Zen Frenz Blog

The holidays are fast approaching, and money may be tight, so why not DIY a gift for your favorite dog owner. Their dog won’t be able to tell, and they will probably think it is super thoughtful because it is! These crafts range from dog biscuit jars to Christmas tree ornaments, so you’re sure to find something that will be fun to make and for your friend to receive. Dog Biscuit Jars You can give your friend a jar of treats, but make them dog treats! You can get a nice glass jar etched with their dog’s name and filled...

If you are anything like me or my dog, you cannot handle the cold. Sometimes even California gets too cold for me! But there are some people who love the cold and live in places that have freezing temperatures at times. If you are one of these people, your dog should also be able to handle the lower digits. Here is a list of 9 dogs that can be your cold weather companion! 1. German Shepherd These dogs have a double coat, making them the perfect candidate for cold weather. You will want to prevent them from developing aggressive behavior...

Americans have always loved and had pets in their homes so the White House has also always had pets. Pets humanize their owners, especially when they are the President of the United States. President Trump has been the first president in over 100 years to not have a dog in the White House. But, come January, President-elect Biden will be restoring the tradition with his two German shepherds, Champ and Major. Red or blue, we can all agree dogs are great!  The Biden family got a German shepherd puppy from a breeder once he was elected Vice President in 2008. They...

Just because you’ve chosen the apartment lifestyle (or your life has chosen the apartment lifestyle for you) there is no reason you can’t enjoy having the company of a furry best friend. While getting a husky or german shepherd would be cruel to your dog since you don’t probably don’t have quite enough space for them, a smaller breed would be more than happy to live the city life alongside you! What makes an apartment-friendly dog, apartment friendly? Well first, they are usually smaller in size which is helpful if you're in the equivalent of a tiny New York apartment....

I think before we get into the naming tips, there are congratulations in order. Congrats on getting a new dog (at least I’m assuming you are looking for a name for your new fluffer)! You’ve picked the perfect companion, and now it’s time to pick the perfect name. Top Tips for Naming Your Dog Pick a name that you like the sound of and enjoy saying since you will be saying it pretty frequently, especially in the beginning. Pick a name that is only one or two syllables since this will be easier for your dog to learn and easier...