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Maryland dog reunited with owner in Pompano Beach after being found hundreds of miles away from home
By Jayme Berezdivin at WSVN 7 News
· July 12, 2026
· 1 min read
A journey across hundreds of miles ended in a reunion between a dog and the son of her owner. The 12-year-old beagle, named Rosie, was found hundreds of miles from home. She was brought to iHeart Dog Rescue in Pompano Beach, where volunteers traced her to a shelter in Maryland. Unfortunately, the do
Key takeaway The 12-year-old beagle, named Rosie, was found hundreds of miles from home.
Why this matters in The Miami
The reunion of Rosie the beagle with her owner's son in Pompano Beach is a heartwarming tale that brings attention to the dedicated work of local animal rescue groups like iHeart Dog Rescue. As a major hub for animal rescue and rehabilitation in South Florida, the region's shelters and rescue organizations play a vital role in reuniting lost pets with their owners. The fact that Rosie was brought to Pompano Beach from a shelter in Maryland highlights the extensive network of animal rescue groups that operate across state lines. For residents of Miami -Dade County, this story serves as a reminder of the importance of microchipping and properly identifying pets to prevent lengthy separations. As the community continues to grow and attract new residents from across the country, the work of local animal rescue groups will remain crucial in reuniting lost pets with their owners, no matter where they come from.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A journey across hundreds of miles ended in a reunion between a dog and the son of her owner. The 12-year-old beagle, named Rosie, was found hundreds of miles from home. She was brought to iHeart Dog Rescue in Pompano Beach, where volunteers traced her to a shelter in Maryland. Unfortunately, the do
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