Zen Frenz Blog

Hello summer! The sun is shining, the temperature is rising, and the days are filled with outdoor activities. While it’s tempting to include your favorite furry family member in the fun, the hot weather can be dangerous for your pup. Before you head outside, read these tips to keep your dog happy, cool and safe. 1. Have Plenty Of Water Hydration is key! Dogs lose moisture faster than humans so it’s important that fresh water is always available. Use deep bowls to keep the water colder longer and add ice cubes for an extra chill. Or, surprise them with a...

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...

Refreshing and Healthy Summer Dog Treats Summer is here and the temperature is rising! Hot weather means cooling down with tasty treats. While you might want to share with your dog who is staring you down and licking their lips, not many human treats are safe for your pup to eat. But that doesn’t mean your pup has to miss out! Check out these sweet and savory frozen treats that will not only keep your dog hydrated during the dog days of summer, but are a great source of healthy nutrients.  1. Pupsicles + Ice Cream Watermelon, cantaloupe and strawberry,...

During this time where people are getting back to going to their jobs and becoming very busy, it is hard to give your dog undivided attention. However, giving your dog the opportunity to express their energy everyday to you is so important! Coming home from work or a busy day running errands, you can find time to play with your dog at HOME!!!   Play Fetch! Most dogs love to play fetch! It gives them exercise and will get their energy out. When playing fetch, the dogs are getting your undivided attention and so they feel special and loved.  ...

With Fourth of July coming around, dogs will be hearing fireworks after fireworks. Dogs have a stronger ability to hear than humans. The fact that fireworks are loud to us means you can only imagine how much louder it is for dogs. The loud bangs and bright flashes caused by fireworks can put dogs into a very different state of mind and cause them stress. Dogs can view the fireworks as a threat and act out of place. These are some effects that fireworks cause to dogs.   Anxiety Dogs can get very anxious during fireworks and days like Fourth...