Diamond in the Ruff Pet Spa

Diamond in the Ruff Pet Spa šŸ¾Grooming, Daycare, Training, Health and Wellness ConsultingšŸ¾

NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW GROOMING CUSTOMERS

šŸ“±Text for consult inquiries

05/12/2026

A new peer-reviewed study published in the Journal of Animal Science found that nearly half of dog owners feed the exact same dog food every day, same brand, same flavor, little to no rotation. Researchers also found that protein source, especially chickenšŸ“, heavily influences purchasing decisions.

While consistency may help some sensitive dogs short term, long-term dietary monotony can reduce microbiomešŸ¦  diversity and create a less resilient gut ecosystem over time. Different proteins, fibers, and plant compounds feed different beneficial bacteria, so repetitive diets may contribute to dysbiosis, weaker gut resilience, lower postbiotic production, and a greater risk of sensitivities and inflammatory issues.

The takeaway? Convenience and routine may come at the expense of microbiome diversity and long-term gut health.
If you cannot change your food, adding a variety of foods like veggies can also help nourish the microbiome by providing different types of fiber and plant compounds that feed beneficial gut bacteria. Probiotics as well can help support microbial diversity, strengthen the gut barrier, improve digestion, and increase resilience during stress, antibiotics, and dietary changes.

If youā€™re looking for a science-backed probiotic option for your dog, check out šŸ‘‰šŸ¼ proactivepaws.com

Hello from Utah! Iā€™m sure some of you have heard about this lost dog but I wanted to post in to help spread the word. I ...
04/22/2026

Hello from Utah!

Iā€™m sure some of you have heard about this lost dog but I wanted to post in to help spread the word. I hope he is returned to his family.

Will post pictures of our trip today! Not back until this weekend but weā€™re having a great time!

04/02/2026

Hey guys! If anyone has any towels, dog toys, or dog beds they want to get rid of or donate, donā€™t hesitate to bring them here for these nincompoops!

03/28/2026

HELLO DITR FAMILY šŸ¾

šŸšØ We will be closed Thursday April 16 and Friday April 17. As well as Tuesday April 21 and Thursday April 23 šŸšØ

We will be open Wednesday April 23 and Friday April 24 for Daycare and scheduled appointments ONLY. I am going away for vacation and Bobby will be here for those two days to accommodate daycare and some scheduled bath clients.

We will also be closed November 28th to December 5th.

Hope everyone has a great weekend!

03/24/2026

Pet Parents:

I find it necessary to mention this as Iā€™ve seen numerous people get duped. We are in the age of AI. Itā€™s taking over ALL aspects of what we see. One place where it has exploded, is the pet industry. People know we love our dogs and that most people will do anything and buy anything to help their dog.

There are SO many deep fake videos (showing fake vets, fake trainers, fake professionals) talking about and advocating for some random supplement, food, or product. AI is good - most of the time, people canā€™t tell theyā€™re fake, AI generated people in these ads/videos. They are exploiting pet owners and their desire to want to help their dog. These companies use trigger words to draw you in, relate to you, and make you believe their product is going to save your dog.

WE NEED TO BE OUR OWN RESEARCHERS. We are increasingly dependent on our phones and addicted to social media. Everyone knows this. So thatā€™s their main avenue for advertising. The internet used to be where we could find the truth. It has become a place of AI generated ads and nonsense.

PLEASE be careful before purchasing a product online from an ad that pops up. Some of these products actually harm pets. There are many ways to help your pet, regardless of their issue, and these AI generated accounts donā€™t care about your pet or whatā€™s in their BS product - they care about money. Iā€™m not saying theyā€™re all bad, but there are more bad than there ever has been; and we need to be smarter about who we give our money to and who we trust.

Donā€™t believe everything you see online. Pet owners are being preyed upon mercilessly. Do your research, go to the website, do some digging and see what you can find out about the company youā€™re looking at or the ā€œvetā€ youā€™re watching. People are so quick to buy before checking out who theyā€™re giving their money to, that they donā€™t think about the fact that they may be unknowingly be hurting their pets.

Please be careful, be aware, and do your research on what products youā€™re purchasing, ESPECIALLY if itā€™s a sponsored ad on your social media or a random ā€œprofessionalā€ making a video on dog food or additive. Most of it is FAKE. Itā€™s very unsettling and very scary. Many companies are also using REAL vets names and likeness illegally and adding them to their websites. Itā€™s a wild time - but we can do better and be aware.

Be careful out there on social media - it can be a toxic sink hole.

03/18/2026

ā€œThese findings show the systemic influence of Oral daily probiotic and postbiotic supplementation in shaping microbial communities across both sites and support its use to promote overall canine health. Collectively, our results offer robust evidence for the dual benefits of daily oral ODPPS on both skin and gut microbiota.ā€œ

Want to explore a science-backed probioticšŸ¦  option for your dog, comment BETTERBELLY and weā€™ll send a link your way.

03/18/2026

Best probiotic after antibiotics for dogs? New peer-reviewed study shows that antibiotics clearly disrupt a dogā€™s gut microbiome, a condition called dysbiosis or leaky gut, which can lead to diarrhea, vomiting, poor nutrient absorption, food intolerances, inflammation, and potential immune or behavior changes.

However, when the probiotic yeast Saccharomyces boulardii (along with beneficial bacteria) was given during and after antibiotics, it:

Ā· Helped total bacteria recover faster
Ā· Helped microbial diversity return to normal sooner
Ā· Made the microbiome more stable after antibiotics

The yeast (S. boulardii) also improved the gutā€™s fermentation environment.

Antibiotics fight harmful bacteria but also wipe out some of the ā€œgoodā€ bacteria in the gut. Since S. boulardii is not bacteria, it is not affected by antibiotics. This means it can survive and continue supporting healthy gut bacteria even when taken alongside antibiotics.

That is why included Saccharomyces boulardii in PRIMITIVE PROBIOTICSā„¢, a science-driven approach to rebuilding and maintaining your dogā€™s microbiome using strains inspired by wild canids, healthy domestic dogs, and living soil.

If you want to explore a science backed probiotic option for your dog, comment BETTERBELLY and weā€™ll DM you the link.

03/18/2026

"Bladder cancer is a challenging disease in both humans and dogs, and current treatments such as surgery and chemotherapy often yield limited success. Because dogs naturally develop this cancer and share many clinical and biological features with humans, they are valuable models for investigating new therapies. In this study, we tested curcuminā€”a natural compound derived from turmericā€”alongside a chemotherapeutic agent on bladder cancer cell lines from both species. Our results demonstrated that curcumin decreased cancer cell viability, reduced migration, and increased apoptosis. The chemotherapeutic drug showed pronounced cytotoxic effects in canine cells. These findings support the potential use of curcumin as an adjuvant to conventional therapies, possibly improving outcomes in dogs with bladder cancer. Further research is needed to better understand curcuminā€™s mechanisms and safety profile in vivo. This study lays the groundwork for the future development of novel and less toxic therapeutic strategies that could benefit both veterinary and human medicine."

03/18/2026

"Our research indicated that dogs fed a non-processed meat-based diet during the weaning period, puppyhood, and adolescence, which corresponds to the age range of 1 month to 1 or 1.5 years, were associated with a significantly lower risk of developing DC later in life. Conversely, dogs consumed an ultra-processed carbohydrate-based diet during the same periods was associated with a significantly higher risk (p = 0.01, p = 0.001, and p = 0.02 for weaning, puppyhood, and adolescence, respectively). Additionally, residing with other dogs was significantly associated with a decreased likelihood of DC development later in life (p = 0.015). Moreover, from the non-modifiable factors model, a maternal history of DC and small size of the dog were strongly associated with an increased risk of DC development later in life."

03/18/2026

In conclusion, this study shows that the risk of cranial cruciate ligament disease in dogs is linked to how long they are exposed to natural s*x hormones, and the relationship isnā€™t simple or linear. The highest risk was seen when females were spayed before about 1054 days (just under 3 years) and males before about 805 days (a little over 2 years). These results may help define what counts as ā€œearlyā€ spay or neuter when it comes to cranial cruciate ligament disease risk.

Veterinary reproduction specialists now recommend hormone-preserving sterilization: preventing unwanted litters & less risk of torn cruciates.

Address

345 North Avenue
Garwood, NJ
07027

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Diamond in the Ruff Pet Spa posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Diamond in the Ruff Pet Spa:

Shortcuts

Share

Category