Does Your Dog Go Everywhere with You?

Does Your Dog Go Everywhere with You?

Many dog owners treat their dogs just like their children. We see dogs in places that they are not typically allowed all the time. You may see a little Chihuahua in a restaurant, you may see a Pomeranian in a Walmart shopping cart, or you may see a West Highland white terrier at a movie theater. Whatever the case, most of these dogs that you see are very well taken care of and very well groomed. These are not your run-of-the-mill dogs that enjoy comfortable lives of playing outside and digging in the dirt like country dogs. These dogs are well maintained and are typically the apples of their owner’s eyes. These dogs could be considered pampered and spoiled but nonetheless very well looked after and taking care of. They have very specific haircuts, their nails are trimmed, they are very clean, and they smell good.

Large Dogs Can Look Well-Maintained Too

We stereotype these dogs as prissy, pampered, spoiled, and somewhat over the top. This is not always the case. Many dog owners own large breeds who take the exact same time, effort, and care in their golden retrievers, labs, and pit bulls that small dog owners put into theirs. The difference is we do not see there larger dog breeds in public area because they are much harder to conceal in public places. A pitbull is not a pocket or purse dog like a Pomeranian. This does not mean that their owners do not make sure that they are healthy, happy, and well groomed. It just means they can’t always show them off in public. Large dog breeds do tend to be a little less on the prissy side because they are so much more full of energy and require a lot more playtime and outside time to exert their energy which also means they get dirtier quicker. It’s not as easy to put a great Pyrenees in the bathtub as it is a Maltese.

Dog Grooming in Abilene

If you are looking for a wonderful groomer, who not only works with small dogs but large dogs as well then come check us out at Diamonds in the Ruff. Our trained professional grooming team will have your dog looking like a million bucks in no time. We offer a variety of services to make sure your dog feels and looks good. Call us at 325-695-2931 to schedule an appointment for your dog to be groomed or if you are in need of pet boarding in Abilene. We have spacious kennels, cattery, and outdoor play area for your furbaby to enjoy some well-deserved playtime.

Weekend Trips and Pets

Weekend Trips and Pets

Owning a pet is definitely an enriching experience in life. Pets add companionship, love, and enjoyment for years; in fact, the pet becomes part of your family. The joys of pet ownership are definitely unmeasurable. On the other hand weekend trips are also enriching life experiences. There is something very nice about getting away for the weekend and detaching yourself from the stresses of everyday life. Weekend trips serve as an excellent refresher, a way to spend quality family time and to break up the monotony of the work week. These two life-enriching experiences, however, do clash with each other. Many times it is not practical for you to take your pet with you when you travel out of town. So it can be challenging to have a pet and also have fun traveling.

What Is One to Do?

How do you rectify this problem? How can a family have a pet that is a huge part of their life while still traveling and taking weekend trips to get away from it all? Well, you can build your travel plans around pet-friendly trips. You can try to find pet-friendly hotels or bed and breakfasts, you can camp where you’re allowed to take your pet or other pet-friendly options. Depending on where you’re going, however, that may not always be a viable option. The reality is that there are going to be times that you are traveling somewhere that your pet can’t go. So the real question is, "What can you do whenever that happens?" The answer is to board your pet for the weekend. By boarding your pet for the weekend, you’re going to ensure that your pet is going to be taken care of while you’re out of town.

Pet Boarding in Abilene

Of course, since the pet is a member of your family, you do not want to just leave your pet anywhere. You want to make sure to leave your pet in a safe environment where you know they will be looked after, loved, and taken care of just like you would take care of them. Diamonds in the Ruff offers a pet boarding service that provides all of these things. If you are looking to take a weekend trip and need the board your dog or cat, then look no further than Diamonds in the Ruff. They have plenty of room for your dog to play and a cattery with spacious condos. Visit them at www.diamondsintheruffpetboarding.com for more information about pet boarding in Abilene.

How Hard Is Bath Time with Your Dog?

How Hard Is Bath Time with Your Dog?

Whenever it’s time to give your dog a bath, is your dog super excited and happy, running right to the bathtub? If this is the case then good for you, we’re all envious. Or is your case like most of us, and that bath time is an absolute struggle. And by struggle I mean you having to drag your dog down the hallway lift your dog into the bathtub while it is trying to run away. All the while the dog is doing everything in its power to fight you to get away from the water. If this sounds like your situation, you are definitely not alone.

The Importance of Bath Time

This struggle to get your dog to the bath may seem like it’s hardly worth it. Especially if you are dealing with an 80-pound beast. But it is vital that your dog is properly groomed, maintained, and cleaned. If dogs are not given regular baths, they become filthy just like people. This means that they are prone to infections, to getting sick, or worst of all, smell bad. So preceding bathtime merely is not an option no matter if you’re dealing with Beethoven. Despite that, you positively hate bathtime, and you swear that you would never do it again. There is, however, a much better option that is going to save you a ton of pain and headaches. That option is taking your pet to a professional groomer.

Dog Grooming Service in Abilene

Just imagine it, you take your dogs to a dog grooming service, such as Diamonds in the Ruff, you drop the dog off and drive away. You come back a few hours later and pick up your nice clean and well-groomed dog. And that’s it, you’re done. How does that sound comparatively speaking to the horrors that are described in the first paragraph? I’m betting that sounds pretty good. And what’s better is by taking your dog to a professional groomer, the groomer is going to do things that you are not able to do such as trim the nails efficiently, do a flea dip to ensure that no bugs are crawling around, and to release the annual glands which are also very important. So if you're ready to leave this dirty job up to the professionals, then please bring us your filthy fur-baby to Diamonds in the Ruff. We are here to make your dog look and feel their best by offering a pleasant grooming experience. Come see us or visit us at www.diamondsintheruffpetboarding.com.

Does Your Dog Have a Birthday Coming Up?

Does Your Dog Have a Birthday Coming Up?

Many of us pet parents like to celebrate our dog’s birthday. It’s an important day, especially if your dog is important to you and your family and many of us consider our dogs as part of the family. We give our children birthday parties and celebrate their birthdays, so why not do the same thing for our dog? It’s nice to have a day set aside for your dog to receive gifts, puppy cake, and extra attention. Sometimes we forget how important our dogs are to us and that their birthday should be celebrated just like ours is. The best way to celebrate your dog’s birthday is a pampered spa treatment. Your dog deserves to have a relaxation day where they are pampered, groomed and massaged. Although our dogs cannot tell us how much they enjoy a spa treatment, it is important to know that a doggy spa day can be very relaxing for your dog and help to relieve tension and anxiety that they may have. It is also good for their health to have their ears cleaned, anal glands pressed, and nails trimmed. These are all essentials in keeping your dog happy and healthy.

Treat Your Dog on this Occasion

With our busy lives and schedules, we sometimes forget that our dogs need to be pampered to know that they are loved and cared for. They can’t tell us when they are depressed or having a bad day but giving them extra love and affection can help to ease any type of affliction they may have. Once you drop your dog off at a doggy spa and then go pick them back up you will see a definite change in their attitude and behavior because they are going to be happier and feel better after a spot treatment. Just because we feed and water our dog doesn’t mean we’re not neglecting them. They need mental and emotional stimulation to know that you care about them.

Dog Grooming in Abilene

If you are looking for a great grooming service that will not only groom your dog but pamper them and provide a spa-like treatment, then come and see us at Diamonds in the Ruff. We are positive your dog will leave much happier than when he first comes in, and you will be able to detect a noticeable difference in his attitude after just one visit with us. Call us at 325-695-2931 to schedule an appointment or a time to visit our facility. We offer pet boarding for cats and dogs in Abilene, with plenty of room, play time, and love. Check us out at www.diamondsintheruffpetboarding.com.