General Information
Well-behaved, leashed dogs are allowed to visit all Broward County Parks EXCEPT Hollywood North Beach Park (beach side), all Nature Centers and all Natural Areas.
Broward County Parks and Recreation Division promotes responsible pet
ownership:
- All pets must be on a leash at all times.
- Remember, owners are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs - Pooper Scooper stations are located in all of our pet-friendly parks for the convenience of our patrons.
- Pets are permitted in all parks with the exception of nature centers and posted areas.
- Do not feed any animals in the parks.This applies to raccoons, cats, squirrels, alligators, ducks, peacocks, geese, etc.
- Dogs are not permitted on mountain bike trails and horse trails, for the safety of the intended users of those trails.
| Humane and Effective Management of Wild Iguanas |
| Bufo Toads Information (PDF -108KB) |
Low Cost Spay and Neuter Program for Broward Residents with Limited Income
Pet Behavior Problems?
Is your dog or cat testing your limits? Don't give up on them!The Humane Society of Broward County can help you better understand and contend with your animal companion's behavior so you can live happily ever after! Call the FREE 24-hour behavior helpline at 954-266-6851 where you will be able to select the problem you need help with and a simple recording will talk you through the steps to correct it. If you still need assistance after listening to the recording, we will have a trained behavior counselor call you back to give you the extra help you need!
Have a Plan, Your Animals Depend on You!
In Case of an Emergency — Clinic Locations
Most pet owners have a veterinarian they trust to provide checkups and vaccinations for the well-being of their companion. However, your regular vet may not be available for an after-hours emergency. Ask your vet what you should do in an emergency the next time you visit. Some vets will respond specifically to their own clients but not unknown pet owners. Other vet offices will only refer pet owners to a nearby emergency pet clinic. Before you need emergency assistance, pet owners should develop a plan and destination so that precious time is not wasted when your pet is in dire need. Parkpaws checked around and found a few locations that are open after normal business hours or 24 hours:
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Calusa Veterinary Center |
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561-999-3000 |
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Veterinary Specialists |
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954-432-5611 |
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Coral Springs Animal Hospital |
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954-753-1800 |
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American Animal Emergency Clinic |
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| Pet Emergency Center 921 E. Cypress Creek Rd., Fort Lauderdale |
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954-772-0420 |
| Hollywood Animal Hospital 2864 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood |
954-920-3556 | |
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St. Francis Emergency Animal Hospital |
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954-962-0300 |
| Pet PB - Animal Emergency and Advanced Imaging Center of Palm Beach County -- 2246 N. Congress Ave., Boynton Beach |
561-752-3232 | |
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Pet Emergency Center |
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954-726-0998 |
Pet Safety Tips
Is chocolate a good treat for my dog? What are safe gifts for my pet? The answers to these questions and other holiday safety tips are provided by the Broward County Animal Care and Regulation Division.
Nuisance Wildlife Information
Relocating wildlife animals into the woods or the "wilds" is not in the best interest of the animal. For information on what to do, please visit http://www.broward.org/animal/ani00500.htm.
Organizations That May Interest Florida Pet Owners
| Abandoned Pet Rescue | ||
| Adopt A Stray | 954-966-8382 | |
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All Breed Rescue |
561-379-2886 |
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561-393-1463 |
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Low-Cost Spay and Neuter |
954-926-0825 |
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Dog and Cat Adoptions |
954-359-1313 |
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Animal Care and Regulation Dispatch |
Lost and Found |
954-765-5124 |
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561-686-3663 |
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305-666-8870 |
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Spay and Neutering |
305-255-3482 |
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954-973-3228 |
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| Chesed Dog & Cat Rescue | ||
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| Cocker Rescue | 954-566-6634 | |
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954-522-4706 |
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305-652-2011 |
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954-792-9208 |
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Training |
954-946-4100 x2 |
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888-680-7387 |
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561-625-5122 |
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954-792-8789 |
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954-389-5389 |
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954-925-7758 |
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954-989-3977 |
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305-696-0800 |
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561-686-3663 |
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305-884-1101 |
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Mobile Animal Services and Help |
954-463-8905 |
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561-233-1200 |
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Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control |
Emergency Operations |
561-712-6428 |
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Pet Aid League of HSBC |
954-463-7729 |
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Lost Pet Finders |
954-486-0605 |
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Dog and Cat Adoptions |
305-838-7902 |
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List of Rescue Shelters |
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Pet Therapy (Humane Society of Broward County) |
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954-266-6856 |
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954-202-9991 |
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Rescue and Adoptions |
954-472-8667 |
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Planned Pethood |
305-687-7729 |
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| Rescue Search | ||
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561-736-1313 |
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Saint Bernard Rescue |
954-946-1352 |
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954-752-7732 |
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| PetsWelcome.com | ||
| Search for Pet-Friendly Travel Locations & Info | PetTravel.com | |
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| Shih Tzu Rescue | 954-680-6456 | |
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954-540-7370 |
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| S.F. Bull Terrier Rescue | ||
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or 305-825-8826 |
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561-233-1200 |
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561-482-8110 |
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954-476-5918 |
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SPCA Wildlife Care Center |
954-524-4302 |
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Contact Us
For more information, call the Parks Animal Care Specialist at 954-938-0617
or e-mail Parkpaws.
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