Dharma and Mama need forever homes. {Broward County Animal Care}
Broward County Animal Care is highlighting two dogs available for adoption: Dharma, a friendly 3-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier mix, and Mama, a lovable 7-year-old senior dog looking for a second chance.
Dharma, identified as A2473515, weighs 45 pounds and arrived at the shelter May 1 with another dog, Greg, who has since been adopted. Shelter staff describes Dharma as sweet, friendly and eager for attention. She is highly motivated by treats and enjoys meeting new people, including children.
According to Broward County Animal Care, Dharma does well with calm dogs that respect her space. She is spayed, vaccinated and microchipped, allowing her to go home the same day she is adopted. Her adoption fee has been waived, and adopters are only responsible for the $25 Broward County pet registration fee.
Mama, identified as A2017998, is a 60-pound American Staffordshire Terrier mix who arrived at the shelter at the end of April. Shelter officials said she was found abandoned behind a home in a deteriorated wire crate without food or water and was taken into custody for her well-being.
Despite her difficult circumstances, Mama is known for her affectionate personality and friendly demeanor. Staff also note that she keeps her kennel clean. Animal Care officials believe she would thrive as the only pet in an adult-only home where she can receive plenty of attention and companionship.
Before going to her new home, Mama will be spayed, vaccinated against rabies and microchipped. Like Dharma, her adoption fee has been waived, with adopters only paying the $25 pet registration fee.
Both dogs are available for adoption at Broward County Animal Care, 2400 SW 42nd St. in Fort Lauderdale. The shelter is open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
All pets adopted through Broward County Animal Care are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Additional animals available for adoption can be viewed online at PetAdoptions.Broward.org.
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