Tanya Heller & Michelle Schecht

Forget the Dog House—We’re Full of Cool Cats (and Big Hearts)

July 2, 2025 | Lifestyle Staff

Spay + Neuter: One Thing Cats and Dogs Agree On.

At PURRR Adoption + Sanctuary, we may specialize in feline welfare—but when it comes to ending pet overpopulation, we’re all in this together. Each year in South Florida, thousands of cats and dogs are born into uncertainty—too few homes and too many heartbreaking outcomes. That’s why we focus on high-volume, low-cost spay and neuter services.

No matter who you root for—cats, dogs, or both—your support helps PURRR save lives and create brighter futures across South Florida.

Our services may be feline-focused, but our compassion covers all paws. Learn more at PURRR.org.

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Drink the Pear Necessities for a Good Cause

July 9, 2026 | Lifestyle Staff

Cocktailing never felt so good. Ukiah Japanese Smokehouse, located on Fort Lauderdale’s downtown riverfront, is continuing its Giving2Sips program this July, an ongoing initiative in which proceeds from Ukiah’s signature cocktails give back to the community. For the month of July, $2 from every Pear Necessities cocktail sold will be donated directly to Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation, supporting vital pediatric care for families across South Florida. Pear Necessities

A red Pear Necessities cocktail in a glass, topped with foam and garnished with a lychee on a cocktail pick, sits on a light-colored surface with blurred chairs and windows in the background—a drink crafted for a good cause. Lifestyle

Community, Dogs, and Rock & Roll

July 9, 2026 | Laine Doss

For Susan Rennisen, vice president of community affairs and special events at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, a life well lived includes having dogs at her side. Rennisen first fell in love with poodles more than 40 years ago after moving to Las Vegas to further her career. Far from her home on the East

A woman in a white dress sits on a black piano, smiling with Rock & Roll flair. Two poodles in bow ties sit in front of her. The room is modern, with blue accents, plants, and framed photos on a side table. Lifestyle

Pet Law Rising

July 9, 2026 | Jesse Scott

In South Florida, where dogs ride shotgun on Las Olas and appear in holiday cards alongside their owners, the line between pet and family member has long been blurred. Now, that shift is showing up somewhere perhaps a little less expected: the courtroom. As veterinary costs climb and pet insurance policies become more common, a new category of legal work is taking shape. It’s one

A man with dark hair and a beard sits on a couch, smiling, while holding a small, fluffy, tan dog on his lap. Bright windows and greenery are visible in the background, a cozy scene that reflects The Gross Group Fights for Pet Owner Rights and prioritizes the happiness of pets and their owners. Lifestyle

Paws With Purpose

July 9, 2026 | Jesse Scott

For many children, a hospital stay can bring uncertainty, fear, and long days away from the comforts of home. At Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, however, some of the most beloved members of the care team walk on four legs. Freedom, Goldie, and the hospital’s newest facility dog, Dominos, are the stars of the hospital’s animal-assisted