Zen Frenz Blog

All of us love to turn to our favorite cool snacks, popsicles and ice cream, to help us deal with being outdoors during the hottest months of the year. One of the biggest issues many pet owners face during the summer is keeping their furry friend cool in the heat. Here are some cool new ideas to try this year:       Fruit and Yogurt Freezes Ingredients: 1 cup of Fruit (berries, apple, melon, pineapple, banana, no grapes) 1 cup Greek or plain yogurt Method: Clean and prep fruit – dice fruit to small pieces that will fit into...

In modern-day America, the Fourth of July is a wonderful time to enjoy a long weekend chock-full of burgers and hot dogs on the grill, sunshine, music, fireworks, bonfires, friends, and family. Of course, these are all fantastic and also grant us much needed rest and relaxation from the mental stresses of daily, routine life. However, all this excitement often leaves pets neglected who suffer the most from this holiday. The noise and unpredictability of fireworks leads many dogs to perceive them as a threat. Your dog may bark at the noises or try to run away and hide. They...

Fourth of July is coming around and this is an anxious time for your pets. Below is a schedule you can follow to help your pet get through the day!   Wake up and feed them good! Every morning dogs love to feel the love from their owners! Especially on a day like the 4th, they need more comfort than usual. Show them this love and comfort by waking up, being with them, and give them a yummy, filling breakfast! Lots of dogs get so nervous and night during the fireworks that they might not want to eat later in...

Taking your furry friend to the groomers can not only become an expensive task but may also be an uncomfortable experience for your dog. Most dogs hate taking baths, trimming their nails, or brushing their fur, so when placed in an environment with complete strangers this can become much more daunting. Despite the in-depth training almost all professional groomers have, this can still cause a lot of stress on your dog.   While daily hygiene isn’t typically necessary for most dogs, routine grooming habits can prevent unwanted smells, infections, and diseases. There are many simple tricks and tips that can...

Have a Pool Party Baby pools—not just for tiny little humans. To blow your dog’s mind (and make him love you even more than he already does) just fill a plastic kiddie pool with cold water and let him go wild. There’s nothing better on a scorching hot day than a nice, refreshing dip. Just make sure that the pool that you choose isn’t made of vinyl or any other material that could be punctured by enthusiastic paws or teeth. Five Second Rule According to some canine experts, dog owners should observe this simple rule when determining whether or not...