Lost Cat in Broward County: A Practical Recovery Guide
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Organise a lost-cat search in Broward County with shelter checks, clear photo notices, microchip records and respectful community outreach.
Losing a cat in Broward County, Florida is heartbreaking — but it's not hopeless. Broward County has some of the best animal welfare infrastructure in South Florida, and with the right strategy, many lost cats are reunited with their families. This guide covers everything you need to know.
Broward County Animal Care — Your First Stop
Broward County Animal Care
Address: 2400 SW 42nd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Phone: (954) 359-1313
Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 10am-5pm
Visit in person — do not just call. Show staff a clear photo of your cat and ask to walk through the cat intake area yourself. Microchipped cats are identified as soon as they are scanned upon intake, but it still helps to have your cat's file actively flagged. Visit every 2-3 days as new animals arrive daily.
Other Broward County Shelters and Rescues
- Humane Society of Broward County: 2070 Griffin Rd, Fort Lauderdale — (954) 989-3977
- Cat Network South Florida: Broward-based TNR organization — often has found cat reports
- Abandoned Pet Rescue: Based in Lake Worth, covers northern Broward
- Lucky Cat Rescue: Coral Springs-based rescue with lost/found network
Broward County's Geographic Considerations
Broward County's layout presents unique challenges for lost cat searches:
- Canal systems: Fort Lauderdale's "Venice of America" canals can trap cats or provide corridors for travel. Search canal banks carefully.
- Wildlife pressure: Broward has significant coyote, raccoon, and iguana populations that can drive cats from their territory. Expand your search area if necessary.
- Feral cat colonies: Broward County has hundreds of managed feral cat colonies. Contact local TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) caretakers — they know their territory and often see lost pet cats join colonies temporarily.
Facebook Groups Specific to Broward County
- Lost & Found Pets Broward County
- Fort Lauderdale Lost & Found Pets
- Lost & Found Pets Miramar / Pembroke Pines
- Hollywood FL Lost & Found Pets
- Lost Pets Coral Springs
- Deerfield Beach Community Group
National Databases — Post Everywhere
- PawBoost.com — sends automated alerts to local Facebook followers
- Petfinder.com — check the "Found" listings
- Finding Rover — facial recognition for cats
- PetAmberAlert.com — sends automated social media and phone alerts
About Our Missing Cats
We are searching for three missing cats stolen in Broward County (Fort Lauderdale) in February 2025: RJ, Lisana, and Daisy — all registered emotional support animals. A $5,000 reward per cat is offered. If you've seen them, call +1 (541) 390-2114 or visit our main page.