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Officials praise success of new adoption campaign that pairs dogs with BSO deputies
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Matthew Garcia , WSVN 7 News
· July 24, 2026
· 3 min read
Officials say a new campaign to bring more pet adoptions is off to a fast start after pairing up some of their dogs with some Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies. BSO Deputy Eric Swenson and Spud were featured on social media as part of the “Paws and Protectors” campaign with Broward County Animal Car
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Key takeaway BSO Deputy Eric Swenson and Spud were featured on social media as part of the “Paws and Protectors” campaign with Broward County Animal Care.
Why this matters in The Miami
The success of the "Paws and Protectors" campaign in Broward County has implications for neighboring Miami-Dade County, where animal shelters also face challenges in finding forever homes for pets. Miami-Dade County Animal Services could potentially benefit from a similar initiative, leveraging the influence of the Miami Police Department and Miami-Dade Police to promote pet adoptions. The campaign's use of social media to feature deputies with adoptable dogs is a strategy that could be replicated in Miami, where online platforms are widely used to connect with the community. As Miami's residents are also passionate about animal welfare, a similar partnership between local law enforcement and animal care services could help increase pet adoptions and reduce the number of animals in shelters. By exploring innovative approaches like the "Paws and Protectors" campaign, Miami-Dade County may be able to improve outcomes for its animal population.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Officials say a new campaign to bring more pet adoptions is off to a fast start after pairing up some of their dogs with some Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies. BSO Deputy Eric Swenson and Spud were featured on social media as part of the “Paws and Protectors” campaign with Broward County Animal Car
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