House of Zen

02/12/2023

Happy Holidays Everyone!
Our boarding schedule for December is full. However, I do still have a few openings in December for grooming so if you are unable to get in to your regular groomer or would like to give my one on one holistic Grooming a try, please send me a message and we can get you scheduled .
We do still have a few openings for next years boarding schedule, book early since we only take 1 family at a time for our sleepovers ❤️
Please feel free to reach out with any questions you might have !

23/11/2023

Happy Thanksgiving 🦃

09/11/2023

We ALWAYS advocate for feeding our animals a rotational diet that includes fresh, meats, fruits and vegetables 🥕. If you want to know more or how to incorporate them into their diet please PM us

02/11/2023

Wow this is encouraging!

Could a simple yet essential supplement have a significant effect on seizure frequency in dogs? Apparently so, according to this recent study out of Tokyo. All of the dogs experienced at least a 50% reduction in seizure frequency within only two to three months.

31/10/2023

Happy Halloween 🎃 from all of the fur kids at house of zen!

13/10/2023

What and how much you feed is very important to your pet’s health and longevity

THIS WEEK IN RECOGNITION OF PET OBESITY AWARENESS DAY, WE ARE TALKING ABOUT THE MISTAKES PET PARENTS MAKE WHEN FEEDING THEIR DOGS. TODAY - IGNORE PET FOOD PACKAGE FEEDING GUIDELINES:

Most pet parents follow the suggested feeding guidelines printed on pet food packages, which often isn’t the best approach. These recommendations often use overly broad weight ranges for dogs such as “under 20 pounds” (a 15-pound dog requires significantly more calories than a 5-pound dog), “20-50 pounds”, and “over 50 pounds” (some breeds tip the scales at well over 100 pounds and may need twice the calories a 50-pound dog requires).

Package feeding instructions also use wide serving ranges, such as “feed ½ to 1 ½ cups”. These suggestions obviously don’t consider, for example, a dog’s activity level, and they tend to be short on other important details, such as whether “feed ½ to 1 ½ cups” is a daily or per-meal guideline.

12/10/2023

Oh these are awesome!! I don’t know a shihtzu who doesn’t like a cookie!!

Whip up some Omega Cookies for your pet this week! 😋

Learn about the benefits of omega fatty acids for pets in today’s free pet wellness article on our site: https://bit.ly/3rH3cYj

08/10/2023

Just our cutie oatootie miss Ruby hanging out on a Sunday afternoon 🐾❤️🐶

06/10/2023

This happens to a lot of Shihtzus. Here is an easy solution to help them 🐾❤️

What to Do if Your Dog Is Reverse Sneezing 🐶🤔

Reverse sneezing is natural for dogs and usually nothing to be concerned about. 🐕👍 You don’t have to do anything during a reverse sneezing episode, but if your dog is frightened, calmly speak to them to reassure that they’re OK 💛 and do these tips to help stop the reverse sneezing episode. ⬇️

To learn more about reverse sneezing in dogs, visit our website and read today’s free pet article: https://bit.ly/3ZxZyMR

06/10/2023

The Holidays are around the corner!! We have a few spots left for boarding of your fur babies. Small dogs only, must be socialized around other dogs 🐶
Grooming services are also available for small breeds. Sadly some of my favorite clients (senior pups) have crossed over rainbow 🌈 bridge. This does open some appointments for new clients. Please contact us for more information.

05/10/2023

They’re definitely delicious but vey dangerous ⚠️☠️🐾 for our fur kids!

❌ One of the Few Foods You Should Never Risk Offering Your Pet ❌

The mystery behind grape toxicosis in animals 🍇 has been a curious case for scientists for a long time now, but a recent study by a group of veterinarians may have found the missing toxic puzzle piece. 🧩

The veterinarians made an important connection between tartaric acid, potassium bitartrate (cream of tartar) and the toxicity of grapes in dogs. Tartaric acid is the likely toxic component found in grapes and tamarinds. 🍇⚠️

Find out more about the findings of the study when you read today’s free article on our website: https://bit.ly/3LC4Alx

05/10/2023

This why I create my own natural air fresheners from essential oils. The commercial products are so dangerous for our babies!!

❗Pumpkin Spice Is Pleasant to Smell, but Harmful to Pets❗

Air fresheners (both aerosol sprays and plug-ins), scented candles, wax melts, incense and other products may mask unpleasant odors and make your home smell delicious, but they also disperse airborne toxins ☠️. These include formaldehyde, naphthalene, phthalates and volatile organic compounds, which can cause a multitude of health issues in pets. ⚠️

Learn more about the health risks of air-scenting products to pets, along with pet-safe ways to keep your home smelling fresh and seasonal, in today’s free pet blog post on our website: https://bit.ly/46g0vfu

01/10/2023

🎉❤️🐾ADOPTED! 🐾💕🎉 Chuck has gone to his new family, a wonderful home with other dogs to play with, kids to have fun and snuggle with and a new dog mom and dad who will spoil this amazing guy! Thank you everyone who inquired about him. We are thrilled with this match ❤️

30/09/2023

Nontoxic Ways to Repel Pesky Pests 🛡️🐕🐈

Chemical flea and tick preventives do not only cause environmental disruption, it can also be risky for pets’ health. ⚠️ That being said, no one wants a flea infestation and for disease-transmitting pests to harm their pets. ❌

I believe that using chemical flea and tick preventives depends on your geographic location, season and environment. 🌎 To avoid the potentially harmful effects of these products, especially in low-risk areas, non-toxic flea and tick repellents are always an option. Here are some of them. ⬇️

For more tips to repel fleas and ticks naturally, read today’s free pet article: https://bit.ly/3rmTOZB

28/09/2023

More good gut health!!

The Benefits of Adding Fermented Vegetables (No Onions) to Your Pet’s Meals 🥗✨

Vegetables make up only a small percentage of your pet’s nutritionally optimal, species-specific diet, but they provide crucial roughage, and are important sources of prebiotic fibers, antioxidants, polyphenols and bioactive substances not found in other foods. 👍

One easy way to feed vegetables to your pet is to ferment them first. 👌 Fermented vegetables are a potent source of prebiotic fiber, probiotics as well as potent chelators and detoxifiers. The fermentation process also produces lactic acid, which has cancer-fighting properties. 🙌

📌 If it’s your first time feeding fermented veggies to your pet, offer tiny amounts (like 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon), then increase the amount a little over time, until you’re up to 1 to 3 teaspoons/day for every 20 pounds of their body weight.

Read today’s free pet health article to learn more about what fermented veggies can offer your pet.

Learn more about the benefits of fermented vegetables here: http://bit.ly/3tixJsG

28/09/2023

Good health starts in the gut biome! Feed them food that helps their body heal ❤️‍🩹

7 Prebiotic-Rich Fresh Foods for Pets 🐶🐱

Offering your pet prebiotic-rich foods can help naturally build their microbiome and boost gut health resilience. 🙌 Here are some of the prebiotic-rich foods you can add into their meals or offer as a treat:

1. Jerusalem artichokes (slice/cubed)
2. Spray-free dandelion and arugula greens
3. Jicama
4. Okra
5. Asparagus
6. Apples (sliced)
7. Green bananas

Check out today’s free pet wellness blog post on our website to learn more about the benefits of prebiotics to pets: https://bit.ly/44X1VKg

22/09/2023

It’s not just for pizza!

This Aromatic Herb Can Do Wonders for Pets 🌿⭐

Contrary to other websites’ claims, oregano is not poisonous to pets. 👎 In fact, just a pinch of this herb, dried or fresh, can impart benefits to your pet’s health. 💚

Learn how to add oregano to your dog’s or cat’s meals when you read today’s free pet health article on our website: https://bit.ly/3PGhmCg

16/09/2023

Just try and get some work done mom I double dog dare you lol Noni is such a goofball 😜🤣

09/09/2023

Jade went to school today! My grooming students were able to work on her and bring out her inner adorableness lol

06/09/2023

Yummy and easy to make!

Give your pets an icy summer surprise 😎 with this frozen coconut oil and berry treats recipe! 😍

05/09/2023

Give them some fresh fruits and veggies! Our dogs love to get fresh foods ❤️🍓🥥🍉🫐

Jicama is a crunchy veggie that contains prebiotics and assorted bioactive compounds, making it a tasty, nutritious and gut-friendly treat or food topper. ⭐😋 Try offering a bite to your pet! 🤎

More about the benefits of jicama to pets in today’s free article: https://bit.ly/3E6pwgC

02/09/2023

Happy Saturday ❤️ We are preparing to breed some our girls soon! Hopefully we will have puppies mid fall 🍂 But for now show us your House of Zen Babies!! Share some photos with us in the comments. Don’t forget to tell us their name and age! Can’t wait to see some pics!!