Haute Fido

Sunlight slips across Ocean Drive and into a lobby that feels more like a living room than a hotel. The Betsy Hotel is a soulful landmark in South Beach that has mastered the art of welcoming travelers and their dogs with genuine grace. Pups aren’t an afterthought here. They’re VIPs. The property proudly appoints its own Canine Executive Officers (CEOs), four-legged hosts who set the tone for an experience built on connection, comfort and community. From dog-friendly rooms to thoughtful touches that make arrivals effortless, every detail feels designed to welcome human and furry guests alike with open arms — and a bowl of water to quench that wagging tongue; TheBetsyHotel.com.

Furry Sprint

Set to host a new kind of live racing, the track at Gulfstream Park swaps Thoroughbreds for Corgis for the inaugural Coastal Corgi Classic. The family-friendly event adds a tail-wagging twist to racing, delivering maximum cuteness, big cheers, and very serious competition. The event will showcase registered Corgis competing in a series of short, controlled sprint races conducted under strict safety, operational, and animal-welfare guidelines on the dirt track. There will be 4 qualifying heats. The Top 3 finishers of each heat advance to the Championship race. Medals and trophies will be presented to the Top 3 winners. All entrants will receive swag bags, including dog bowls, tennis balls, doggie treats and more; Mar. 14; GulfstreamPark.com.

Posh Paws

Slip your leash into something social as Miami’s most stylish dog day returns with an elevated, tail-wagging twist. Hosted at InterContinental Miami, the 5th Annual Paws Patio Food Fest turns the breezy Picante Terrace into a playful, pop-up pet marketplace overlooking Biscayne Bay. Vendors, tastings, raffles and meet-and-greets set the scene for an easygoing afternoon built around community. Local nonprofit Rescue Paws FL joins the celebration with raffles supporting its lifesaving work, while fresh giveaways and samplings debut alongside pop-ups from Chewy. It’s equal parts lifestyle hang and feel-good cause, designed for devoted dog lovers who thrive on discovering what’s new while mingling with fellow pet owners and watching their furry friends soak up the spotlight; Apr. 4 from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Free for humans; $25 per pup; ICMiamiHotel.com/Paws-Patio.

Bark Park

Dog lovers, rejoice! The Chewy Bark Park @ The Underline has arrived, complete with cooling turf, designated play areas, hydration stations, and agility elements that encourage safe play and socialization. Built as an everyday destination for residents and visitors alike, the park supports daily routines and creates new opportunities for mingling with local pet parents. As Chewy’s first-ever dog park, the company celebrates its South Florida roots and commitment to supporting the community it calls home. Once complete, The Underline will span 10 miles, transforming underutilized land beneath Miami’s Metrorail into a vibrant public space that connects neighborhoods through active transportation, culture, nature, art and wellness; TheUnderline.org; Chewy.com.