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Rule #1
NO SOY, this means check everything that you
feed your Shih Tzu for soy, such as, dog food, snacks, treats, crackers, peanut butter, cheese, anything that goes into the
dog's mouth.
They have an allergic reaction to soy which causes skin irritations and the dog with scratch and dig
incisively.
Rule #2
Grooming: One of the best things about a Shih
Tzu is their beautiful long silky coats. But that is also one of the most time consuming things about them. Daily
brushing is necessary and also provides a good bonding time for you and your pup. Use a wire brush, the kind without
the balls on the end, and a good detangle comb for easy grooming. A cute puppy cut eliminates some of the grooming time
and is easy to care for weekly. A trip to a good groomer once a month or so keeps a Shih Tzu looking good.
Do not
use human shampoo on your Shih Tzu, their body pH is different from humans. Pick a good quality dog shampoo, I
use one for the body and a "no tears" type for the head.
Rule #3
I always leave food and water down at all times during the day. The food is taken up around 6:00 in the evening,
but water is always available for them. The top dog foods are the best for the dog. They are more expensive and
require a trip to a pet store, but they are best for a healthy long life.
Rule
#4
As with any puppy, they will chew on anything. While they have small teeth and can't do a lot of damage,
they will damage anything if given enough time to gnaw at it. Always have chew toys or stuffed animals to keep
them busy. I always like to keep chew toys in the freezer to soothe the teething pups.
Rule #5
A Shih Tzu puppy will love children and other pets. You must be very careful
though with small child as the pups can be hurt very easily with rough handling. As for other pets, a Shih Tzu knows
no fear, they think they are KINGS after all!
A puppy may run up to a large animal thinking they have found a new
friend. Always guard the new puppy until you are sure they will not be harmed by their "new friend".
Rule #6
If at anytime you find you can not keep one
of my babies, I require that you notify me immediately. I will take the baby back or help you place the puppy in a new
home. I do not want any of them to be placed in a shelter or with someone that may harm them.
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