{"id":234358,"date":"2026-04-16T15:25:12","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T15:25:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/234358\/"},"modified":"2026-04-16T15:25:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T15:25:12","slug":"county-commission-honors-broward-animal-control-officers-during-national-appreciation-week-coral-springs-talk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/234358\/","title":{"rendered":"County Commission Honors Broward Animal Control Officers During National Appreciation Week \u2022 Coral Springs Talk"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The Broward County Commission recognized the work of its Animal Control Officers during National Animal Care and Control Officers Appreciation Week. {BCAC}<\/p>\n

Broward County is recognizing the work of its Animal Control Officers during National Animal Care and Control Officers Appreciation Week, observed April 12\u201318.\n<\/p>\n

Commissioner Beam Furr requested a proclamation honoring the Animal Control Officer Division, also known as the Field Services Team, for its role in protecting both residents and animals across the county.\n<\/p>\n

Over the past year, officers with Broward County Animal Care responded to more than 13,100 service calls. Those included more than 800 animal bite investigations, over 900 responses involving sick or injured animals, and more than 1,100 animal cruelty investigations.<\/p>\n

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\u201cBroward County Animal Care plays a vital role in protecting public safety and supporting the well-being of our communities,\u201d Furr said. \u201cOur Animal Control Officers handle complex, often critical situations every day\u2014from urgent public safety calls to animal welfare investigations\u2014with professionalism and accountability.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

Animal Control Officers serve on the front lines of public safety and animal welfare, responding to emergencies, investigating cruelty cases, and educating residents. Service requests can be initiated by calling 311.<\/p>\n

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\u201cOur Animal Control Officers are more than responders\u2014they are protectors, educators, and advocates for those who cannot speak for themselves,\u201d said Doug Brightwell, director of Broward County Animal Care. \u201cEvery call they answer represents a commitment to public safety, compassion, and accountability.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

The department works closely with multiple law enforcement and municipal agencies to address animal-related incidents, including the Fort Lauderdale Police Department\u2019s Animal Crimes Response Team, the Broward Sheriff\u2019s Office, and local agencies in cities such as Coral Springs, Margate, Sunrise, Hollywood, Davie, and Pompano Beach.\n<\/p>\n

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Broward County\u2019s Animal Control Officers serve county-wide and address complex and critical situations with residents and pets.
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National Animal Care and Control Officers Appreciation Week highlights the critical role these professionals play in maintaining public health, safety, and compliance with animal care standards.\n<\/p>\n

For more information, residents can contact Broward County Animal Care<\/a> at 954-357-9567 or email AnimalCareFieldServices@broward.org<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n

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