Zen Frenz Blog

You may be used to seeing dogs at airports and know they are there to keep you safe from any threats and contraband passengers could bring on plans such as helping bust anyone traveling with drugs, but you probably aren’t familiar with airport dogs that can figure out if you are carrying the coronavirus around with you. While you won’t face the same repercussions as someone who is typically stopped by dogs, you would most likely be asked to get a virus test, which would need to be negative, before being allowed to travel.  This method is starting to be...

Let’s be honest, it’s getting colder outside and some of us, including myself, don’t like that. Going outside to play with your dog may not sound all that enjoyable now since you’ll have to wear a coat and your hands will be cold as the wind whips into your face and through your hair. So, staying inside and playing with your dog to keep them entertained is a great alternative, but what games are you going to play? I’ve come up with two easy games you can start off with when the weather outside is frightening! Hide-and-Seek You probably played...

While most people have a very reasonable fear of spiders, a good amount of people are afraid of dogs! I mean c’mon eight legs are pretty creepy and not to mention, can be poisonous, but dogs are just furry best friends! However, not everyone has this same view and may have had an unfortunate encounter with a dog that has left them scarred and afraid. And, interestingly enough, some people have a genetic disposition to developing a phobia. So a bad experience with a dog can lead to a greater chance of this person developing this phobia.  Cynophobia, a fear...

Getting another pup to keep your current dog company or to please your partner or kids wishes to have two furry best friends may seem like a great idea, but there are many considerations you need to analyze. Go through these 9 potential issues before committing. 1. Can you spend more money? If your finances are tight or you are saving for something, spending money on caring for a new dog may not be in the books for you at the moment. All your current expenses would essentially be doubled, so don’t bite the bullet if you aren’t ready to. ...

First thing is first, not all breeds are made to be your running companion, and some dogs, just like some humans, will hate running. So if you are looking for a four legged running buddy, you will need to get a suitable breed, try to gauge if their personality is active, and then you will need to train them. Just like you most likely can’t run a marathon without training, neither can your dog. Breeds like huskies and greyhounds were bred to run and will be great long distance running partners. Some other working dogs can also be naturally suited...