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Own stocks or mutual funds that are way up in value? Consider making a gift of stock, instead of cash. Giving to Abandoned Pet Rescue provides you with maximum charitable benefit and can help you reduce or avoid capital gain tax liabilities. More important, this is a great way of maximizing the benefit of yourRead more

There can be huge advantages of making a gift direct to Abandoned Pet Rescue from your IRA (at age 70 ½ IRA holders are required to start making annual withdrawals, but you can donate those amounts, instead with potentially significant tax savings and a really big impact for our water). Ask your tax professional orRead more

This month I’m exploring some of the weird things cats do that I don’t understand even after years of living with a multitude of cats. If you have cats or have ever lived with cats, you will be able to relate to this. Here are some of my “How come’s.” How come cats will invariablyRead more

APR’S 2020 YARD SALE… APR’S 2020 ANNUAL STAFF AND VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DINNER… PHOTOS BY CHERYL DEVLIN… NORTH BEACH GALLERY ANNIVERSARY PARTY AND ERTE EXHIBITION… PET PALOOZARead more

In the words of Dr. Suess, “Things are never quite as scary when you’ve got a best friend.” It seems that has been the very experience of two happy-go-lucky pups, Loki and Shug. These two best friends experienced tremendous change when their owner became unable to care for them any longer. Since their arrival atRead more

Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis with APR Volunteer Jeff Smith at the Genesis Health Institute Holiday Party…… Our friends from Ruff House, Holistic Performance, and Central Bark helped to make Christmas merry and bright for the APR family. Genesis Health Institute celebrates the season in support of APR. Thanks Dr. Cabrera and Dimitri. WINTERFEST FAMILYRead more

As we begin a new year and a new decade, we want to introduce you to several of our residents who are truly special and need a forever home. First say hello to Blackie. Blackie is a Labrador Retriever. Blackie quickly rolls over for belly rubs when she meets you. This sweetheart thinks she’s aRead more

These are the very special large dogs of APR.  Each is hoping you have a great space and the dedication to consider their adoption.  All have been with us a long time and now here is your opportunity to meet them and bring one to a forever home. BAMBOO Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier & AmericanRead more

No pet should ever be without a microchip.  Turn your head and in a moment’s notice your pet could get past you and run out the door.  That’s why every pet at Abandoned Pet Rescue has a microchip and over the years it has helped in the reunification of many with their owners. Below areRead more

 – CLEAR THE SHELTERS 2019 – FUR-EVER LOVE – A-P-R AROUND TOWN –Read more