Florida Panthers’ hockey player Sam Bennett started his Benny’s Buddies charitable program after his fiancé began volunteering at HSBC, saying “It eventually started because my fiancé volunteers here (Humane Society of Broward County) once a week and we both have a love for animals. We ended up adopting a dog from the shelter here a couple weeks ago and then we just had the idea that we want to do something else to help all the other pets, dogs and cats that are here and available to get adopted. So, we thought about the program, Benny’s Buddies, and to sponsor the adoption fee of any pet for every goal I score this year is what we’re going to do. It’s a great cause and I’m really excited to be a part of it.”
To date, dozens of Benny’s Buddies pets have found their forever homes, all with their adoption fees paid by Bennett.
Meet Our Featured Benny's Buddies
Peaches
Peaches is an adorable black and white kitty with expressive golden-hazel eyes. She has an engaging, sweet nature and chirps and purrs her appreciation for love and attention. Peaches has a long attention span for playing, whether it’s interactive play with feathers and ribbons, racing through her tunnel in search of toys and treats or chasing a ball. Sometimes, she will even bring back the ball, hoping it will be thrown again. When Peaches has had enough play time, she loves to snuggle on a welcoming lap to be cuddled and petted while munching on some delicious treats. Please come and meet Peaches and fall in love with this amazing kitty. What a wonderful addition she will be to a loving, attentive home!
Thanks to #9 Sam Bennett of the Florida Panthers, he has kindly paid her adoption fee. Every time Sam scores a goal, another pet at the Humane Society of Broward County benefits.To meet Tina or any other pet visit www.humanebroward.com and complete the pre-adoption application. The Humane Society of Broward County is located at 2070 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33312, and the adoption kennels open daily at 11 a.m. If you have any questions call 954-989-3977.
Tank
A smile as big as his heart!! Meet 5-year old Tank, our favorite smiling pup! He’s grinning because his adoption fee has been covered by Benny’s Buddies. For his entire life, Tank has known the comfort of a home. He’s great with kids and adults and is a loyal and loving dog. Tank will sit by your side waiting for pets and he smiles at us every time we walk by the kennel. He grew up with kids, is crate trained, good at the vet, and takes treats so softly you’ll hardly feel it. He knows “go to bed” and comes when called (most of the time). Tank tends to get a little excited when meeting new people but he’s kind, calm around other dogs, and just wants to be near you. He’ll chase a ball if you invite him, but he’s just as happy hanging by your side. His family is facing a medical crisis, and they made the heartbreaking decision to surrender him so he can get the time and care he deserves. He’s confused, but still smiling and still hoping someone new will walk by and see what a good boy he is. If you have room in your heart for a dog who’s known love and is ready to give it again, Tank is waiting.
Thanks to Benny’s Buddies, Tank’s adoption fee is fully covered! Every time Sam Bennett (#9) of the Florida Panthers scores a goal, a shelter pet benefits—and Tank is one of the lucky ones! If you are interested in adopting Tank, fill out a pre-adoption application at www.humanebroward.com and come meet him at the Humane Society of Broward County, 2070 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL. The adoption kennels open daily at 11 a.m. Questions? Call 954-989-3977.
