How Walking Your Dog Keeps You and Your Pet Active and Happy

Walking a dog may seem like a simple daily task, but it holds far more power than most people realize. For your dog, walks provide essential movement, enrichment, and emotional balance. For you, the benefits are just as impactful, supporting physical health, lowering...

When Your Dog Refuses to Walk: A Miami Dog Walker’s Guide

Walking your dog should be a joyful daily routine, a chance for exercise, bonding, and exploring the world together. But what happens when your dog suddenly puts the brakes on and refuses to walk? Whether you’re in the middle of your Miami neighborhood or just outside...

Miami Invasive Species & Pet Safety: 2025 Guide

Miami’s Most Troublesome Invasive Species—and How They Affect Our Pets Miami’s subtropical vibe is paradise for people and for invaders that hitchhike in through trade, travel, and the pet trade. From toxic cane toads prowling lawns after summer rains to iguanas...

Summer Dog Enrichment & Exercise | Safe Hot Weather Activities

Exercise vs. Overexertion in Summer Physical activity is important for your dog’s health and happiness, but during a South Florida summer, not all exercise is created equal. Rising temperatures and extreme humidity can quickly turn a simple game of fetch into a...

Dog Heat Safety Tips for Miami Summers | Keep Your Pup Cool

Miami summers are no joke—and if you’re feeling the heat, your dog definitely is too. With high humidity, scorching pavement, and intense UV levels, South Florida’s summer conditions demand serious attention to dog heat safety. At Dances With Dogs, we understand that...