Humane Society of Broward hopes to find ‘furever’ home for Baby the dog, other furry friends

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — A 9-year-old border collie mix named Baby is looking for a new family after arriving at the Humane Society of Broward County as a stray.

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Baby was previously adopted from the shelter when he was about a year old. Humane Society of Broward County’s Cherie Wachter said the owner was contacted but did not come to reclaim him.

“He’s a border collie mix we believe,” Wachter said. “At 9 years old, you can still teach him a whole lot of other things and tell all your friends that you know you taught your dog these great things.”

Wachter said Baby weighs about 50 pounds, walks well on a leash and would be a great companion for someone looking for a calm, well-behaved dog.

“If you’re looking for a dog to go for leisurely walks, that’s going to be a wonderful member of your family, I think baby would be perfect,” Wachter said.

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Wachter also introduced Tolkien, a 13-week-old British Shorthair kitten available for adoption. Tolkien and his two brothers were surrendered after their owner became ill.

“The thing to know about these kittens is they have a fungus called ringworm,” she added. “So we’re treating them for that. We would send the adopter home with medication.”

Wachter said ringworm is contagious to people and pets, but adopters can manage it with proper care, including washing hands and bedding and keeping the kitten separate from other pets at home.

The Humane Society of Broward County has Baby, Tolkien and other animals waiting for forever homes.

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