Broward County Animal Care & Regulation - Ft. Lauderdale
Our Mission
Broward County Animal Care is dedicated to providing compassionate care for animals and serving our community through responsible pet management. We strive to be a trusted resource for every resident and a safe haven for the pets who need us most.
Who We Are
Serving the diverse needs of Broward County, our organization works to connect animals with the families who will cherish them. We focus on transparency, community safety, and the well-being of all animals entrusted to our care.
How We Help
We operate a dedicated facility where our staff and volunteers work tirelessly to provide enrichment, medical support, and daily care. Our programs are designed to facilitate successful outcomes, whether through adoptions, fostering, or collaborative rescue partnerships.
Building Lifelong Bonds
Adoption is a joyful partnership that begins with a thoughtful match. We believe that when you find the right pet, you aren't just gaining a companion; you are making a positive impact on our entire community.
Join Us Today
Are you ready to meet your new best friend? We invite you to visit our shelter, browse our adoptable animals, or learn more about how you can support our work through volunteering or donations. Your support makes second chances possible.
- Compassionate and helpful staff
- Successful adoption/rescue programs
- Capacity-related intake refusals
10/1 - Wally the Cuddly Cat and Hugo the Senior Dog Seek Homes in Broward - Margate Talk
Wally likes chin scratches and lickable treats. Hugo prefers walks, other dogs and a home without cats. Both are looking for families through Broward County Animal Care.
9/22 - Della and Odie Are Looking for Homes at Broward County Animal Care - Margate Talk
Odie, a friendly cat whose owner died, and Della, an affectionate dog who takes her time on walks, are waiting for new homes at Broward County Animal Care.
9/3 - Deadly virus spreading among cats in South Florida. What are the warning signs?
“We’re not vaccinating enough.”
8/12 - Clear the Shelters: Adopt Mollie at Broward County Animal Care!
Broward County Animal Care is celebrating Clear the Shelters with more than 300 cats and dogs available for adoption, including Mollie, a calm and friendly 6-year-old Staffordshire Terrier mix. Adoption fees are waived, and pets go home spayed or neutered, vaccinated and microchipped.
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8/5 - Broward Animal Care leaders earn SF 40 Under 40 recognition
Three emerging leaders from Broward County Animal Care have been recognized among Legacy South Florida's 40 Under 40 Leaders for Today and Tomorrow.
7/15 - Broward Animal Care Waives Adoption Fees Through July 26 During National Campaign - Coral Springs Talk
Broward County Animal Care is waiving adoption fees through July 26 as part of the nationwide Empty the Shelters campaign,
6/29 - South Florida animal rescue group steps in to aid abused German shepherd - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
DANIA BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - A South Florida animal rescue group has come to the aid of an elderly German shepherd after his owner was<a class="excerpt-read-more" href="https://wsvn.com/news/local/broward/south-florida-animal-rescue-group-steps-in-to-aid-abused-german-shepherd/">Read More</a>
6/18 - Community Helps Rescue Dog Facing Euthanasia Find Forever Home
A rescue dog got a second chance after his video reached the right people, who helped him find the forever home he almost missed.
6/10 - “If You See It, Report It’: Animal Advocates Push to End Dog Fighting - Tamarac Talk
Animal welfare advocates will host a public presentation in Fort Lauderdale this week to raise awareness about dogfighting and encourage residents to report suspected animal cruelty.
6/3 - Petco Love Florida MEGA Adoption Event Aims to Find Homes for 2,000 Shelter Pets - Tamarac Talk
With animal shelters across the country facing overcrowding, local organizations are joining forces to help more pets find permanent homes.
5/20 - Broward County Animal Shelter Over Capacity, Officials Urge Adoptions and Fostering - Tamarac Talk
Broward County Animal Care has activated code HOME after exceeding dog shelter capacity, officials announced this week.
5/14 - Broward County Animal Care to Host Free Pet Adoption Event in Dania Beach - Tamarac Talk
Broward County Animal Care is teaming up with Best Friends Animal Society and Walmart for a free pet adoption event in celebration of National Pet Month.
5/2 - Broward County Launches ‘Volunteers Save Lives. Period.’ Campaign Highlighting Impact at Animal Care - Tamarac Talk
On any given morning inside Broward County Animal Care, the difference between a restless dog pacing its kennel and one wagging its tail for a potential adopter can be as simple as a volunteer showing up.
9/24 - Not every cat is looking for a lap. 🐈 Some are looking for a job. Broward County Animal Care’s Working Cat Program gives certain cats the opportunity to put their natural instincts to work in settings where they can thrive. Curious what that looks like? Watch. 👀 🔗 Broward.org/Animal #WorkingCats #BrowardCounty #AnimalCare #AdoptDontShop #Catsofinstagram Broward County Animal Care is a service of the Broward County Board of County Alt text: Video featuring a Broward County Animal Care staff member explaining the Working Cat Program. The video shows images of cats in work environments and concludes with Broward County Animal Care information encouraging viewers to adopt, foster, volunteer or donate, along with the agency’s social media information.
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9/20 - 🐾 Ever wonder what to do if you find a lost pet? Before you assume they’re a stray, there are steps you can take to help get them safely back home. 🏠❤️ Watch to learn what to do — and how @browardcountyanimalcare can help. Broward County Animal Care is a service of the @browardcommissioninfo County #BrowardCounty #AnimalCare #FoundPet #BrowardPets #LostPets Alt Text A Broward County Animal Care team member speaks to the camera in an office, followed by footage of a white dog interacting with a staff member and a row of animal shelter kennels. The video includes with Broward County Animal Care’s logo and contact information, including Broward.org/Animal. It closes with footage noting that Animal Care is a service of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners.
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