DATE: November 21, 2014
MEDIA CONTACT: Lisa Mendheim, Public Education Coordinator
Animal Care and Adoption
PHONE: 954-359-1010
EMAIL: lmendheim@broward.org
BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Thanksgiving is almost here, which means lots of delicious food followed by Black Friday deals for Broward County residents.
As the holiday weekend approaches, Broward County Animal Care and Adoption Division reminds all pet owners to keep their dogs and cats safe.
Thanksgiving Safety Tips
1. Keep your pet on his regular feeding schedule and feed your pet only his regular food. DO NOT give your pet any part of the turkey. While people may think that turkey is safe, often the seasoning from the turkey drippings, along with the skin and gravy can cause pancreatitis — inflammation of the pancreas. In particular, DO NOT feed your pet turkey bones! Turkey bones are particularly dangerous since they can splinter and cause intestinal damage.
2. Secure the garbage pail! Table scraps, food wrappings, bones and other items can be tempting to your pet. Even simple items like aluminum foil and the string from the turkey can be harmful if consumed. Be sure that all trash containers, both inside the house and outside, are securely closed so that animals cannot tear through the garbage for a private Thanksgiving feast.
3. Keep your pet in another room during dinnertime, so they can't sit and beg at the table. This way guests will not be tempted to give them any food.
4. Do not give pets chocolate, alcohol or eggnog! Chocolate is toxic and can affect the heart and nervous system, and eggnog can give them diarrhea. Alcohol can cause coma and even death. Make sure your pet has plenty of fresh water to drink.
5. Most importantly, make sure your pet is wearing proper identification. Pets can easily escape through the front or back doors when guests come into your home. Remember that all dogs and cats (even “indoor cats”) within Broward County must be registered and wear the Broward County Rabies Registration tag on their collar. This is the best way to ensure that your pet is reunited with you if he or she becomes lost during the Thanksgiving holiday or any other day.
Black Friday Deals
After a day of turkey and stuffing, don’t head to the mall--instead, “shelter shop” by adopting a new best friend during the “Name Your Price Pet Adoption Event” at both Broward County Animal Care and the Humane Society of Broward County.
“Door Buster” specials will begin at both shelters at 9:30AM. Adoption fees will be waived for select pets from 9:30-10:30AM. Following the “Door Buster” deals, adopters will be able to name their own price for any pet over 5 months old at both shelters.
On Friday, November 28th, shelter hours will be:
Broward County Animal Care and Adoption Center – 9:30AM-4PM
1870 SW 39th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, 33315
954-359-1313
Humane Society of Broward County - 9:30AM–6:30PM.
2070 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, 33312
954-989-3977
Please note that both shelters will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27th.
About Animal Care
Broward County Animal Care and Adoption is dedicated to providing shelter for lost and homeless animals. The agency provides access to hundreds of shelter pets hoping for a new home. Please prevent unwanted animals and have your pet spayed or neutered. For more information about the agency, visit our website, or "like us" on Facebook.com/BrowardPets.
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