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Miami-Dade Animal Laws for Dog Lovers

Do You Know the Law? “Scoop the poop! It’s the Law!” People say it all the time, but so many dog owners in Miami simply ignore it. Did you know there is an entire chapter in the Miami-Dade Code of Ordinances dedicated to pets? Caring for a pet is time consuming and requires more than feeding and playing. Dogs must be vaccinated, given heartworm pills, and taken for nice walks, socialized, and fed good food- […]

Miami’s Best Holiday Gift Guide for Pets: Include your dogs and cats in the holiday fun this year! We’ve asked our dog walkers and cat sitters to contribute their ideas of a perfect holiday present for your dogs and cats this holiday. There are many options online, of course, but we’re partial to supporting fellow local, small businesses making it happen in Miami. Miami has plenty of great companies ready to supply the perfect gift […]

11th Annual Vets Fore Pets Golf Tournament Imagine a Miami with no more stray dogs and cats starving on its streets, exposed to being run over by cars and or wasting away from preventable diseases. Imagine no more animals dying at Miami-Dade Animal Services due to lack of homes or owner responsibility, or to overpopulation. Thanks to organizations like the South Florida Veterinary Foundation (SFVF), a non-profit actively promoting responsible pet ownership while offering free […]

5 Miami Must-Do’s with Your Dog!

The top five pet-friendly adventures to partake in with your dog in Miami! Miami is a thriving city with any and every kind of attraction you can imagine; the arts, restaurants, entertainment, outdoor activities, and more. But what about for the dog lovers out there? You can’t always leave your hound at home while you have all the fun! Pet sitter Meghan stepped up to help our canine buddies enjoy the Miami scene along with their […]

Why Does Your Dog Eat Grass?

Why Does Your Dog Eat Grass? “Logan! Logan! Quit eating that! Logan come on!” A few gentle tugs on the sweet pup’s leash, and I cannot get him away from a dirty patch of grass he’s chomping on. After a moment of grazing, I finally pick him up and place him away from the plant, directing his attention elsewhere. Recently he’s been eating any grass he can get his teeth on. What is the infatuation with grass? As a […]

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 […]

Six Important Ways Your Dog Benefits from Regular Walks

Six Important Benefits of Daily Dog Walks How often do you walk your beloved dog (honestly)? Do your dogs bark, whine, chew or dig excessively? Are they restless or do they misbehave around company? Pay attention, they may be trying to communicate with you. Many pet owners underestimate the value of a dog walk. Dog walking can improve your pet’s behavior and help them both mentally and physically. Benefits beyond the obvious can help […]

How Does BarkBox Work? Our Pet Sitter Reviews the Popular Gift.

Bark Box: The Perfect Gift for your Pooch! * Being an animal lover and long-time pet sitter, you see the bond and love created from owner to pet. These days pooches are receiving the full treatment: spa days, play dates, boutique treats and toys….endless amounts of colorful, creative, sensory-overloading toys! I see trunks, boxes and piles of toys in every household. This may seem like a simple question, but where do the toys come from? How do you […]

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 […]

Frozen DIY Dog Treats Perfect for Miami

Frosty DIY Delicacies for Your Doggie Companions! It always feels like summer in MIami and you know what that means, it’s gotten hot, hot, and hotter outside for our furry friends! We have to make sure we can keep them cool and comfortable during these next few months. Walking and playing with your dogs in Miami’s heat will make a pup thirsty. Keep them cool, hydrated, and safe from heat stroke following our tips, and […]

Flying with Your Dog: Tips for a Great Trip!

How to Fly with Your Dog in the United States Pre-Flight Pet Prep Congratulations, you’ve read our first blog post on flying with your dog and have now booked the perfect ticket! Your next step is to prep your pets mentally and emotionally for the flight, especially if it’s their airplane debut. First, take them to the vet at least 7-10 days before your departure date. Ensure that all of your pet’s immunizations and vaccinations […]

Tips: Summer Airplane Travel with Your Dog

Petsetter: Tips for Summer Airplane Travel with Your Furry and Fabulous Companions Air Bud: Air Travel Tips School’s out for some, the work week is shorter for others, and the summer has started… which means it’s time for vacation! While we’re happy to take care of your pets for you, summer is also a great opportunity to take your furry family member with you on your family trip. Travel with a pet is fun and, […]

Dog Foster Needed for One Week in Miami!

Equipaws friends, let’s network Grayson! Local animal lovers at FKS Dog Rescue have been fostering him, but they need someone to care for him for just one week (June 9-16). He’s a big, beautiful, sweet boy. He is dog friendly in the park, and will do well with a female dog in a home; no male dogs, please! He’s amazing with kids! Loves them! His savior, Fabiana, would take him to your home with his […]

While often it seems that the world is against homeless dogs in South Florida, we are often reminded about how sweet, generous, and active the pet loving community is down here. The most recent happy tail concerns Lady, a mastiff, and her ten babies: Daisy, Chloe, Roxie, Holly, Allie, Sophie, Maddie, Lexi, Fergie and Henry the only boy. Liz Schoenbrun, owner of Miami Paw Spa, saved this family this week after relentlessly networking for their […]

To Scoop Poop or not to Scoop, That Is the Question! This parody of a famous Shakespearean line of the play Hamlet makes us think: why did Shakespeare never write about… poop… the way he wrote about roses? “What’s in a name? That which we call a rose By any other name would smell as sweet…” (Romeo and Juliet) Well, obviously, when we think of things aesthetically pleasing, dog poop does not make the list. […]

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Miami-Dade Animal Laws for Dog Lovers

Miami Local Holiday Gift Guide for Dogs and Cats

11th Annual Vets Fore Pets Golf Tournament

5 Miami Must-Do’s with Your Dog!

Why Does Your Dog Eat Grass?

7 Facts about Catnip for Curious Cat Lovers

Six Important Ways Your Dog Benefits from Regular Walks

How Does BarkBox Work? Our Pet Sitter Reviews the Popular Gift.

The Catio: A Must for Cat Safety and Fun!

Frozen DIY Dog Treats Perfect for Miami

Flying with Your Dog: Tips for a Great Trip!

Tips: Summer Airplane Travel with Your Dog

Dog Foster Needed for One Week in Miami!

Donations Needed for Lady the Mastiff!

To Scoop Poop or not to Scoop, That Is the Question!

Seeking amazing pet caregivers.

Professional Pet Sitting & Dog Walking Services In Miami

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Professional Pet Sitting &
Dog Walking Services In Miami