What we’re about
Miami is becoming more dog-friendly by the day and we wanted a way to keep track of all the great opportunities there are to meet up with fellow animal lovers in celebration of our wonderful pets.
This group is for those who want to know where the four paws action is at!
Upcoming events
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Save the date: Dia de Muertos Ceremony at The Barnacle
The Barnacle Historic State Park, 3485 Main Hwy, Miami, FL, USYou've invited: El Día de Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is an important holiday in Mexico for remembering deceased loved ones. Mexican families welcome the souls of their deceased loved ones back for a loving reunion, and our beloved pets arrive to visit us first on October 27th. They stay with us through November 2nd, the big day when they celebrate with skull parades, ofrendas, altares, and lots of food and music. By November 3rd, the altars are removed.
We'd love for you to join us Saturday, November 2nd, as Gueyita Mexicana and Equipaws Pet Services host a final special night to honor and love the pets we've lost in this beautiful tradition. You're encouraged to be a part of the altar by adding your pet's name to it.
Bring your pups and meet us in front of The Historic Barnacle State Park in Coconut Grove; we'll be there from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Let's share our memories through this community altar over light bites and drinks.
We're grateful to Adriana of Gueyita Mexicana for sharing her culture’s traditions! She'll be bringing pan de muerto for us to share, and we'll be bringing Mexican-style hot chocolate. More details to come!
We look forward to seeing you!7 attendees
Save the Date: Holiday Barkzaar on November 16th!
The Barnacle Historic State Park, 3485 Main Hwy, Miami, FL, USHi everyone! This is an event sponsored by Equipaws Pet Services and our friends from Happy with Dogs will be there, too! We hope you join us on Sunday, November 16th, for the Holiday Barkzaar, a dog- and family-friendly holiday market with live music! Get your holiday shopping for your furry and human loved ones done early at the beautiful Barnacle Historic State Park from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Link for Santa Paws photo pre-purchase here! It's on sale for $20 and will be $25 on the day of!
Secure your spot in the ugly Christmas sweater workshop with Gueyita Mexciana!
Barkzaar Schedule of Events:
- 11:00 a.m. Park opens. Dog lure course, off-leash area, music, pet vendors, holiday ornament decorating station, food, and drinks available until 4:00 p.m.
- 11:30 Ugly Christmas sweater making workshop with Gueyita Mexicana
- 12:30 contests
- 1:30 p.m. Santa Paws arrives
- 3:30 p.m. Santa Paws leaves
- 4:00 p.m. Park closes
You and your pups will enjoy:
- Happy with Dog’s Dog Lure Course
- Off-Leash Dog Fun Zone by the Dog from Ipanema
- Delicious food from local vendors and refreshments
- Holiday photos with Santa Paws by Lorena Cora Pet Photography
- Local pet businesses offering fresh food, treats, collars, bows, clothes, and more!
- Best Holiday costume contest, pet/human lookalike, and best tricks contest!
- Adoptable pets from Paw Patrol Animal Rescue, the Dalmatian Rescue of South Florida
- Live holiday music by Marco Barrios of My Music Match
- The beauty of the Barnacle!
Entrance: $7.00, kids under 6 enter for free. This event is a fundraiser for Paw Patrol Animal Rescue and the park! Bring your blankets, appetites, and pups to enjoy the music, bay breezes, and ambiance for a good cause!
Dog policy: All well-behaved dogs are welcome! They must be on-leash except for designated off-leash areas. The Barnacle Historic State Park will require you to sign a waiver at the front door. All dogs must have proof of rabies and be up-to-date on shots. No puppies under 4 months are allowed for their safety.
When: Sunday, November 16th, from 11 AM -4 PM.⠀
Where: The Barnacle Historic State Park⠀3485 Main Hwy, Miami, FL 33133⠀
Parking is on-street in the surrounding areas.18 attendees
Past events
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