The Shih Tzu (traditional Chinese: 獅子狗; simplified Chinese: 狮子狗; pinyin: Shīzi Gǒu; Wade-Giles: Shih-tzu Kou; literally "Lion Dog"), pronounced [ʂʐ dz] [ "sher-dz" ] (i) (with "sher" as in "sherbet" and "dz" as in "adz"), is a dog breed which originated in China. The name is both singular and plural. The spelling "Shih Tzu", most commonly used for the breed, is according to the Wa
Title: Different Allergies Of Shih TzuAuthor: Rebecca A SimpsonBoth Shih Tzu and Shih Tzu owners share some common qualitiessuch as obesity, which primarily come about due to improper dietand not getting enough exercise. Additionally, both may sufferfrom a few illnesses such as diabetes and cardiac problems,which can be the result of long-term obesity. Besides that bothShih Tzu and Shih T
Title: Parvovirus Is Most Deadly To Very Young Shih Tzu PuppiesAuthor: Connie LimonI am so surprised at how many pet owners and would be pet/ShihTzu owners do not know which vaccinations are mandatory for ShihTzu puppies. In this article I will address only the importanceof "extra" protection against the deadly canine disease of"parvovirus." Canine parvovirus is everywhere in the environm
Title: Shih Tzu Eating Feces: Why?Author: Connie LimonIf your Shih Tzu eats its own feces as well as the feces of itscompanions do not be alarmed and feel as though you have gottena Shih Tzu from a breeder that was not reputable or some othercause. Behavioral research now says the idea that it is adietary deficiency or a pancreatic enzyme deficiency is not eventhe source. Dogs in general
Proper coat texture of your show dog Shih Tzu will be checked during the show dog judge’s examination. Proper coat texture of a show dog Shih Tzu should be lustrous. A lustrous Shih Tzu show dog coat is achieved by good nutrition, and high quality grooming aids. Good coats are also passed down through lines of selectively breeding Shih Tzu with good coats. With the improvement in dog nutrition a
If your puppy gets excited and wets herself, especially when you have company or when you first arrive from being away from her, this is called "submissive urination." This kind of urination is different from breaks in house training. Puppies often outgrow the problem as they do not have good bladder control. The older dog that does this may be lacking self-esteem.Although dogs do not have the int
Title: Learning To Tube Feed Shih Tzu PuppiesAuthor: Connie LimonIt is not difficult to learn the correct tube feedingprocedure. Purchase the tube feeder through your veterinarian,who will be able to equip you with the correct diameter catheterand syringe size for your Shih Tzu. Sterilize both catheter andsyringe between early feedings. The syringe will have graduatedmarkings on the side
Title: Shih Tzu Mammary Gland Care After WhelpingAuthor: Connie LimonIt is necessary to examine your Shih Tzu matron's mammaryglands daily, directly before whelping and throughout nursingand weaning periods. A secretion of moderately thick liquidclear or brown with streaks of white milk is normal. If thisdischarge is bloody or yellowish in color you need to consultwith your vet. The first
Title: Shih Tzu Postpartum CareAuthor: Connie LimonWhelping a litter of Shih Tzu puppies can sometimes bephysically and emotionally exhausting for both you and the ShihTzu matron. Before you take your well deserved rest, be certainthe Shih Tzu matron and Shih Tzu puppies are comfortable, eachShih Tzu puppy has nursed well, the heat lamp is not too close,and the heating pad is not turned u
Title: Shih Tzu Difficult DeliveriesAuthor: Connie LimonMost Shih Tzu puppies present themselves normally at birth.There are times, very few times, of which I have experiencedwith the Shih Tzu that required assistance. Usually the mostdifficult Shih Tzu puppy birth is the first one. Delivery of adry Shih Tzu puppy or overly large Shih Tzu puppy can takelonger than normal and may affect
Title: Does Your Shih Tzu Eat Its Own Stool?Author: Connie LimonOne of the most unpleasant aspects of Shih Tzu breeding orowning a Shih Tzu is the Shih Tzu who takes to eating its stool.The official name for this practice is "coprophagy." It is oneof the unsolved mysteries in the dog world. However, there areseveral theories. Some people say nutritional deficiencies. I can honestly saytha
Article Title: What The Shih Tzu Owner Should Know AboutGrooming Part Ii: Getting To Know Grooming EquipmentAuthor: Connie LimonIf you don't have good equipment there is no way you will havea well groomed Shih Tzu. As with all jobs, proper tools areessential to doing a job well. Clippers One of the most important pieces of equipment is the clipper.For a Shih Tzu owner grooming only one Shih Tzu, one of the bestis Oster with snap-on blades. The blades can be changed easily.Various blades needed are No. 10, No. 7 and No. 4. No. 10 willgive you a complete shave down. No. 7 blade will give you not soclose of a cut as the No. 10. No 4 blade will give you thestylish puppy cut that so many Shih Tzu pet owners like fortheir pet Shih Tzu. Combs You will need a fine-toothed comb and a
Article Title: Shih Tzu Topknots, Eyes And Ear CareAuthor: Connie LimonThe standard coat of a Shih Tzu should be luxuriously long anddense with a good wooly undercoat. The hair on top of the headmay be tied up. When a Shih Tzu is completely brushed andcombed the Shih Tzu should have a sleek look. The beard comes toa point and a long, luxuriant moustache flows over the beard. Method of making a Shih Tzu or Shih Tzu puppy topknot: 1.Part the hair from the ear on both sides of the head. 2.Gather up in one hand the hair in the middle and slip on alatex band at the base. 3.The band may have to be wrapped around twice to make itsecure. 4.A ribbon or barrette is recommended to be attached to latexband. How to make your own Shih Tzu or Shih Tzu puppy bows: 1. Cut one yard of ribbon.
Article Title: Shih Tzu - When You Want A Perfect Indoor DogAuthor: Rebecca A SimpsonThe Shih Tzu is an amazing dog that makes a wonderful pet forintrovert people. This dog revels in the attention it is givenand wants nothing more than to bask in your attention, which itdemands constantly. Trained early, this dog can be a most lovingcompanion in the house and never allow a dull moment in yourlife. These dogs are proud, imperial looking and very stubbornwhen not handled correctly. It is very amusing to watch the ShihTzu's being trained with force they will do absolutelynothing. Training the Shih Tzu is possible only with positivereinforcement and that too after a long and patient time spentin motivating it to behave. If you are looking for a warm andfriendly pet that will adore you for life, there can be no otherchoice than a Shih Tzu. These dogs are a joy to have around asthey require next to nothing in terms of grooming and care,while they are generous with their
She knows my voices: happy voice, playful voice, sympathetic voice, stern voice, and most of all, "bad girl" voice. She reacts to each voice with totally different bodily movements. I have to force myself not to laugh when she's doing her slow, methodical, passive-aggressive walk from the yard to the steps. She even knows my grunts! And I know all of her different sounds. We're companions, sometimes adversaries, but mostly, we're together.She has so many kinds of barks, and I am the only one who knows the difference between them. She's a quirky girl, that's for sure! Because she was trained several years ago to go outside after eating, she barks after eating only one or two Kibble Bits. It's her "habit bark". When she really has to pottie, her bark is relentless as she runs through the house, back and forth like a crazy dog.She has a growl that says, "Time to play with me and I'm ready to play!" She also has a growl that says, "I'm not feeling well, so keep your distance." And
Article Title: What The Shih Tzu Owner Should Know AboutGrooming Part IAuthor: Connie Limon The show dog Shih Tzu owner who does not want to groom his ShihTzu himself should know what must be done and when. Thisknowledge is necessary so he/she can take the Shih Tzu to aprofessional groomer or handler for show grooming at the righttime. All Shih Tzu owners should know several basic groomingtechniques. It is very important to use the right equipment.There are many different types of brushes, combs, clipper bladesand other tools. If you use the wrong brush, brushing technique,comb or clipper blade you can easily break Shih Tzu's hair orgive the Shih Tzu brush burn. Some knowledge of anatomy is useful. You will need to maintainproper control of the Shih Tzu while grooming. Control pointsare used to alert the Shih Tzu to what the groomer wants him todo. Shih Tzu puppies are especially important for the groomer tocontrol properly while grooming. Take care not to frighten th
Article Title: Shih Tzu Groom Shop Work AreaAuthor: Connie LimonWhen you set up your Shih Tzu Groom Shop work area, haveeverything close at hand. Leave plenty of space for your workarea. The Grooming Table Your Shih Tzu Groom Shop grooming table should be in thelightest part of the room. Near a window is an ideal spot foryour grooming table. Use a pegboard on the wall nearest yourShih Tzu grooming table. The pegboard should hold almost allyour grooming tools. Grooming tools that are within easy reachis most efficient. Put up a shelf to store spray cans and anyitems you can't hang from a pegboard. Your Shih Tzu groomingtable should be the center of the décor. A grooming table witha swinging tray underneath for additional storage offrequently-used tools and products is a most desirable feature.Cages Your cages in the Shih Tzu Groom Shop are best on a wall nearyour table. The cages, like your other equipment, should be setup for maximum efficiency. You should start you
Article Title: Shih Tzu Getting Shih Tzu Puppies StartedAuthor: Connie LimonIt the absolute best that Shih Tzu puppies nurse from theirmother right away. Shih Tzu puppies are born incompletely developed their ears andeyes sealed. Shih Tzu puppies can smell at the time of birth.Newborn Shih Tzu puppies are somewhat aware of their siblings.Shih Tzu puppies will vie with each other, seeking heat andlife-giving colostrums and milk from their mother. Early ShihTzu nursing is highly important because colostrums antibodiesare absorbed only the first two days of life. The Shih Tzu damalso receives benefit from the first Shih Tzu puppies' nursing.The Shih Tzu puppy nursing action aids uterine contractions thathelp her deliver the rest of her Shih Tzu puppies. Because of the Shih Tzu dam's abdominal distention, the firstone or two Shih Tzu puppies may not be able to nurse rightaway. A Shih Tzu dam's breasts are often taut during thewhelping process. Shih Tzu puppy nursing
Article Title: Saving Orphaned Shih Tzu PuppiesAuthor: Connie LimonIf you want to save your orphaned Shih Tzu puppies you must betotally dedicated to them on a 24-hour-a-day, 7-day-a-weekbasis for the first few weeks of life. Raising orphaned ShihTzu puppies is the most challenging and taxing task any ShihTzu breeder could undertake. Success is gratifying. Maintain the Shih Tzu puppies in an incubator environment witha temperature of at least 90 degrees Fahrenheit to start out.Reduce the temperature to 85 degrees after three or foursuccessful days and you see the Shih Tzu puppies are stable.Slowly decline the temperature by small increments. After aweek the temperature can be slowly declined to 80 degreesFahrenheit. Maintain this temperature until the Shih Tzupuppies are three to four weeks of age. After four weeks thetemperature may be reduced to 75 degrees. Orphaned Shih Tzu puppies are prime candidates forfailure-to-thrive syndrome. Under normal conditions, the Shih
Article Title: Does Your Shih Tzu Suffer From IncessantScratching?Author: Connie LimonA lot of dogs and the Shih Tzu seen in vet offices are therefor excessive scratching. What causes excessive scratching inthe Shih Tzu and other canine breeds more than in cats, horsesor any other animal species? The three biggest reasons for excessive scratching include: Parasites Allergies Skin infections There are many conditions, however, that causes dogs and theShih Tzu to scratch. Some of these dogs and Shih Tzu have anitchy rash, they lose hair from the scratching, or their hairtangles into knots that has to be removed, or they may justscratch incessantly. The flea is the most common parasite that will make a Shih Tzuscratch and itch incessantly. There are very effective fleatreatments on the market today. If Shih Tzu owners use thesetreatments as directed, they provide an effective way toprotect the Shih Tzu from fleas and itching. Even Shih Tzu whostays indoors most of
Keeping your Shih Tzu's face cleanOne of the biggest problems people who own Shih Tzus have is keepingthose lovely flowing mustaches and beards clean and smelling fresh.Add the challenge of keeping tear stains off of the fur below yourlittle pup's eyes, and you have a time consuming job on your hands. Luckily, there are a few tips and tricks that can help you keep yourShih Tzu's face squeaky clean, at least between meals.The first thing you may want to consider is whether you need to feedyour dog a soft food diet. Soft food and gravy stick to that longmustache hair much more readily than dry food. However, if your pupturns up her little pug nose at the sight of dry food, you can feedsoft food without destroying her mustache. Just be ready with awashcloth or wet wipe as soon as she finishes eating so you can washall the food particles and gravy out of the hair before it drys and sets.If your pup still has some food particles in her beard and mustache,you may need to
If you own a Shih tzu at your Home , this is important information regarding shih tzu health.
General Stats Dog’s normal breathing rate - 15 to 20 per minute. Dog’s normal heartbeat - 100 to 150 beats per minute. Take pulse under chest or under rear leg where it joins the body. Dog’s normal temperature - 101 to 102 degrees.
more signs of distress and the possible problems .
Symptoms
Possible Cause
Dog choking, gagging, drooling or pawing at the mouth.
Possible foreign item stuck in throat or mouth.
Hot ears. Hot to the touch.
Possible fever, but dog could have fever and not have hot ears.
Straining but not having a bowel movement.
Possible constipation or an obstruction of the bowels or diarrhea.
Dog cries, crouches or tenses, trembles, heavy breathing. Intense pain usually abdominal.
Possible poison, bloat, pain from swallowing sharp object.
Convulsions, thrashing about on the floor, glassy-eyed, foaming, rigid.
Possible epil
Article Title: Getting To Know The Shih TzuAuthor: Dan StevensGetting to know your dog starts by getting to know its breed,and that includes getting a better idea about its appearance,personality, and health requirements. Here's what you need toknow about the Shih Tzu: This particular breed of dog originated from Tibet, although ithas now become a highly popular breed in Western countries. Thename "Shih Tzu" is pronounced (sheet zoo) and can be spelled anumber of ways depending on the country. In fact, in China,the name sounds more like the American "sherbet" with "adds" onthe end. Although the Shih Tzu is a tiny dog its nametranslates to "lion dog" of the Forbidden City, which is forthe original resemblance to a lion and not so much size. When first developed, the Shih Tzu had a very specific purposein life - to sit or lie around the Emperor of China's palace,alerting the royal family of approaching people or animals. While the exac
We attended a beautiful christening in Fermoy today and afterwards it was off to Mitchelstown where we joined the other guests in a light lunch of finger food and sandwiches. Loved that apple tart afterwards. Yum!
This is our shih tzu, Oscar, who we took along for the drive. After the ...
