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June 24, 2020News, Pet Resources fourth of july, Independence Day, pets and fireworks by Frankie Berti1 Comment

Pet Safety Tips for the Fourth of July

We all love celebrating the 4th of July here in South Florida. BBQ and beverages, friends and family, boats and beaches and the almost always loved signature fireworks. Just like some humans, not all cats and dogs enjoy the flashes and lights. These noisy fireworks can cause them to run away. Other dangers abound- fatty or toxic holiday foods, the danger of overheating on a hot summer day, and debris leftover from a night of […]

Hurricane readiness + Covid-19 for pet owners

June 14, 2020Hurricane Preparedness, Uncategorized covid, covid-19, hurricane preparedness, hurricane season Miami, pet friendly evacuation center, prepare for hurricane, preparing for hurricane with covid by Frankie Berti

Hurricane Readiness for Pet Owners During COVID-19

Hurricane Readiness for Pet Owners During COVID-19 Hurricane season has one more complication in 2020- the COVID-19 pandemic. We must prepare as we always do for hurricanes with the added variable of a highly-contagious virus. These are our updated readiness guidelines for pet owners in the time of coronavirus. Start preparing TODAY. Don’t wait until you hear there is a tropical storm forming to do your typical preparations- do them right away. Because of […]

June 10, 2020Blog, Home-page, Hurricane Preparedness, News, Pet Emergency Plans Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High, E. Darwin Fuchs Pavilion, Equipaws Pet Services, hurricane preparedness Miami, hurricane preparedness tips, Miami hurricane preparedness, Miami-Dade county, pet disaster plan, pet disaster preparedness, pet friendly evacuation center Miami by Frankie Berti1 Comment

Miami Hurricane Pet Evacuation Guide

Miami Hurricane Preparedness: Pet Edition Dogs and summer in Miami make for a great time, minus the afternoon rain, says Bella. Beyond rain… are you and your pets prepared for the Atlantic hurricane season that started on June 1st? It’s been almost a decade since Hurricane Wilma hit, so we understand if you’ve forgotten some of the basics. Your Equipaws pet sitters want to help you and your pets prepare for whatever comes at us between […]

June 9, 2020Blog, Gifts for Pets, Home-page, News, Uncategorized cat fur removal, cat fur remover, covered in cat fur, dog fur remover, Equipaws Pet Services, fur removal tips, Magic Pet Hair Remover, pet fur remover, pet sitters tips by Frankie Berti9 Comments

Covered in Pet Fur? Check Out this Remover!

Cat and Dog Fur Removal Tip: Buy Yourself the Magic Pet Hair Remover Are your furry pals furry-ing up the whole house? No matter how much we love our fur babies, excess tufts of dog and cat hair on furniture, clothes, carpets, and area rugs can be a real eyesore – not to mention an allergy nest for sensitive eyes and noses! Our pet sitters serve on the front lines of the fur battle, and […]

June 1, 2020Pet Health, Pet Poisoning bufo toad, Bufo toad poisoning, Bufo Toads Miami, dog poisoned by toad, help dog poisoned by toad, Pet first aid, pet health tips Miami, pet poison tips by Frankie Berti2 Comments

Was Your Dog Poisoned by a Bufo Toad? Tips for Prevention

What is a Bufo Toad and why is it dangerous? Bufo toads are toxic, and even deadly, to our dogs and cats. Bufo toads come out to play when it’s warm and rainy, which is almost year-round in Miami. Also known as Cane toads, we’ve caught these fat amphibians lurking under bushes during dog walks, or creeping toward dog bowls full of water and dog or cat food on our late night pet sits. Just […]

Virtual Yappy Hour - Miami dog friendly online event

May 28, 2020Miami Pet Events adopt a dog, dog friendly events, dog friendly Miami, virtual yappy hour, yappy hour by Frankie Berti

Virtual Yappy Hour: June 10th

You’re invited to our virtual Yappy Hour! We miss our in-person yappy hour tradition in South Miami and Brickell, but our online virtual yappy hours have been pretty phenomenal! It would be so great to see you and your pets at our third online yappy hour on June 10. This is the perfect opportunity for those of you who’ve been sheltering in place in another city to say hi with your sweet pets, and for […]

April 18, 2020Dog Walking, Pet Health dog heat stroke, walking your dog by Frankie Berti

How many walks is too many for dogs?

Many of us are isolating and following guidelines to stay home. With more time to kill, I am seeing so many people and families out walking and running and getting much-needed exercise. A lot of times they are taking their pets with them. While our pets are undoubtedly enjoying this extra attention and activity, please remember that this is a big change for them as well. They are used to sleeping in the cool house […]

Caring for your pet if you have Covid-19

March 24, 2020Pet Health, Uncategorized coronarivus and pets, coronavirus, covid-19, dog boarding Miami, Dog walker by Frankie Berti

How to Care for Your Pets if You Have Coronavirus

What should you do with your pets if you or a family member becomes infected with Coronavirus? The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO), and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) have specific instructions and resources for us. Read below. First: Can Pets Catch or Transmit the Coronavirus? While the first infections of COVID-19 were linked to the live animal market in Wuhan, China, and while the virus spreads among people, […]

March 19, 2020Pet Resources Dog sitting Miami, Dog walking Miami, doggie daycare Miami, pet care services in Miami, self-quarantine Miami, video conferencing, work from home by Frankie Berti

“Bark-Free Hour” with Equipaws Pet Services

How many of you have been in the middle of a Zoom meeting, when all of the sudden your pups decide they just NEED to warn you that someone is outside? Yes, Zoom meetings can definitely be challenging when you’re self-quarantined with dogs. We’re offering to take your dogs out for as long as you need during your most important meetings. We’re happy to take them out for a long stroll in your neighborhood, or […]

March 16, 2020Pet Resources activities while self-quarantining, coronavirus, covid-19, Miami dog walking, self-quarantine by Frankie Berti

How to stay sane when self-quarantining

Many of you will be working from home for the next week or so and that means new co-workers- your pets and maybe your kids. We have a few ideas to help you stay sane while you’re staying safe at home. Routines are sacred. It might be really tempting to sleep in and take it a little easy given the stress of what’s going on and the novelty of working from home for some of […]

March 16, 2020News, Pet Health CDC, cleaning protocols coronavirus, coronavirus, covid-19 by Frankie Berti

How should you clean your home to prevent Coronavirus?

It’s important to keep your home clean and disinfected in order to protect yourselves and your pets. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “community members can practice routine cleaning of frequently touched surfaces (for example: tables, doorknobs, light switches, handles, desks, toilets, faucets, sinks) with household cleaners and EPA-registered disinfectants that are appropriate for the surface, following label instructions, and more. Some of us may become infected with COVID-19. These are the general recommendations […]

March 16, 2020News cancellation policy, coronavirus, covid-19 by Frankie Berti

Coronavirus Update

To our dear pet parents, We know this is a stressful and confusing time as concerns about COVID-19 start to affect daily life around our country, and closer to Miami-Dade. Some locals are canceling travel plans and working remotely, so Equipaws Pet Services is also starting to feel the impact. While we know that many of you are exercising caution, we want to encourage you to try and maintain your pet’s normal routine as much […]

Puppy laying in front of tree at event in Miami

November 29, 2018Blog, Dog Friendly Miami, Home-page, News dog friendly Miami, Dogs, Miami, pack walk Miami, Pet care, Santa Paws by Frankie Berti

Miami Dog-Friendly Events in December

Join us for three Miami dog-friendly events in December! We believe the best month for Miami dog-friendly events is December (and January isn’t bad, either!). The weather is gorgeous, the dogs are happy, and the mosquitoes are gone, so let’s take advantage of it! Dog-friendly pack walk in South Miami Join us and other like-minded dog lovers as we go on our monthly pack walk in South Miami. The whole family is welcome to attend. […]

Two cats hanging out outside on a wooden table

September 11, 2018Hurricane Preparedness Hurricane emergency kit, hurricane evacuation shelter Miami, Hurricane pet preparedness, hurricane preparedness in Miami, Miami hurricane season, pet emergency kit, pet friendly evacuation centers Miami by Frankie Berti

Pet Owners Hurricane Readiness Guide

Hurricane Readiness for Pet Owners With the impending hurricanes we want all pet owners to be prepared even though Miami doesn’t seem to be in the path of Hurricane Florence (keeping fingers and paws crossed- we have until November 30th for hurricane season to be over). We wish for all of our fellow Americans along the east coast to be safe and secure, and we’re also sharing important information in this hurricane readiness guide on […]

April 26, 2018Dog Friendly Coconut Grove, Dog Friendly Miami, Uncategorized Barnacle Historic State Park, Coconut Grove, Equipaws Pet Services, FL, Woofstock, Woofstock 2018, Woofstock Barnacle Historic State Park by Frankie Berti

Bring Your Dogs to the Woofstock at the Barnacle Historic State Park

Woofstock 2018: The Barnacle Goes to the Dogs! You and your dogs are invited to join us at Woofstock at the Barnacle Historic State Park on May 6! This is such a fun event for your pets and for you! They can meet new friends and compete in a dog/owner look-alike contest. If you are looking for a new family member, Paw Patrol Animal Rescue and Sanctuary will be bringing adoptable dogs. You can take the […]

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