Zen Frenz Blog — travel

Most of us agree that flying in general causes high levels of anxiety, but once you throw pets into the mix stress levels can skyrocket. With Thanksgiving next week, we know a lot of people are traveling to be with their families. And as pet owners, we never want to leave our pets behind while we go on vacation or leave for any reason, but it can be difficult to justify putting them through the stress of travel. New environments of any kind can be extremely challenging to navigate. Airports especially are packed full of new people, smells, sights, and...

Here at Zen Frenz, we have noticed the struggles many dog owners face in their day to day lives when they have to leave their pup at home. And these struggles are even more significant when leaving your pup alone for an extended period of time when traveling. Traveling is an exciting experience, but it can also inspire some separation anxiety for both you and your dog. Anytime you leave for an extended amount of time, it’s important that you make arrangements to have your pet cared for. You can make the transition easier for everyone with a little planning....

Ready to get away this summer? Not wanting to check your dog into a daycare? Well we have got you covered with some of our favorite places to take your dog on.   Nothing is more relaxing than taking a nice stroll along the beach or explore incredible trails. So why not take your pup along for the ride?   Bend, Oregon   Especially if they love the outdoors, there are 13 off-leash areas that you can explore with your furry friend. There are many access points to water along the many rivers that Bend is home to.  Additionally, Bend...

Here at Zen Frenz, we love all things Zen. Nature is one of our favorites and is often overlooked in our busy lives. Nature also makes for good high quality photos with natural lighting too that benefits anyones complexion. So next time you’re out and about make sure to take some pics of you and your pets. We’ve come up with a list of a few tips and tricks to get the best photos that signify a zen and natural message. 1. Research and Plan Ahead This is a very common theme in this article, but it’s so important to...

Whether it is to take your furry friend with you to the park or to a veterinarian check-up, getting them to agree to come along can be either an easy conviction or a stressful situation. Regardless, there are many tricks and products that can help ensure the safety of your pup and everyone in the car.   Secure Your Pup in Crash-Tested Seatbelts/Harnesses   The road is a very unpredictable environment where even the safest drivers can find themselves being caught in a dangerous situation. Therefore, it is necessary to prepare ahead of time in case of an accident to...