Zen Frenz Blog — pet talk

Are you thinking about getting a dog but don’t know which kind? There are so many different breeds to choose from and it is hard to know if you made the perfect choice. Knowing the characteristics of dogs and what you might get yourself into is so important before getting a doggy of your own!  Here are the most popular breeds of dogs: Labrador Retrievers Labrador retrievers are great dogs that live up to 12-12.5 years! They are outgoing and very friendly. They are big dogs however and can get up to 55-80 pounds! If you love big dogs, this...

While most people are familiar with the common cats found running around suburban homes and occasionally the neighborhood, there are so many cool kinds of cats you may not know. Cats are actually more diverse than you may think, cats can be hairless, big, small, long tails, shorts tails, and have tons of amazing ancestry stories.  Japanese Bobtail  In Japan these cats are called Mi-Ke which means Three Fur or Colors. These Japanese Bobtails are primarily white with black and orange patches.  Curiously these strange cats have a little stub for a tail, which makes them look like maybe they'd...

Nine Foods That Your Dogs Can’t Eat You are probably familiar with some foods that your dog can and can not eat, but you may be extremely surprised by some items that are toxic/not toxic for dogs. In the previous blog we went over a long but not comprehensive list of foods that are safe for your pups to eat. Now we will do the opposite and make a list of foods that are not safe for dogs to consume. Make sure to keep reading because a lot of these might surprise you!  1. Grapes and Raisins Grapes and raisins...

While you are probably familiar with some foods that your dog can and can not eat, you may be extremely surprised by some items that are toxic/not toxic for dogs. Of course we all know that dogs can not eat chocolate and can eat peanut butter, but did you know they can eat sweet potatoes but not tomatoes?  1. Carrots: Can Eat Both raw and cooked carrots are safe for your dog to eat. Carrots have a lot of health benefits including many vitamins, fiber and low calories. Before giving carrots to your dog, make sure to cut them into...

The Key Pet Industry Statistics in Review It’s estimated the US pet industry reached $99 billion in 2020. 61percent of US pet owners will pay more for foods to target pets’ dietary needs. Dog owners spend $73 a year on grooming. 21 percent of pet owners spent more money on pets during the Covid-19 pandemic. 31 percent of pet industry customers are Millennials. Cat and dog owners spend about $300 a year on pet food and treats. 12 percent of adults with kids under 18 adopted pets due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Over 50 percent of cat and dog owners...