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10 Biggest Mistakes New Shih Tzu Parents Make

When you get a Shih Tzu, you may be blinded by the cuteness of your new pet. You may become infatuated by your new dog, and your only priority may be to cuddle and love them as much as possible. While it's important to show love to your pet, focusing solely on how cute your dog is may be a mistake. You'll also want to make sure that you properly train and care for your dog, as well. As a new dog owner, it's easy to make mistakes, and we all do it. However, it's how you handle these mistakes

How to Brush Your Shih Tzu’s Teeth - 3 Steps 3 Videos

Although dogs are not as prone to getting cavities like their human counterparts, their teeth can still develop plaque and tartar buildup. This buildup can lead to cavities, as well as gingivitis. In the long run, such dental issues may lead to life threatening issues such as infections that damage the liver, kidneys, and heart.

5 Essential Commands You Should Teach Your Shihtzu

Teaching your Shih Tzu certain commands is not just a neat party trick, but it can be quite helpful when it comes to correcting behavioral issues. The good news is that you don’t have to hire a trainer or send your dog to training school in order to learn five basic commands. All you need is a little patience, effective use of repetition, and a treat to reward your dog when they accomplish the task.

Five Tips on How to Bathe Your Shih Tzu

Bathing a dog can be an interesting experience and one that is often unlike how it is presented in TV shows and movies, where everyone is seemingly having a great time. While some breeds of dogs actually like to swim and don’t mind a bath, there are others that do not enjoy the experience at all, which can make bath time a hassle. In fact, most dogs don't like to be dirty, so having a bath is the last thing that they may enjoy.

Five Helpful House-training Hints

Some aspects of owning a dog are easy - like playing with your pup or taking walks together. However, housetraining them can be one of the frustrations you face as a pet parent. This task can be complicated because we expect too much from our dogs, we don't give our dos the right signals, or we just don't know what we're doing. When we don't know how to train our dogs, our dogs can get confused - which can lead to accidents and behavioral issues that we'd rather avoid.

How to Control your Shih Tzu’s Fear Biting and Excessive Barking?

You love your pet, but sometimes, his behaviors can really be frustrating. Excessive barking is just one of those negative behaviors that can be a headache. With some dogs, it doesn't take much to set them off, and they can proceed to bark for minutes or hours. If you're not home, the problem can be even worse - disturbing your neighbors or others in the household.

10 Amazing And Impressive Tricks To Teach your Shih Tzu

Shih Tzus give us hours of amusement, are comforting in times of dire need, and provide us with interminable adoration and fondness.

Ten Shih Tzu Training Tips

Shih Tzus may look fluffy and cuddly, but inside of those cute little bodies lies a stubborness that can drive their owners crazy! Shih Tzus are known for being notoriously stubborn, and they're not willing to give in easily - especially when it comes to training. These dogs were bred for royalty, and sometimes, they act royal and don't listen to anyone. However, that doesn't mean that these pups can't be trained. In fact, with time, patience, and unwavering commitment, you'll be able to train your pet to not just go outside to the bathroom or complete simple commands, but

How to Socialize Shih Tzu with Children and Large Dogs?

Even though Shih Tzus are smaller than many other breeds, size doesn't matter to them. These little dogs love to roam around with, socialize with, and play with dogs that are much larger. This is critical for them, particularly at a young age, so they don't have “unreasonable fears” of new people, situations and dogs. However, it is up to you as their owner to manage new encounters, from setting them up to monitoring play between dogs, to ensure that socialization has a positive impact on your pet.

How to Teach Your Shih Tzu to Fetch in Six Easy Steps

Fetching may seem like one of the most natural activities for dogs to engage in with their masters. However, while some dogs are naturally inclined to play this game, others are not and will have to be taught. Usually, they will go after what you have thrown and not bring it back, or they will look at you and wonder why you just tossed their favorite object away from them.

9 Things You Should Do If You Are A Shih Tzu Parent

When you adopt a Shih Tzu, you become the primary caregiver and parent to that pet. This means that you have to keep your pet safe, healthy, and protected at all times. Here are nine tips for being the best parent to your Shih Tzu.

5 Tips For Traveling With Shih Tzus

Traveling with your Shih Tzu can be an adventure. Whether it is just a picnic or a camping trip, a weekend at a posh resort or flying overseas, family vacations and getaways can be more fun when your four-legged friend can tag along. But there are also many challenges that you and your dog will have to overcome when traveling together. In addition to knowing laws and regulations (such as leash laws), you also need to make sure you're prepared in other ways, as well.

5 Tips for Grooming Your Shih Tzu

Shih Tzus are known for their beautiful coats, but unfortunately, they aren't naturally this way. In order to maintain your pet's fur, you have to groom them regularly. You can purchase the tools and do this yourself, or you can pay a professional to do the job for you. If you opt to take on the task yourself, here are a few important tips that can make grooming more fun and less stressful for both you and your pup.

Tips For Shih Tzu Leash Training

If you are tired of your Shih Tzu trying to take you for a walk, then it is time to start dog leash training. Dog leash training is a helpful tool that establishes your dominance with your Shih Tzu. Before you start training sessions, allow your dog to get acquainted with their collar or harness by wearing them in the home. Make sure to try to avoid walking your dog in anywhere that is unfamiliar or has many distractions. Use the following tips to have success when training your Shih Tzu to walk on a leash.

Ten Training Tips For New ShihTzu Parents

It is extremely essential to train a your new Shih Tzu. It could be as basic and necessary as potty training or as complicated as teaching your dog a few cool tricks. If you have never had a dog before or if you have never trained a puppy, then you need a few handy tips. Here are the top ten training tips for new puppy owners.

8 Ways To Be A Good Shih Tzu Parent

If you own a Shih Tzu, you want to be a great parent to your pup. Unfortunately, much like with children, pets do not come with an instruction manual. If you've never owned a pet before, you may not know what to do, and you may question whether you'll be a good pet owner.

What To Do When Your Puppy Won't Stop Biting Your Pant Legs

Puppies love to bite for a variety of reasons. Sometimes, they are just exploring the new world around them and want to taste things just to see what they are. Other times, puppies may be biting because they are teething and are looking to relieve the pain. While it may seem cute and harmless now, puppies that are not taught that biting is unacceptable grow up to be dogs that bite - which can be both frustrating and dangerous.

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