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Maryland dog reunited with owner’s son 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 also speaks to the vast network of animal rescue organizations in South Florida. The fact that iHeart Dog Rescue in Pompano Beach was able to trace Rosie back to a shelter in Maryland highlights the dedication and resources of local groups working to reunite lost pets with their families. As a major hub for people and animals from across the country, Miami 's surrounding areas like Pompano Beach play a critical role in facilitating these reunions. The story of Rosie's journey from Maryland to South Florida also raises questions about the potential for animal transport and rescue efforts in the face of natural disasters like hurricanes, which can displace pets and their owners across long distances.
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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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