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Author: Frankie Berti

About Frankie Berti

A founding member of the Equipaws family, Frankie can mostly be found working behind the scenes, helping co-create online branding, managing several social media accounts, designing brand collateral, writing copy, and managing events. She also fills in for pet sitters and dog walkers when needed in Palmetto Bay, Pinecrest, and South Miami. Her own small pack consists of Boots the Shih Tzu mix and Nutmeg the Chiweenie.

What is kennel cough? Kennel cough is a highly contagious respiratory disease. Dogs commonly contract kennel cough at places where large numbers of dogs are together, such as boarding and daycare facilities, dog parks, training groups, and dog shows. This disease can be spread through airborne droplets, direct contact (such as their noses touching each other), or contaminated surfaces (including food and water bowls). Kennel cough can be treated in most dogs, but can be […]
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Miami Dog-Friendly Event: Bring your dogs to Bay 13 Brewery in Coral Gables! Save the date! Our April Sip & Stroll is Thursday, 4/13/23! We look forward to enjoying a good walk, delicious drinks & food, and your company at Bay 13 Brewery & Kitchen! We loved the layout last time we were there. We hope you and your dogs can can join us at this dog-friendly event! We get together for dog-friendly socials at […]
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Dog walkers know that canine fitness is a critical aspect of a dog’s physical and mental health and well-being. Dogs of all ages require regular exercise and physical activity to maintain good health, keep a healthy weight, and prevent chronic diseases. Canine Fitness Month is celebrated in April each year to bring awareness to the importance of exercise and fitness for dogs. The ideal fitness plan varies according to a dog’s age, weight, and level […]
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Curbing Dog Obesity  In the last decade the United States has seen obesity become a huge issue for society as a whole. Children, teenagers and adults are overweight and experiencing health problems due to our poor eating habits and lack of activity. Our nation is continuously working on providing healthier options and educating the public on food consumption. Who knew this issue would directly translate to our pets. What YOU Need to Know: Between 20 […]
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In this dog walker’s view, dog walks and pet toothpaste and tooth brushing are an even tie in the hierarchy of fun, yet healthy, “treats.” After all, it’s well-established that exercise will keep your pooch healthy physically and mentally, but do you know why you should brush your pets’ teeth daily? Since February is  “National Pet Dental Health Month,” we thought we’d talk about that instead of our obsession with dog exercise for a change! […]
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What to do if you find lost pets in Miami As pet sitters, we receive a lot of frantic calls for help relocating lost pets in Miami. Finding a lost pet can be a harrowing experience, but luckily we have many resources available to us to help make the process easier for both human and animal. We’ve written this blog post as a guide on what to do if you find lost pets in Miami, […]
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Are you celebrating New Year’s Eve at home and inviting guests over? If you have pets, please make sure your guests are on the same page as you are! Let them gently know that you have rules in place to make sure your pets and kids are safe.  If you’re grilling outdoors, make sure your pets are not getting into any of the fatty foods typical to these celebrations. There are so many tempting dishes- […]
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New Year’s Eve is a time for celebration, but it can also be a stressful and dangerous time for pets, particularly cats and dogs. The loud noises and fireworks that often accompany the holiday can be scary and disorienting for animals, and the risk of accidents or escapes is higher than usual due to the increased activity and potential for open doors. Here are a few tips to help keep your cats and dogs safe […]
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Easily Avoid These Hazards for a Pet-Safe Holiday! It’s already tough to survive the holiday season, without any illness or emergency situations for  family members, including the furry ones. An emergency trip to the vet does not fit in between unwrapping gifts and eating the Christmas turkey. Do yourself a favor and pet proof your home before the holidays are in full swing. To keep your household full of holiday cheer, be informed of popular […]
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The Importance of letting your dog sniff on walks Do you feel like your dog drags you around on his walks because he wants to sniff? Does it feel strange to you and leave you wondering whether you should let your dog stop and enjoy sniffing on walks or whether you should direct them back to your power walk? We’re happy to report that letting dogs enjoy sniffing on walks is perfectly okay and also […]
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How to protect your cat from holiday dangers The holidays are a time for joy and celebrating, but they can also be dangerous for our feline friends! From decorations and plants to rich foods and visitors, there are many potential hazards that can harm our cats.  Please share this post to help every cat parent keep an eye on our furry companions and protect cats from common holiday dangers! Holiday Decorations:          […]
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Cat lovers (like your friendly Equipaws cat sitters) know that you should take your cats to the vet regularly for their check ups to keep your cat healthy. We know many of you already take your kitties to their yearly visits, but there are still some cat owners who only take them when there is a problem. Here are five important reasons why taking your cat to the veterinarian yearly (and even more often as […]
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Our team at Equipaws Pet Services want to wish you a happy Halloween- and to share our Halloween pet safety tips! We are having a blast walking dogs around South Miami, Coconut Grove, and Pinecrest today. Most homes have really cool decorations up, and we’ve seen some cute costumes like the pups in the photo above! We wanted to make sure everyone has a safe and fun Halloween. We’d love for you to include your […]
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Today is Take Your Cat to the Vet Day! It’s so important to take your cat to the vet regularly, but we’ve noticed that cats don’t go to the vet as often as their canine counterparts, and some of that has to do with the way we view cats in our culture. Cats are the most popular pet in the USA, but they go to the vet half as much as dogs do according to […]
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Don’t punish your cat! As cat people and cat sitters, we do NOT punish cats. We address causes first to correct behavior. Punishing a cat can stress them out, make them feel frightened, worsen problems, and destroy the trust and bond they have with you. It’s helpful to think of them the way you would a human child- there is a reason they are “acting out.” They are responding to something in their lives or […]
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