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Ty Brown
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Ty
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Val Heart
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Val
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Animal Communicator and Master |
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who has authored 6 books on Animal Communication
and has been featured in several TV
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Wayne & Jayne Radio Show and Whole Life Radio
with Carmen & John LaMarca. Her uncanny insight
into 'animal thought' comes from having intimately
worked with over 6,200 animals during the past
30 years, which is why we trust her profound
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Dr. Susan Lauten
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Dr.
Lauten has a Masters in Animal Nutrition
and a Ph.D in Biomedical Sciences.
Recently a guest of |
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Marty Becker on "Top Vets Talk Pets"
and interviewed by The Oregon Live,
she has authored several peer-reviewed articles
and veterinary nutrition reference book chapters.
With 5 years of experience teaching Veterinary
Nutrition at a Veterinary Teaching Hospital,
Dr. Lauten brings unequalled veterinary perspective
into how your dog should be cared for both medically
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Sally Rushmore
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Sally
has a current practice which teaches nearly
200 young dog owners to train
their dogs in obedience and |
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each year. Having spent over 40 years training
dogs, Sally has proven experience in helping
dogs to love and obey their owners and bond
deeply with them - while guiding owners to truly
appreciate the wonderful gift of friendship
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One hidden psychological trigger that all Shih Tzus have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Shih Tzu's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Shih Tzu cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology The 2 main reasons why your Shih Tzu barks excessively and how to control his excessive barking. 3 dangerous mistakes that most Shih Tzu owners make when they are trying to control their dogs' barking… and how you can avoid these mistakes How your instinctive reaction to your Shih Tzu's barking may actually be making the problem worse! How to improve your Shih Tzu's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet. Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most -
One hidden psychological trigger that all Shih Tzus have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Shih Tzu's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Shih Tzu cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology The 2 main reasons why your Shih Tzu bites and how to control his biting. 3 dangerous mistakes that most Shih Tzu owners make when they are trying to stop their dogs from biting… and how you can avoid these mistakes How your instinctive reaction to your Shih Tzu's biting may actually be making the problem worse! How to improve your Shih Tzu's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet. Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most -
One hidden psychological trigger that all Shih Tzus have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Shih Tzu's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Shih Tzu cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology The 2 main reasons why your Shih Tzu is being aggressive and how to control his aggression. 3 dangerous mistakes that most Shih Tzu owners make when they are trying to stop their dogs from being aggressive… and how you can avoid these mistakes How your instinctive reaction to your Shih Tzu's aggression may actually be making the problem worse! How to improve your Shih Tzu's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet. Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most -
One hidden psychological trigger that all Shih Tzus have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Shih Tzu's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Shih Tzu cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology The 2 main reasons why your Shih Tzu is suffering from separation anxiety... and how to cure it 3 dangerous mistakes that most Shih Tzu owners make when they are trying to cure their dogs' separation anxiety… and how you can avoid these mistakes How your instinctive reaction to your Shih Tzu's separation anxiety may actually be making the problem worse! How to improve your Shih Tzu's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet. Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most -
One hidden psychological trigger that all Shih Tzus have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Shih Tzu's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Shih Tzu cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology The 2 main reasons why your Shih Tzu isn't housebroken yet… and what you should do in each case. 3 dangerous mistakes that most Shih Tzu owners make when they are trying to potty train their dogs that actually make their dogs more difficult to housetrain... and how you can avoid these mistakes How you can use our unique "Christmas Bells" technique to train your Shih Tzu to tell you when it needs to go out How to improve your Shih Tzu's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet. Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most -
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Shih Tzu: Breed Characteristics, Care & Exercise Needs (Lion Dog)
Group: Group:
AKC Toy, KCGB Utility
Also known as: Little
Lion Dog, Chrysanthemum dog.
Ranking: 12 in KCGB
About Shih Tzu
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Country of Origin, History of the breed
This Breed is the smallest
and oldest, with a Tibetan origin. It is a
cross between the Tibetan mountain dog, the
Lhasa Apso and the Pekingese. Because of its
cuteness, the dog is named after the most
beautiful woman in China, Xi Shi and was favored
by the Chinese nobility. It was during the
two world wars that this breed was introduced
by army men travelling back to the States
after the war. It was in 1969 that the AKC
registered the breed.
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A General Description of
the Dog
The dog has a round, wide, hairy
head which is in proportion with the
rest of the body. It has round,
large, very black expressive eyes and large, heavily
coated pendulous ears. Another characteristic of
the dog is its square, short, well-cushioned muzzle.
These dogs have a broad, wide chest and are not
barrel-chested. Shih Tzus have short, well-muscled
legs with well padded, firm feet and heavily
plumed tails.
If you are planning to adopt a
Shih Tzu, learn how to choose a happy, healthy dog or puppy.
Personality
Temperament of the Dog
These dogs are cute, playful,non-aggressive,
intelligent and courageous. Bred as companion
dogs, they crave their owners' attention. These
dogs are excellent play mates. Most of the time
they love to lie all cuddled up in their owners'
laps. These happy, friendly dogs love kids and make
excellent watch dogs. Moreover, these dogs
do not have a habit of unabated barking. They
are sensitive and can be snappy if teased. Shih
Tzus are obstinate but because of their ability
to learn quickly they can be trained easily with
little patience. They should never be
overfed as they might develop obesity. They often
wheeze and snore.
They can often be found curled
up in a corner and therefore owners should be careful
lest they hurt them accidentally. They might even
suffer from stress related disorders if they do
not get enough attention from their owners for a
considerable period of time.
Better suited to an indoor
or outdoor lifestyle?
They are fairly active indoors
and with proper exercise, are suitable for the apartments,
without a yard.
They are sensitive to the sun
and should never be taken on long walks in scorching
heat.
Are they suited to homes
with kids?
They are playful and enjoy the
company of small children. So households
with small kids may have a Shih Tzu but children
often confuse them with stuffed toys and end up
injuring them. Owners should thus, keep them under
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How
to take care of the Shih Tzu Puppy?
Shih Tzu puppies should
be fed at regular intervals and are never
to be force fed as they eat only when hungry.
Some food and water should be left in front
of their crates at night. Restricting their
movements by baby gates or confining them
to a secure spot with chewable toys is a must,
to prevent accidents. Vaccination should be
administered carefully to boost their immunity.
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Pups are fragile and owners should
not play with them for more than 30 minutes at a
stretch. Small children often confuse them with
toys and might harm them unknowingly and thus,
the pups should be kept under strict watch.
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Training
These are intelligent and can
be easily taught certain skills to turn them into
well-behaved, housetrained dogs. Shih Tzus thrive
on attention and affection and while training them,
owners should always use the method of positive
reinforcement. Consistent encouragement in the form
of praise , should be used to help them adapt to
the training process. They should be potty trained
and house-trained from a very young age.
Extensive socialization can curb
their aggressive tendencies and help them distinguish
between friendly and hostile behavior. They are
sensitive animals and harsh treatment would yield
nothing positive. Acquainting him with words like,
‘no’, ‘don't’, ‘yes’,
‘sit’, ‘go’, ‘wait’,
and ‘heel’, should make him
receptive towards owners.
Activity Level
The dog does not require rigorous
exercise. Taking him on walks once daily should
be perfect. It is fairly active indoors.
They enjoy lazing indoors for long hours and may
even become fat. In such cases, short walks or indoor
exercise can help a great deal.
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Grooming
Shih Tzus need elaborate grooming
because of their luxurious, flowing coats. These
dogs should be bathed at least once every week with
a mild pet shampoo. They should be brushed daily.
Their coat and nails should also be clipped at regular
intervals. Ears should be cleaned with an ear cleaning
solution. Cleaning teeth at least twice a week will
prevent infections from setting in. During bathing,
their anal glands should be cleaned.
Grooming
your dog yourself, at your home and at your convenience
will help you build a strong bond with your Shih
Tzu. You will not only save yourself the hassle
of taking him to a groomer regularly, you save some
money too.
Coat
Shih Tzus are double coated. They have
a long, luxurious, thick, flowing coat and at times
they might even have wavy hair.
All colors are permissible
Health
and Care
Some are vulnerable to ear, eye
and respiratory problems. Spinal disc disease and
other health issues include entropion , portacaval
shunt, renal dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy
(PRA), patellar luxation, and trichiasis.
Cautions about Breeding
the Dog
Appropriate tests should be conducted
before breeding the dog to prevent genetic disorders
from transmitting to the next generation
An Shih Tzu's health is directly related
to it's diet. Find out how
you can help your Shih Tzu to live longer.
Weight: 9-16 lbs
for both males and females
Litter Size: 2-4
puppies
Life Span: Average15
years
Height
Male - 8-11 inches
Female - 8-11 inches
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National Breed Club
British – Shih Tzu Club –
http://www.theshihtzuclub.co.uk/index.php
U. S. – American Shih Tzu Club – http://www.shihtzu.org
Recognition: CKC,
FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, CCR,
APRI, ACR
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