Wide variety in nutritional content found in 'senior' dog foods

ScienceDaily (2011-03-19) -- The nutritional content of dog foods marketed for old dogs varies as widely as owner's perceptions about them, according to a new study.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/03/110316104113.htm#

Zoom Zoom Groom March Newsletter

      

Zoom Zoom Groom's March Newsletter

Happy Saint Patrick's Day!

Spring has to be close, but boy it sure is being stubborn.  The Groundhog must have been confused when he said we would have an early, mild spring!  We shall not complain, however, because we are Proud Saskatchewan's and we are strong! The luck of the Irish will come our way soon with mild temperatures and tons of sun!!!  We know many of you are waiting for the weather to improve to take off the long, tangled, coat of your dog.  The rush is beginning so we advise to book soon.  We continue to encourage all clients to become recurring members with groomings at regular intervals.  Even through the winter your dog needs to be groomed.  The matting that may have occurred over these snowy winter months can be tough on a dog.  The mats pull and become moist, causing all kinds of problems.  Talk to us about booking your dog on a schedule of 6-8 or 12 weeks.  There are few breeds that do not require a grooming at least every 12 weeks.  A well groomed dog is a healthy dog.  

Zoom Zoom Groom wishes to welcome Danielle Gauthier Kratz to our grooming team.  Danielle brings kindness, patience, skill and dog wisdom to ZZG and we are so excited to have her!

Zoom Zoom Groom is a Finalist in the Regina Chamber of Commerce Paragon Awards in the category of New Business Venture!  The award ceremony is on April 7th where the winner will be announced.  We are not sure who nominated us, but we do want to say thank you and to express our sincere appreciation to all our clients for making this recognition even possible!

Randy and I would personally like to thank our amazing staff.... without them our expansion would not have been possible.  They are truly the most talented, inspiring individuals and we are so blessed they are a part of the ZZG team.  We love them like family and they are nothing short of wonderful!

Please note the "IN" Salon and store front will not be opened Thursday, April 7th after 5:00pm due to the staff attending this function. 

www.vippetcare.ca

Zoom Zoom Groom is presently working on their Satelite Grooming Space at VIP Pet Care.  The combination of play times with grooming is working great.  If you are a client of Zoom Zoom Groom's and you are interested in socializing your dog, or if you are a client of VIP's and would like your pooch to be pampered, simply give us a call.  We can groom your dog at either locations and shuttle them back and forth.  For more info on VIP PET CARE, simply click on their banner (above) for a trip to their website.

What Foods Can I Share With My Dog..... What Foods Should I Avoid?

 

www.moderndogmagazine.com

Have you heard the saying that giving your dog "people food" is a bad thing?  Research has shown that not only is this incorrect, many people are presently making their own dog food with great success.  Here is a condensed list of foods to avoid with your dog as listed in the Modern Dog Magazine's Spring 2011 edition.

Foods to Avoid

1. Caffeine -a lethal dose can be 150mg/kg of weight.  
2. Grapes- the verdict is still out so it's best ot avoid grapes
3. xylitol- a common non-sugar sweetener can cause a drop in blood sugar, and thus liver failure
4. Raw yeast dough- the fact that it can rise in your dog's stomach can create bloating
5. Raw salmon- raw salmon can contain a micro-organism that causes "salmon poisoning".
6. High fat foods such as bacon, sausage, gravy, poultry skins.....

10 Human Foods To Share

1. Herring- great source of essential fatty acids
2. Pasta- if your dog doesn't have a wheat allergy this can be a great treat.
3. Peppermint- Peppermint can be included in dog cookies. This can help in treating stomach issues.
4. Chicken broth- dogs love broth!  
5. Cinnamon- studies show cinnamon can have anti-cancer, anti bacterial properties
6. Spaghetti Squash- great for eyesight with beta carotene!
7. Pomegranate- awesome vitamin C, and antioxidants!
8. Cheese- great source of calcium and protein
9. Tuna- yummy!
10. Barley grass- awesome antioxidants

The bottom line is that moderation is always the key.  Sharing some healthy human food with your dog can be a great way to add variety and supplement his/her diet.  For more info on this article please go to

http://www.moderndogmagazine.com/articles/do-s-and-dont-s-sharing-food-your-dog/17293

 Zoom Zoom Groom's Pooch of the Month

Boomer Reitmeier is our March Pooch of the Month!

Boomer has been a long time client of Zoom Zoom Groom who has enjoyed both the mobile and "IN" Salon services.  Boomer would wait for me by the window when I was grooming him mobile.  I loved pulling up to see him looking out the window!  Boomer has the sweetest temperament and we love him!  Boomer come get your gift basket at your next spa date!

St. Patrick's Day Video of the Month

"America's Funniest Home Videos" Animal Clips