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August 18, 2022Cat Sitting cat behavior, cat scratching, Cat sitting, cat sitting Miami, cat training, cats Miami, punish cat by Frankie Berti

Don’t punish your cat!

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 […]

August 16, 2022Cat Sitting caring for a cat, Cat sitting, cat sitting Miami, cats care by Frankie Berti

Cat Sitting Do’s!

Cat Sitting Do’s: We have a LOT of experience cat sitting in Miami and after lots of exposure to our feline friends, we’ve come up with some important do’s for every cat sitter, cat parent, or cat lover to follow. Cats are often misunderstood not just in the sense that people think they are cold and unaffectionate, but also in the way that many people also think that they can be left alone for long […]

August 15, 2022Cat Sitting cat ownership, cat sitters, Cat sitting, cat sitting Miami by Frankie Berti

10 Cat Sitting and Parenting Don’ts

10 Cat sitting don’ts! We have a LOT of experience cat sitting in Miami and after lots of exposure to our feline friends, we’ve come up with some important don’ts for every cat lover to follow. Cats are often misunderstood not just in the sense that people think they are all cold and unaffectionate… Many people also think that they can be left alone for long periods of time because they are self-sufficient, that they’re […]

Cat left home alone on while parents on vacation

January 15, 2021Cat Sitting, Cats Cat sitting by Frankie Berti

Should You Leave Your Cat Home Alone for a Week When You’re on Vacation? Spoiler Alert: No.

Seven reasons you should not leave cat home alone on vacation If you could ask your cat, what do you think they would say? We think they would say different things than you think. Do you think you have an independent cat? We think you have a cool cat. Being in veterinary medicine and Pet Home Health Care for over 2 decades, Lory Nelson Brunner, our Director of Home Health Care, has learned a lot […]

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 […]

At Equipaws, a lot of our pack is comprised of pups (and a few bipeds), but we also have kitties in the family! As such, this blog is for our feline pals and their parents, who know that bringing a cat into their home is a significant commitment. We want to help you provide a happy and healthy environment for your cat, not only for the cat’s sake, but for yours as well. A happy […]

Pet Sitting Services: What to Expect from Equipaws!

Looking for the right pet sitting services in Miami? The process can difficult with so much at stake (your pets are your family, after all), which is why we want you to know exactly how Equipaws Pet Services works. If we had to sum up our approach in one sentence, it would be that we believe the magic is in the details. It’s the little things that make life special, and that also keep your pets fit, […]

February 20, 2018Cat Sitting cat behavior, cat litter, cat pee, cats pee outside litter box, why is my cat peeing outside his litter box by Frankie Berti

Why cats pee outside the litter box

Why Cats Pee Outside the Litter Box Cats. People have been trying to figure them out for years. Sometimes they are cuddly and loving, other times they seem cold and grumpy… one minute they are rubbing up against your leg, begging for head scratches, and the next they are pushing books off shelves. The biggest mystery among most cat owners is why a cat can be content using the litter box one day but then […]

Cat Health Month: Help Your Cat Live 9 Lives!

Cat Health Month: Help your cat live 9 lives February is Cat Health Month, which is a purrrfect reminder to check on your feline friend! Cats are known to be independent, often giving a standoffish impression when humans are around or playing hard to get for affection. Every now and then they ask for a little love and a bit of food, so caring for them seems fairly simple. More care than you think goes […]

Miami Pet Spotlight: Simba, a Domestic Shorthair

Miami Pet Spotlight: Simba, a Domestic Shorthair Owner: Marylynne Winning over Shy Cats Working for a Miami pet sitting and dog walking company, you experience your fair share of animal personalities and entertainment. Cat sitting is becoming more and more popular and recently I was lucky enough to meet a rescue cat named Simba, a domestic shorthair with a gorgeous gray tabby pattern who has curious eyes, a hesitant demeanor, and an enormous need for […]

7 Facts about Catnip for Curious Cat Lovers

Catnip 101 for Curious Cat Lovers Our cat sitters have all seen our cat clients go crazy for catnip, but what are we giving our furry friends? What is catnip and how does it affect Spot, Hemingway, or whomever your special kitty may be? What do you really know about this so-called “cat drug”? Here is Catnip 101 for any curious cat lovers! 1. What is catnip? Catnip is a perennial herb called Labiatae, which […]

Top 6 Reasons to Hire a Cat Sitter

Six Reasons to Hire a Cat Sitter in Miami It’s inevitable: all cat owners will be taken away from their home at some point due to holiday travel or work. Unfortunately, that means leaving a member of the family behind. You may have to hire a cat sitter or research care for your precious kitty, yet too many cat owners think cats can fend for themselves for a few days. What more do they need besides […]

The Catio: A Must for Cat Safety and Fun!

Our pet sitter Ashley recently moved down to Miami from central Florida, and of course she brought Oscar, her beloved cat, with her. Oscar was used to a patio and more of a country-style life; Ashley and her kitty moved into a condo downtown. Being the great pet parent that she is, Ashley found the Catio, just the right toy to help keep Oscar safe on their balcony and happy in his transition into their […]

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Don’t punish your cat!

Cat Sitting Do’s!

10 Cat Sitting and Parenting Don’ts

Should You Leave Your Cat Home Alone for a Week When You’re on Vacation? Spoiler Alert: No.

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Your Cat

How to Keep Your Indoor Cat Healthy & Entertained

Pet Sitting Services: What to Expect from Equipaws!

Why cats pee outside the litter box

Cat Health Month: Help Your Cat Live 9 Lives!

Miami Pet Spotlight: Simba, a Domestic Shorthair

7 Facts about Catnip for Curious Cat Lovers

Top 6 Reasons to Hire a Cat Sitter

The Catio: A Must for Cat Safety and Fun!

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