – 11:00 am
        Directions: West on Glades Road, past 441, past Cain Boulevard, just beyond fire station on the right side of the road; just east of the

    • June
      • Local Rescue A-Z: Buddies thru Bullies
        06/17/08

        Buddies Thru Bullies
        A Florida-based not-for-profit organization
        specializing in English Bulldog rescue.
        Since 1997, Buddies Thru Bullies (BTB) members from around the country
        gather to watch their ever-graceful English Bulldogs participate in a custom-made obstacle course

      • Dog Bites by Dr Cindy Rigg
        06/10/08

        Dog Bites
        by Dr Cindy Rigg
        In order to prevent a bite, we must modify our behaviors that might incite one.
        Unknown animals are due the most caution, but please treat any animal with care/respect, even if the owner tells you that the animal is well socialized.
        A. For an unkn

      • Rescue A-Z:Adopt-A-Bull Rescue
        06/06/08

        Adopt-A-Bull Rescue, Inc. is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) English Bulldog Rescue organization based in South Florida. We are a network of bulldog lovers and volunteers with an unyielding desire to help English Bulldogs in need of an “intervention.” The bulldogs that enter our re-homing and rescu

      • Rescue A-z Busch Wildlife Sanctuary
        06/04/08

        Busch Wildlife Sanctuary
        a non profit organization dedicated to the protection and conservation to the protection and conservation of Florida's and natural resources.
        561 575 3399
        2500 Jupiter Park Rd
        Jupiter Florida 334444458

        The Sanctuary offers visitors a

      • Village Veterinary's 2nd annual microchip & storm awareness clinic & Cat adoption fundraiser
        06/03/08

        Dr Pullon and his ace team at Village Veterinary in Jupiter managed to microchip 95 pets this past Saturday at their a their 2nd annual microchip & storm awareness clinic & Cat adoption fundraiser.
        This was an excellent event to educate their neighbors on the necessity of microc

    • May
      • Local Rescue A-Z: Boston Terrier Rescue
        05/29/08

        Boston Terriers are friendly, affectionate dogs who thrive on human companionship. They come in all activity levels, from active to sedate. The adoption process ensures that the dog that is placed with you will complement your individual lifestyle. All you need to add is.....love!
        The maj

      • Yappy Hour Spoto's Oyster Bar.
        05/28/08


        TUESDAY, JUNE 17th
        5:30 PM
        119 & 125 Datura Street, West of Flagler Dr.
        West Palm Beach, FL 33401
        *A buffet of gourmet dog treats & Champ-agne will be offered for
        pups in attendance from The Pampered Pup.
        *Owners in tote will also enjoy compliment

      • 2nd Annual Microchip & Storm Awareness Clinic
        05/23/08
        2nd Annual Microchip & Storm Awareness Clinic & Cat Adoption Fundraiser
        Saturday, May 31st, 2008
        11:00-3:00 PM
        Village Veterinary
        1662-D US Highway 1
        Jupiter FL 33469

        for more info
        Vveterinary@bellsouth.net
        561 745 0052

      • Local Rescue: A-Z Aussie Rescue
        05/20/08

        Australian Shepherds


        A member of the herding group, aussies are highly intelligent, require a job and LOTS of exercise. Often mistaken for collies, shelties or border collies; aussies usually have a bobbed/docked tail. They can be solid, bi, or tri colored (red or blue, actual

      • Walk For the Animals
        05/16/08

        Walk for the Animals
        Sponsored by the Palm Beach Sheriffs and PETCO (Where the Pets go)
        Saturday, May 24
        10 am to noon
        Registration begins at 9:30 am
        ISLA VERDE Shopping Center
        441 North of Forest Hill Blvd on the east side of the street
        Benefiting
      • Hurricane Preparedness Tips-After the Hurricane
        05/15/08

        After the Hurricane
        1. Always use a leash on your dog after the storm even if your dog is well-trained. This is a safety issue of utmost importance. Things will look and smell different. Landmarks will be missing. This can cause your dog to become confused and disoriented.
        2. When w

      • Hurricane Preparedness Tips - During a Hurricane
        05/14/08


        During a Hurricane
        1. Bring your pets inside early. Animals are sensitive to severe weather changes and they will try to run and hide when a storm approaches.
        2. Keep your dog with you indoors. The strange noises of a storm can be frightening and having you within sight and ne

      • Hurricane Preparedness Tips-Before a Hurricane
        05/13/08

        Before a Hurricane
        1. Plan and, if possible, book ahead where your dog will stay during a hurricane if you need to evacuate your home. Most special pet shelters and boarding facilities require pre-registration. Learn which hotels accept pets and their restrictions as to the size, type or

      • Introducing a New Cat
        05/12/08

        Before introducing cats, it is helpful to understand their natural behavior. Feral cats typically live in matrilinial, related colonies. Male cats may travel among a number of colonies. When an adult female cat enters the colony, they are typically driven away by the other cats. In other words

    • April
      • May 17 Dogs Days of Summer Take me out to the ball game
        04/27/08

        May 17
        Dog Days of Summer 2008
        Take your dog to the game and see the
        Palm Beach Cardinals vs. Vero Beach
        6:05 p.m.
        (Game dates/times subject to change)
        Roger Dean Stadium
        4751 Main Street, Jupiter, FL
        To benefit Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League
        For

      • Thunderstorm Phobia
        04/22/08
        Florida Veterinary Behavior Service
        Lisa Radosta DVM, DACVB www.flvetbehavior.com 561-795-9398

        Thunderstorm Phobia
        With each thunderstorm season, veterinarians are presented with patients who are destructive, pant, pace, urinate, defecate, vocalize, hypersalivate and even act a

      • Behavior Myths
        04/16/08

        Behavior Myths
        1. My cat urinates on the bed because he is mad at me.
        Actually, animals don’t feel spite or anger. Instead, the cat may be stressed, unable to get to the litter box because of another pet, have separation anxiety, or may have just learned that the owner’s bed is clea

      • Vegas Night to benefit Rescue Rehab Home
        04/10/08

        Saturday, April 12, 6:30 pm ~ Boca Raton
        Vegas Night to benefit Rescue Rehab Home, a 501c3. Mario Lopez is the scheduled special guest host. $10,000 in auction prizes to be vied for with winnings. $75/pp adv includes $100 in chips, fabulous food, fun & more. Vegas Night will be held

      • Florida Humane Society’s Spring Fashion Show
        04/10/08

        Sunday, April 13, 11:30 am ~ 3 pm Deerfield Beach Florida Humane Society’s Spring Fashion Show, Deerfield Beach Hilton. Show will feature fashions for the two and four legged, courtesy of Little Miss Priss, DogFri

      • parasites
        04/09/08
        When considering the health of our animals, we need to be concerned about parasites. Parasites are creatures from many parts of the animal kingdom and vary from many inches, to even a single cell!
        Many of the parasites, inhabit the intestines(guts) of your pet, and some of them can be contagio

      • Meet for Treats Jupiter Last Weds of Every Month
        04/06/08

        Meet for Treats ~ last Wednesday of every month 5 pm ~ 7pm
        Abacoa Town Center, on Main Street, Jupiter
        Carefree canines converge with their owners. Give-aways, prizes and surprises. Fun things to do with and for your dog. You might even meet a new furry friend, up for adoption. WBLD

      • $5 Dollar Mile Walk for the Animals April 26, 2008
        04/03/08

        $5 Dollar Mile Walk for the Animals April 26, 2008
        Make a difference in the lives of abused,
        sick and injured animals our community!

        Help out Paws2help, A Second Chance Puppies and Kittens Rescue, South Florida Bull Terrier Rescue, Adopt A Cat Foundation.
        Sponsor, be

      • Exercising with your Pet in South Florida
        04/01/08
        Exercise is important to all animals. This short article is for those animals who have been examined by a veterinarian and been determined to have health adequate for routine exercise; please request modification of these recommendations from your veterinarian, for pets with illness.

    • March
      • America’s Greatest Dog
        03/30/08
        CBS is looking for the most extraordinary teams of dogs and owners across the nation to compete for the title of “America’s Greatest Dog.” From purebreds to mutts, show dogs to stunt dogs, Pugs to Great Danes and agility dogs to dogs who dance the Tango - we want all types of talented (or just plain

      • Yappy Hour to Benefit Peggy Adams
        03/26/08

        April 3
        Yappy Hour
        To Benefit Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League
        B.Y.O.P. (Bring Your Own Pooch)
        For date-night and Pet Speed Dating
        Meet attractive single pets looking for love and a new home
        6 – 8:00 p.m.
        John Bull English Pub
        Village Commons Shopping Ce

      • The Dreaded Bufo Toad
        03/25/08
        Dogs especially but cats as well, are curious animals. In south Florida one of the hazards they can easily encounter is Bufo marinus, better known as the dreaded bufo toad. If you haven't yet seen one, they have grey,knobbly skin. When young, they can be quite small, but the adults can actu

      • Tea, Crumpets & Canines
        03/24/08
        Civilized canines* and their two legged companions are invited to an authentic English tea party, to benefit The Florida Human Society and The Heifer Project. There will be a canine couture fashion show, for your enjoyment, along with a book signing, with Carla Genender, of "DogSense, 99 Relati

      • Annual Walk for the Animals
        03/14/08
        Annual Walk for the Animals
        Okeehelee Park, Micanopy pavilion
        Palm Beach County's largest pledge walk for pets supports animals in our community who don't have a family of their own. Free breakfast, K9 demos, pet-related vendors and much more! www.hspb.org 5 6 1 – 4 7 2 – 8 8 1

      • Worth Ave Pet Parade
        03/03/08

        Worth Ave Pet Parade
        Saturday, March 8, Palm Beach FL
        Register in Gucci Courtyard – 256 Worth Avenue
        9am Large Pets 36 # +, 9:30 am Medium Pets 16 – 35 # ,
        10 am Small Pets up to 15 #. Contest begins at 9:30 am, judged
        by local celebrities. Arrive early, wear flat, com

    • February
      • Test
        02/07/08
        This is a test.