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Set a schedule to take your shih-poo outside to go to the bathroom. Bring them along to the pet store and the dog park be sure to use the small dog section.
Most experienced Shih Tzu groomers teach the dog to lie on their side while they brush the coat in sections.
How to look after a shih tzu dog. To care for a shih tzu puppy make sure you have plenty of hard rubber toys lying around the house since shih tzu puppies tend to have rough teething periods. Also feed your puppy a high-quality dog food 3 times a day on a consistent schedule to establish a routine and prevent fussy eating habits. You can also give your puppy treats to reward good behavior but make sure theyre small.
Since shih tzu puppies. Shih Tzu Puppy Information - Caring after your dog. If playback doesnt begin shortly try restarting your device.
Videos you watch may be added to the TVs watch history and influence TV. Place your Shih Tzu on a higher table with a mat underneath to catch the hairy mess. Also we recommend securing your Shih Tzu with their leash so that they dont move or run suddenly.
Try to talk to them in a calm and loving voice. Also use quieter electric clippers so that you dont scare the dog. Keep a close eye on the fur around you Shih Tzus mouth and nose trimming it occasionally and keeping the area clean as food can collect around there and make the skin sore which could potentially lead to infections.
Due to their head shape and quite large eyes you. Set a schedule to take your shih-poo outside to go to the bathroom. Take your dog outside and praise it each time it goes potty.
Give the dog a treat when its done to let it know that it did a good job. Be sure to expose your Shichon to different people situations and other dogs early. This should be relatively easy to do because theyre so portable.
Bring them along to the pet store and the dog park be sure to use the small dog section. Checking the Physical Condition of the Shih Tzu puppy The next thing you should do is check the puppys eyes ears mouth skin coat and movement. The eyes should be clear and bright and the ears should be clean.
Normal gums are bright pink. Cleaning up after your Shih Tzu Tips. Shih Tzus are very sensitive dogs.
Therefore do not scold your Shih Tzu puppy too harshly. Your dog will become unhappy as well as less sociable. And he or she will withdraw from you.
Just know that cleaning up after your Shih Tzu is now your duty. It is a good idea to brush your Shih Tzus coat every day using both a brush and a comb to get the hair smooth sleek and remove knots. If your dog tends to get mucky or pick up dirt on the underside of their belly when out walking wait for any mud or water to dry before carefully combing it.
Very simply its a matter of genetics. Two distinct genes determine whether a Shih Tzus coat will lighten or gray over timeand what his ultimate color will be. If a Shih Tzu carries the G gene his coat will fade as he gets older.
You will notice fading in puppies as young as a month old. Most experienced Shih Tzu groomers teach the dog to lie on their side while they brush the coat in sections. Its easier to brush that way and more comfortable for the dog.
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If untreated the intestines could twist and cause the dog to die. Step 2 Check for heavy breathing sounds wheezing or nasal discharge. Because Shih Tzu dogs have a short nose and a more concave facial structure than many dogs they are more prone to respiratory disorders and distress.
It is worth noting that the length of a Shih Tzus coat should never be that long that it interferes with their movement nor should affect a dogs vision either which is it is common practice for Shih Tzus to have a top knot. They come in just about any colour and colour combination with parti-coloured Shih Tzus having a white blaze on their foreheads and white tips to their tails. Your vet will first give your dog a physical exam to look for the obvious signs and may do other tests including a blood count chemistry panel skin scrape blood smear urinalysis and a faecal exam.
The treatment for a parasitic infestation will depend on the type of parasite. Ive always like a little bigger dog and didnt know anything about Shih Tzus but I knew I wanted a small sturdy lapdog. She has been an amazing joy and I love her to death.
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