Frankie Berti, Co-Founder

Thinking of taking your dog on a run? Our professional dog runners and walkers are well-trained to walk and run your pups in Miami’s sunny climate, and we’d like to share a few tips for when you take your fur kids on their adventures around your neighborhood! Best Practices for Walking Dogs in Miami: 1. Carry water for your pooch on long walks, especially when out in our Florida sun! There are plenty of options, such […]

Dog Friendly Spaces in Miami: Lokal Burgers and Beer

Are there any dog-friendly restaurants in Miami? Why, yes! Miami is full of dog-friendly restaurants, parks, and venues! Just this week, pet sitters and dog walkers Flavia and Frankie Berti were enjoying lunch at Lokal Burgers and Beer in Coconut Grove in between pet sits and dog runs and discovered that Lokal not only puts out fresh doggy biscuits and water for passersby, but they have a dedicated Doggy Menu, complete with non-alcoholic beer for […]

Equipaws Pets Shares: Another Happy Pet Testimonial!

“I can’t say enough good things about Flavia and her team. They have taken care of our 6 kitties many times for a year now, and am very grateful for their services. I could tell from the initial consultation, I chose the right company. They keep an online file that includes everything they need to know about your pet and the house, and it can be updated anytime. They have a check list for each […]

Do Dogs, Pet Sitters, and Yoga Mix? Heck Yes!

Join Miami’s Pet Sitters and their Dogs for DOGA! We are always looking to expand our dog clients’ playtime horizons in Miami. That’s where dogs, pet sitters, and yoga come in! We invite you to join us for DOGA this Saturday, May 11, at Corpo Yoga Studio in South Miami for an afternoon session of calming yoga. What is DOGA, you ask? It’s your dog + yoga, a fun way to enhance our canine-human bond […]

Running with the Pack: The Rise of the Dog Runner

Equipaws Pet Services’s Pet Sitter Writes about the Rise of Dog Running We’d like to congratulate pack member Frankie Berti, Equipaws Pet Services’ social media go-to, copy writer, and pet sitter. She was recently published in the Winter 2012-2013 issue of Professional Pet Sitter, a publication of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS). We’re proud to belong to the Association, which provides invaluable support and educates pet sitters around the country. Her article, “Running with […]

School Starts Today in Miami. Is Your Dog Ready?

School Starts Today in Miami-Dade… Is Your Dog Ready? We all work a ton, which means we’re away from our dogs a bit longer than we’re happy to admit. And now that summer is over and school is starting in Miami, everyone is gearing up for days packed with activity (or extra traffic if you don’t have kids)… everyone except your pets! What do you think they do while you’re gone all day? I can […]

South Florida Hurricane Season is almost here!

We had a wonderful Memorial Day weekend in Miami. We feel blessed to have had fun days BBQ-ing in the Florida sun with our regulars, and very blessed to be pet sitters for a new pack that includes a Cockatoo, an African Grey, and an energetic brother/sister dog duo (they’re adorable!). Life as a pet sitter is so great that we almost can’t bear to say it, but we must. June 1 is this Friday, […]

Happy Start to Hurricane Season!

It’s official! June is the start of hurricane season. And while we love the summer (it’s one of our busiest quarters, when we pet sit, walk, and run dogs the most!), it also means the possibility of hurricanes. We know our blog post’s title is a little strange, as hurricane season is typically not something to celebrate… but we’re excited to bring you important information to help make this year’s hurricane season a breeze! Our […]

Pet Sitters Hurricane Plan: Preparedness

Pet Emergency Plans for South Florida As pet sitters, we pride ourselves on being prepared for everything- last minute pet sits or dog runs, helping find lost pets, helping our clients back into their homes if they’ve somehow locked themselves out, and, of course, having a pet plan in the likely event that a hurricane or tropical storm decides to grace South Florida. In our last post we covered mitigation, the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) […]

Pets Take Shelter in Pet-Friendly Evacuation Centers in Miami-Dade

Dogs and summer in Miami make for a great time, minus the hurricane headaches. Are you and your pets prepared for the Atlantic hurricane season? Your pet sitters want to help you and your pets prepare for whatever comes at us between now and November 30. Breaking It Down: Find Your Pet Evacuation Center It’s a fact: it’s really, really hard to keep your head straight and cover every detail needed when those hurricane watches […]

It so happens that one of the most common questions we get from our pet sitting clients is about which food they should be serving their dogs. We turned to J.J. Diaz, the enthusiastic and knowledgeable purveyor of our own dogs’ special pet food, Miami native, and owner of Animal Crackers, for advice. He’s been a huge help in alleviating our Shar-Pei’s chronic skin allergies, reducing costly vet visits, and eased us into the process […]

Positive Reinforcement Training with Rocco’s Pack

The Equipaws Pet Services pack had its first two training sessions with Lebby Gonzalez, owner of Roccoâ€™s Pack Pet Services and positive reinforcement trainer in Miami, this week. We believe all dog owners and dogs can use a little leash walking refresher once in a while. And, dogs love the attention and interaction with their parents during training sessions! Positive Reinforcement Training We chose Lebby because she specializes in positive reinforcement training techniques. Positive reinforcement […]

Pet Sitter’s Diary: Unusual Dog Food and Treats

Foods your dogs love. Pet Sitter’s Diary: Unusual Dog Food and Treats We pet sit and board some very lucky and beloved dogs around South Miami. Why are they so lucky? Our clients are investing in and serving really interesting dog food choices lately. They’re taking their pets’ health as seriously as their own, either going raw or supplementing their dogs’ diets with fresh fruits, vegetables, proteins, and other goodies. First up, raw diets: The […]

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8 Natural Ways to Prevent Your Dog from Eating Poop

8 Natural Ways to Prevent Your Dog from Eating Poop Last updated April 17, 2025 We talked about the potential causes for unsavory behavior like stool eating in a previous post on dogs eating poop. To recap: Coprophagia is usually a behavioral issue, meaning your puppy might be exploring the world, copying his mother, or he might be bored (another argument for providing good enrichment!) or stressed. Other behavioral reasons for dogs eating poop include […]

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Why Your Dog Eats Poop

So your dog eats poop… As pet sitters, we meet dogs with a variety of tastes. Today, we’re writing for a particular kind of parent. Yes, your dog loves to eat everything you put in front of him, and, unfortunately, many things you don’t. You know what we’re talking about- poop! God love him, your dog is a connoisseur. You can stop being embarrassed and worrying now; your favorite pet sitters have compiled a list […]

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Author: Frankie Berti

About Frankie Berti

Vital Tips for Running and Walking Dogs in Miami

Dog Friendly Spaces in Miami: Lokal Burgers and Beer

Equipaws Pets Shares: Another Happy Pet Testimonial!

Do Dogs, Pet Sitters, and Yoga Mix? Heck Yes!

Running with the Pack: The Rise of the Dog Runner

School Starts Today in Miami. Is Your Dog Ready?

South Florida Hurricane Season is almost here!

Happy Start to Hurricane Season!

Pet Sitters Hurricane Plan: Preparedness

Pets Take Shelter in Pet-Friendly Evacuation Centers in Miami-Dade

Nutrition Spotlight with J.J. Diaz of Animal Crackers

Positive Reinforcement Training with Rocco’s Pack

Pet Sitter’s Diary: Unusual Dog Food and Treats

8 Natural Ways to Prevent Your Dog from Eating Poop

Why Your Dog Eats Poop

Seeking amazing pet caregivers.

Professional Pet Sitting & Dog Walking Services In Miami

Author: Frankie Berti

About Frankie Berti

Professional Pet Sitting &
Dog Walking Services In Miami