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Dog of the Month
Hi my name is Bella! I am only 8 months old so coming to FDC is a perfect way for me to spend my days, so I'm not home alone bored!
My Mom heard about FDC through the great volunteers at Chesed Rescue & I am so glad I come here! |
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
SHOUT OUTS
May:
Hunter Luckie, Fluffy Lynn, Zoe Merkel, Bella Ward, Jack Tello-Cordon, Lindsey Noderer, Grizzly DeJesus, Marley Caravia, Griffin Barker, Brayden Peter, Bella Ellington, Bear Portiz
First Aid & CPR
Want to learn dog first aid & CPR? Just in case an emergency comes up, FDC can help - we will be partnering up with Sun States Animal Blood Bank to form a class soon.
Quote of the Month:
"He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, His love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion." -Unknown
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Upcoming Events
● Bark at the Park
Friday, May 2nd (7:10pm)
Dolphins Stadium Baseball: Marlins vs. Padres. 100% of dog ticket sales benefit The Humane Society of Greater Miami Adopt-A-Pet ● Yappy Hour at
Furballs & FleabagsFriday, May 9th (5pm till 7pm) 4056 W. Hillsboro Blvd, Deerfield Beach Bring your dog (or come alone) and check out the cool holistic dog food/treat options they offer! Visit Our Website for More Events!
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Book a Day Today!
Call for Information 954-360-2871,
or Visit Our Website
to complete the application!
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Dear Joanna,
Hi Everyone -
Are you going away for SUMMER VACATION? Well - we sure hope your dog is going too, but if you are not able to take your dog along, remember to call Family Dog Central to book your dog's vacation spot with us! Call us today, space is limited: 954-360-2871. |
ACL Surgery (in JJ's words)
Most of you all know me, I'm JJ, the resident dog here at FDC. I'm not the most active yellow lab (believe it or not...all of us labs don't live to run, fetch & swim!). A couple months ago I decided to run for a few minutes with Buddy (he's a high energy black lab!) and guess what, I tripped in the grass and somehow tore my cruciate ligament (it helps hold my kneecap, thigh, and shin bone together). It was pretty painful and for days I walked with three legs.
After going to several doctors and getting lots of opinions, my Mom and Dad brought me to have surgery, because without it I could've developed arthritis, or had a lame leg for the rest of my life. The doctor performed TTA (tibial tuberosity advancement) surgery, and good thing I was asleep for it because they had to cut my leg open to push part of my shin bone forward to realign it with my kneecap! After that, they put a bone spacer, plates and screws in to keep my bone from moving. You might say I have a robo-leg now!
Mom and Dad take me to rehab every week to exercise my muscles with swimming, (which I don't like very much), the treadmill, and my most favorite dog massages from Hope! The doctors say I am "off the charts" as far as the healing process goes, so I should be back to normal in a couple months. In the meantime, you can always stop by to give me some sympathy pets, or even some snacks (I live for those!). |
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What to Do if You Suspect Dog Abuse
Did you know? May 4th - 10th is Be Kind to Animals Week
Unfortunately, dog abuse is something that happens way too often. Most abused dogs will continue to lead awful and mistreated days throughout their lives, unless somebody decides to finally step in and put a halt to this intolerable behavior.
If you suspect your neighbor, or even a friend of dog abuse or neglect, here are a few steps to take to help resolve this horrible situation.
· Don't confront the owner yourself. Instead, collect factual information to report to the authorities, so that they can determine whether or not the incident constitutes abuse and decide how the incident will be handled.
· Describe the incident as completely as possible, include info about the dog's physical condition (i.e. sores, cuts or bruises), or any witnessed act committed. Provide a thorough description of the person involved in the abuse. Give a detailed description of the location where the incident occurred, and a date and time. If possible, videotape or photograph evidence. If another person has witnessed the abuse, their report will be corroborating evidence.
· Each city and state deals with animal abuse differently. You can find out where to report animal cruelty in your area by visiting the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals at www.aspca.org.
In Broward County you can call your local police department, or Broward Animal Care at 954-359-1313.
In Miami-Dade County you can contact Animal Services at 305-884-1101 or the police at 305-595-6263.
Your information and identity will be kept confidential, and they will advise you on the next step to take. Additional Animal Care info at:
www.miamidade.gov/animals
www.broward.org/animal
Whatever happens with the case you've reported, remember that you have given the abused dog a voice. The dog will be eternally grateful to you for putting a stop a life that may have been cut short by neglect and abuse and will always keep that in mind when they're creating happy, fresh moments with their new family!
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Giving Back
Here at FDC we really get involved with the local community and help by donating time and/or services to local charity events which raise money for very needy causes. Recently, we were able to lend a hand with these events:
March 29 - A Dog's Day at the Lake: Grateful Paws Dog & Cat Rescue sponsored a day of run to raise money for Traci, a 5 yr old GermanShepard who needs two hip surgeries
April 13 - Deer Run: Community block party
April 12 - Coral Springs Museum of Art: Blue Dog Night - 9th annual art affair auction
April 23 - NE Focal Point "Cuisine of the Region
April 27 - SOS Children's Village "15 and Fabulous" Gala
May 2 - Coral Springs Chamber of Commerce AwardsGala
May 31 - Embrace Life Children's Foundation 3rd Annual Golf Classic
FDC In the News:
-Interview with "HealthDay" magazine:
Donor Dogs Give the Gift of Life
Four-legged heroes - cats, too - are maintaining the veterinary blood supply. Read more
-Our new blog:
Family Dog Central Announces the Launch of The Daily Dirt
Deerfield Beach, April 22, 2008 - How would you like to know what your dog did all day while you were at work? Now you can. Dog parents who drop their dog off at Family Dog Central in Deerfield Beach can get an online report of the day's activities - complete with pictures. The Daily Dirt is a new online web-log, or blog, launched by the daycare facility, and it's designed to give owners a bird's eye view into their dog's day away from home. Read more
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Register your dog online today and save $15!
Family Dog Central will waive the application fee for any dog who completes our application online. Click here to get started! |
FDC Bath Special - Just $15
Includes Nail Trimming!
Call to schedule your dog's appointment today 954-360-2871
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