The Humane Society of Greater Miami/Adopt-A-Pet will be holding their annual signature event, the Purina Walk for the Animals, Saturday, February 24, 2007, at the scenic Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami. Check-in begins at 8:30 am, the Walk begins at 10:00 am and entertainment will be provided throughout the morning until noon.

The event will be filled with activities, contests, demonstrations and entertainment for canines, adults and children of all ages. With a minimum pledge of $50 you will receive an official event t-shirt, doggie bandana and other goodies. The event also provides opportunities for walkers to join together as a team to raise money as a "Pack" and receive personalized goodies.

For more information about the Purina Walk for the Animals, including ways your company can get involved to help make a difference for the animals, please email Laurie Hoffman at laurie@humanesocietymiami.org.

Above photo is from Walk for the Animals 2006.

Editor's Note:

A vacation should be a break from the ordinary. This month's pet-friendly spot claims to be that, or, as they put it, "We don't rent rooms, we sell happiness."

Tropi Rock Resort is one of the more famous resorts in Ft. Lauderdale. So of course you'll get the tropical haven-type pampering. The rooms have unique decor and even the furnishings are hand crafted. A gym and heated pool, gardens, and the area's only on-site tennis courts add to Tropi Rock's appeal for those looking for happiness with style.

Staff at Tropi Rock tell us small, flea-free pets, under 25-pounds, are permitted with prior management approval. There is a $10 plus tax per pet fee per day. Guests will be responsible for any property damage caused by their pet.

1. You could soon wind up in deep doo doo in Punta Gorda. The City is considering an ordinance to fine guardians if they don't pick up after their pets. Sources from other areas in Florida hint this might be a trend state-wide.

Meet Dancer, little but mighty companion to Jenny Gomes of Okahumpka. Dancer was one of two unborn pups of an abandoned momma dog. Momma was rescued and once born, Jenny cared for the pups. But Dancer didn't seem to grow and at one point, Jenny had to hand feed him. The vet wasn't optimistic, but Jenny persevered and, as you can see, Dancer is now a healthy, handsome boy.

"I was born with Congenital Toxoplasmosis, Retinal," said Jenny. "I lost my driver's license due to vision lose last year and was unable to continue to work full time in the field I was in. I was the Animal Care Coordinator for a local Animal Rescue Group. I was feeling useless until Dancer gave me a reason to keep on rescuing."

Dancer may only weigh 18 ounces and stand only 4 inches tall, but he's given Jenny a ton of love.