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National Pit Bull Awareness Month is celebrated in October. The month’s purpose is to change the negative perception of pit bulls, dispel myths, and promote a better understanding of the breed. Here are some things to know about Pit Bull Awareness Month: Pit bull is an umbrella term – Pit bull is a term used to describeRead more

Dear APR Adopter: August 10, 2024 until September 10, 2024 is the annual Clear The Shelters event put on nationally by NBC and Telemundo.  APR has participated in this event for the last nine years, successfully adopting dogs and cats and raising money to use for the operation of the shelter. Each year we tryRead more

Milo is living his best life after recently being adopted by Lonnie & Scott who drove from Orlando to adopt … specifically a Pitbull.Their previous dog made them adore bully breeds and when their dog passed, they wanted to add two pups to their life. On their drive down to Abandoned Pet Rescue, they stoppedRead more

CompHealth employees collected an abundance of supplies for Abandoned Pet Rescue in memory of their team member Jim Rowinski who recently passed away. Jim was a longtime volunteer of APR and cared deeply about animals, so the supply drive was a wonderful way to honor his legacy. The Orange Bowl Leadership Academy club at Sunrise Middle School in Fort Lauderdale collected donationsRead more

I’d like to share with you what life is like when you live with cats. I’ve gained my insight not only from a lifetime of living with cats (and dogs, ponies, birds, turtles, fish and a raccoon) but from talking with other “crazy animal” people.             Our pets are very special “people” to us. TheyRead more

TICKETS ON SALE NOW https://runforbeergulfstream2024.eventbrite.com/ SATURDAY MARCH 23RD MEET APR ADOPTABLES REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 9:15AM GULFSTREAM BREWING COMPANY 1115 NE 13TH STREET FORT LAUDERDALE THE RUN STARTS AT 10AM AND THE FUN RIGHT AFTER.Read more

As pet parents, we often go to great lengths to ensure the health and safety of our beloved companions. However, there are hidden dangers lurking in our homes and surroundings that can pose serious threats to our furry best friends. That’s why National Poison Prevention Awareness Month for pets serves as a crucial reminder toRead more

Thousands of People turned out for TRi Rail’s annual RAIL FUN DAY. The APR dogs and cats were ready to ride the rails showing off to the crowd. It was a night of Salsa, music, food and fun. Apr’s Valentine Extravaganza Extrodinaria… ARTS & HEARTS.  The sounds of Rad Comas, the salsa moves of UttaraRead more

           A few years back I walked into Abandoned Pet Rescue with every intention of adopting a beautiful new furry friend. I had every intention of shopping around for a super playful companion I could spend hours chasing around with a light toy or observe going into “crazy kitty” fits. IRead more