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Is buying pet insurance worth the cost?

Is Pet Insurance Worth the Cost? If you’re a pet owner, you may be wondering whether pet insurance is worth the cost. Every pet owner should consider pet insurance because not only could it save you thousands of dollars if your pet gets injured or sick, (your out-of-pocket costs can add up quickly, especially if you have multiple pets), but it could save you the heartache of having to make a tough decision about your […]

March 26, 2023Dog Training how to stop a dog from barking, stop a barking dog by Equipaws Pet Services

How to stop your dog from barking excessively

Stop your dog from barking with these tips Does your dog bark incessantly and you don’t know how to make it stop? If your dog won’t stop barking, it can be frustrating and concerning for you and your neighbors. Barking is a natural way for dogs to communicate, but it can become a problem when it’s excessive. Fortunately, there are several things you can do to help stop your dog from barking. Firstly, it’s essential […]

February 11, 2023Gifts for Pets Valentine's Day dog gifts, Valentine's Day gift by Equipaws Pet Services

Ten Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Your Dog in Miami!

And They Call It Puppy Love! Valentine’s Day isn’t just for the humans- your pets deserve some lovin’ too! There are so many ways to celebrate with your fur babies. On a budget? Not to fret! There are lots of things to do or buy that won’t make your pockets hurt. Check out our list of the best Valentine’s Day gifts for your dogs! 1. Favorite Instagrammable Valentine’s Day Gift for Your Dog: Take […]

January 24, 2022Uncategorized by Equipaws Pet Services

Helping Pets around the World with Visiting Veterinarians International

We are SO very proud our head of Pet Home Health Care, Lory Nelson Brunner, for volunteering her time and expertise to Visiting Veterinarians International, a wonderful cause. Visiting Veterinarians International’s mission is to provide veterinary care to areas of the world who lack appropriate veterinary care or have limited access to veterinary care. Lory has a heart of gold. Please consider donating to Visiting Veterinarians International so they can purchase necessary medications, anesthetics, and […]

January 16, 2022News by Equipaws Pet Services

Scam Alert

It has recently come to our attention that someone calling themselves Wilson Smith is selling puppies and using our business name in the process. We have never and will never sell pets and we are in no way related to any company claiming to sell puppies or animals under our business name. Please steer clear of Wilson Smith. Nobody by the name of Wilson Smith has ever worked for us, and he has stolen money […]

December 1, 2020Cats cat, cat diet, dry food for cats, is dry food bad for cats, kidney issues in cats by Equipaws Pet Services

Is Dry Food Really Good for Cats?

Is Dry Food Really Good for Cats? A friend said to me “I heard that feeding only dry food to a cat causes kidney issues’. So I decided to debunk that myth and do a little digging to see where in the world he heard that. I checked social- Facebook and Twitter- and the answer to where he got that was there. BUT, not the facts to back that up. Cats are carnivores. Dry food […]

November 13, 2020Cat Sitting, Cats cat behavior, cat sitting Miami, indoor cats, outdoor cats, Pet sitting Miami by Equipaws Pet Services

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Your Cat

So let’s all agree, cats are all very different. Some say the color determines the attitude. Some swear that female orange cats are always jerks, tortoise shells are all super sweet, and calico cats are… extra spicy. Myths about kitties and their behavior abound- that they need to be outdoors, that they’re less needy than dogs. Whatever you think you know, it’s all different and so are they. These are some facts that you may […]

October 8, 2020Cats cat hairballs, cat health, cat sitters Miami, cat wellness, cats Miami, home health care, why does my cat vomit by Equipaws Pet Services

Why is my cat vomiting?

𝐕𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐬: why it happens and what to do⁣⁣ Our kitty parents asked for a primer on vomiting in cats, and we’re here to deliver! ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Cats and their hairballs. Oh boy, finding those in your favorite pair of shoes is the best! /s Fun fact, vomiting is pretty common in cats, be it from hairballs, or just like us- from overeating or eating something that doesn’t agree with them, so you may […]

September 18, 2020Pet Health, Pet Home Health Care, Uncategorized Equipaws pet home health services, pet health, pet pain, pet pain awareness month, signs your pet is in pain by Equipaws Pet Services1 Comment

Is your pet in pain?

It’s Pet Pain Awareness Month We wish our pets could talk to us for so many reasons- but especially when we want to know if they’re in pain or why they feel sick. Often our pets suffer in silence, and sometimes we as pet parents don’t notice subtle changes in their behavior that indicate pain. Sometimes we write it off as a by-product of aging. Heck, you know some of us get cranky with age! […]

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September 18, 2020Pet Health pet health, pet home health care, puppies, puppies Miami, Veterinary visits by Equipaws Pet Services

How often should I take my pet to the vet?

An ounce of prevention… Many people wonder how often they should take their pets to the vet. Some pet parents take their pets yearly. Others, quite honestly, sometimes let a couple of years or more go by between visits. Life happens, but it’s very important to keep your pets on their recommended veterinary schedule! Your veterinary visit schedule will vary by species, age, temperament and especially health and history. But, the bottom line is that […]

August 18, 2020Pet Home Health Care COVID Miami, new normal, Pet health Miami, veterinarians Miami, Veterinary visits by Equipaws Pet Services

Waiting curbside at the vet- why does it take so darn long?

What Takes so Darn Long Waiting Curbside at the Vet? Time well spent If you’re headed to the veterinarian, be prepared to wait in the car. There are many reasons your wait may seem so long- be kind and keep this in mind when the staff come to your car. The vet techs and clinic staff are essential workers, and this is their new norm: running back and forth to the parking lot in 90 […]

July 14, 2020Cats cat sitters Miami, Miami Meow Mobile, neuter kittens, spay and neuter cats, spay kittens, The Cat Network, The Miami Meow Mobile by Equipaws Pet Services2 Comments

Neuter and spay stray cats and kittens in Miami with The Cat Network

Neuter and spay stray cats and kittens in Miami Have you ever wondered how to help neuter and spay stray and feral cats and kittens in Miami? The Cat Network has you covered. We interviewed Charlene Grall, the Chairperson of the Spay and Neuter Committee for the Miami Meow Mobile (part of The Cat Network’s efforts to reduce the overpopulation of stray and feral cats in South Florida through the humane practice of sterilization, vaccination, […]

May 25, 2020Pet Health, Uncategorized beach dog, dog health, dog water safety, Miami pool safety, pet safety month, pool safety, water dog by Equipaws Pet Services

Dog Water Safety in Miami

We all love water and here in South Florida we have so many dog-friendly beaches and waterfronts to enjoy, from Hobe Beach to the Keys. Just like some humans, not all puppies and dogs know how to swim at all. There are some who know how to navigate water as an instinct (some do it more gracefully than others), but they all depend on us to keep them safe. In addition to that, not all […]

June 16, 2017Blog, Wildlife Florida turtles, green sea turtle, leatherback turtles, loggerhead turtles, Sea turtles, world sea turtle day by Equipaws Pet Services

Ten Facts about Sea Turtles for World Sea Turtle Day

Ten Facts about Sea Turtles for World Sea Turtle Day In honor of World Sea Turtle Day, here are ten fun facts about our reptilian friends! Sea turtles are ancient! Fossil evidence of a 5000 pound sea turtle, measuring 13 feet long and 16 feet wide, was found in South Dakota in the 1970’s. This extinct species of sea turtle, known as Archelon, was thought to have lived in the shallow oceans that covered parts […]

May 10, 2017Pet Sitters in the Community, Uncategorized, Wildlife green sea turtle Miami, Leatherback sea turtle Florida, Loggerhead sea turtle Florida, Loggerhead turtles Miami, sea turtles Fisher Island, Sea turtles Miami by Equipaws Pet Services

How to Help Nesting Sea Turtles in Miami

Sea turtle nesting history in Miami and understanding the process Every year May 1st to October 31st Miami-Dade County beaches are graced with the presence of the magnificent dinosaurs of the sea! For millions of years’ sea turtles have used Florida’s coastlines and beaches to create new generations of sea turtles. There are seven species of sea turtles worldwide, all of which are either threatened or endangered. Out of the seven species, three nest regularly […]

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