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  • Reverend D. Allan Easton’s Theory Regarding the “Imperial” Shih Tzu
    Reverend D. Allan Easton’s theory regarding the development of two different types of Shih Tzu in Old Peking was confirmed by a little-known essay written by the Princess Der Ling. Mr. Easton continually searched for first-hand information regarding the issue of different sizes in the Shih Tzu.

  • Reverend D. Allan Easton’s theory regarding the development of two different types of Shih Tzu in Old Peking was confirmed by a little-known essay written by the Princess Der Ling. Mr. Easton continually searched for first-hand information regarding the issue of different sizes in the Shih Tzu.
  • Eating More Fish is Healthy regardless of Risk of Toxins
    Eating more fish is definitely a heart-healthy benefit. You might be a little weary, however, of the risk of toxins, like mercury found in some kinds of fish. The safety of farm-raised fish, wild fish and fish you catch is also a concern for many people. Use this article as a resource to help you learn how you can eat fish safely.

  • Eating more fish is definitely a heart-healthy benefit. You might be a little weary, however, of the risk of toxins, like mercury found in some kinds of fish. The safety of farm-raised fish, wild fish and fish you catch is also a concern for many people. Use this article as a resource to help you learn how you can eat fish safely.
  • First Aid Treatments for Your Shih Tzu
    Be prepared for injuries and accidents for your Shih Tzu. Accidents can and do happen. Sometimes they can be quite serious. Being prepared for emergencies can increase chances of saving the life of your Shih Tzu and/or reducing the severity of the injury.

  • Be prepared for injuries and accidents for your Shih Tzu. Accidents can and do happen. Sometimes they can be quite serious. Being prepared for emergencies can increase chances of saving the life of your Shih Tzu and/or reducing the severity of the injury.
  • Congestive Heart Failure Common in Older Small Breeds Such as the Shih Tzu
    Congestive heart failure is a serious condition that does affect older small breeds such as our beloved Shih Tzu. Congestive heart failure is defined as the heart’s inability to function normally, which leads to excessive retention of water and salt causing fluid build-up in the lungs.

  • Congestive heart failure is a serious condition that does affect older small breeds such as our beloved Shih Tzu. Congestive heart failure is defined as the heart’s inability to function normally, which leads to excessive retention of water and salt causing fluid build-up in the lungs.
  • Parvovirus is most deadly to Very Young Shih Tzu Puppies
    I am so surprised at how many pet owners and would be pet/Shih Tzu owners do not know which vaccinations are mandatory for Shih Tzu puppies. In this article I will address only the importance of “extra” protection against the deadly canine disease of “parvovirus.”

  • I am so surprised at how many pet owners and would be pet/Shih Tzu owners do not know which vaccinations are mandatory for Shih Tzu puppies. In this article I will address only the importance of “extra” protection against the deadly canine disease of “parvovirus.”
  • Controlling Brucellosis in Your Shih Tzu Breeding Kennel
    Are you thinking about breeding your Shih Tzu or you are already an established Shih Tzu kennel? You might think about having your Shih Tzu tested for Brucellosis on a regular basis.

  • Are you thinking about breeding your Shih Tzu or you are already an established Shih Tzu kennel? You might think about having your Shih Tzu tested for Brucellosis on a regular basis.
  • Pancreatitis in the Shih Tzu
    It is very important to feed your Shih Tzu a well-balanced diet of pet food and not table scraps. Pancreatitis is a severe inflammation of the pancreas that can result from feeding your Shih Tzu table scraps.

  • It is very important to feed your Shih Tzu a well-balanced diet of pet food and not table scraps. Pancreatitis is a severe inflammation of the pancreas that can result from feeding your Shih Tzu table scraps.
  • Differences and Similarities of Shih Tzu and Lhasa Aps
    The Shih Tzu is one of the breeds of dogs that have their hair parted in the middle. This is called “parted-coat” breeds. Another important distinguishing grooming pattern of the Shih Tzu is the topknot tied up with ribbons or bows.

  • The Shih Tzu is one of the breeds of dogs that have their hair parted in the middle. This is called “parted-coat” breeds. Another important distinguishing grooming pattern of the Shih Tzu is the topknot tied up with ribbons or bows.
  • Basics of a Shih Tzu Dog Show
    If you have never gone to a Shih Tzu or any breed dog show you might wonder exactly what the judge will be doing.

  • If you have never gone to a Shih Tzu or any breed dog show you might wonder exactly what the judge will be doing.
  • Choose a Happy, Lively Japanese Chin Puppy
    A Japanese Chin is a very happy little dog. A good specimen of the Japanese chin is usually very beautiful, outgoing and charming.

  • A Japanese Chin is a very happy little dog. A good specimen of the Japanese chin is usually very beautiful, outgoing and charming.
  • Scissoring Techniques for Poodle Grooming
    In the art of grooming the most artistic component is the scissoring work. A perfect finish can only be achieved through skillfully applied scissoring. The true professional groomer is set apart from the novice by the skill of scissoring.

  • In the art of grooming the most artistic component is the scissoring work. A perfect finish can only be achieved through skillfully applied scissoring. The true professional groomer is set apart from the novice by the skill of scissoring.
  • The Japanese Chin: Royal Japanese Presents
    The Japanese Chin makes contact with the West by way of trade between England and Japan which started in 1549. At that time it was customary for gifts to be exchanged. Japanese Chin historians believe it is very likely that the ‘Japanese’ race of dogs was part of this trade and gifts.

  • The Japanese Chin makes contact with the West by way of trade between England and Japan which started in 1549. At that time it was customary for gifts to be exchanged. Japanese Chin historians believe it is very likely that the ‘Japanese’ race of dogs was part of this trade and gifts.
  • Does Your Shih Tzu Require Professional Obedience Training?
    We’ve all encountered them at some point, ill-mannered Shih Tzu. We’ve even seen their owners yelling at them, tugging at their leashes trying to make them behave. What is sad is that you can’t blame the Shih Tzu for the owner’s irresponsibility.

  • We’ve all encountered them at some point, ill-mannered Shih Tzu. We’ve even seen their owners yelling at them, tugging at their leashes trying to make them behave. What is sad is that you can’t blame the Shih Tzu for the owner’s irresponsibility.
  • Naming Your New Maltese Puppy
    So, you finally decided to get a Maltese puppy. You spent many hours talking to Maltese dog breeders and surfed the Internet countless times to find the perfect Maltese puppy for you and your family. You went from pet shop to pet shop, to dog associations, to animal societies, looking and meeting Maltese puppies until you have found the right one.

  • So, you finally decided to get a Maltese puppy. You spent many hours talking to Maltese dog breeders and surfed the Internet countless times to find the perfect Maltese puppy for you and your family. You went from pet shop to pet shop, to dog associations, to animal societies, looking and meeting Maltese puppies until you have found the right one.
  • Who is Taking Care of Your Italian Greyhound While You Are Away?
    Have you thought about how your Italian Greyhound will be taken care of in your absences? With just a little planning and thinking ahead you can make adequate arrangements for all your pets for the times you need to be away from them. This article will help you do some of that planning.

  • Have you thought about how your Italian Greyhound will be taken care of in your absences? With just a little planning and thinking ahead you can make adequate arrangements for all your pets for the times you need to be away from them. This article will help you do some of that planning.
  • Selecting a Chihuahua – Puppy or Adult?
    Everyone is surely going to get excited when trying to select a Chihuahua. Truly a man’s best friend, you can rely on your Chihuahua in giving you company, cuddling up together and some can even guard your house. You need to review your personal lifestyle and needs when adopting a Chihuahua

  • Everyone is surely going to get excited when trying to select a Chihuahua. Truly a man’s best friend, you can rely on your Chihuahua in giving you company, cuddling up together and some can even guard your house. You need to review your personal lifestyle and needs when adopting a Chihuahua
  • Choosing a Chihuahua Puppy
    First of all you want your Chihuahua to look like a Chihuahua.

  • First of all you want your Chihuahua to look like a Chihuahua.
  • Dog Sweaters You can Make on Your Own
    There is a fantastic choice in sweater and fleece t shirt styles and colors. They can be adorned with hearts, crystals, bows

  • There is a fantastic choice in sweater and fleece t shirt styles and colors. They can be adorned with hearts, crystals, bows
  • Fashion Dogma
    Where did it all begin? Some say the White House helped set the tone for dog fashion.

  • Where did it all begin? Some say the White House helped set the tone for dog fashion.
  • Introducing a New Baby to Your Dog
    Before your baby arrives, imagine what your dog’s behavior might be around an infant.

  • Before your baby arrives, imagine what your dog’s behavior might be around an infant.
  • Imagine Yourself As A Little Dog
    Your little dog has just as much intelligence and instincts as the larger 150 pound dogs.

  • Your little dog has just as much intelligence and instincts as the larger 150 pound dogs.
  • The Story of the Shih Tzu
    Far away in Tibet, a country with a recorded history going back almost 1,500 years is where our Shih Tzu began.

  • Far away in Tibet, a country with a recorded history going back almost 1,500 years is where our Shih Tzu began.
  • Shih Tzu Kennel Exercise Areas
    Many types of surfaces can be used in exercise yards.

  • Many types of surfaces can be used in exercise yards.
  • Shih Tzu Mammary Gland Care after Whelping
    It is necessary to examine your Shih Tzu matron’s mammary glands daily,

  • It is necessary to examine your Shih Tzu matron’s mammary glands daily,
  • Bottle Feeding Orphan Shih Tzu Puppies
    Nursing bottles for orphaned Shih Tzu puppies can be obtained through the veterinarian,

  • Nursing bottles for orphaned Shih Tzu puppies can be obtained through the veterinarian,
  • Saving Orphaned Shih Tzu Puppies
    If you want to save your orphaned Shih Tzu puppies you must be totally dedicated to them on a 24-hour-a-day,

  • If you want to save your orphaned Shih Tzu puppies you must be totally dedicated to them on a 24-hour-a-day,
  • Learning to Tube Feed Shih Tzu Puppies
    It is not difficult to learn the correct tube feeding procedure.

  • It is not difficult to learn the correct tube feeding procedure.
  • Shih Tzu History and Legends/Cross Breeding with Pekingese and Lhasa Terrier/Shih Tzu Management
    There has been a strong opinion in Shih Tzu History that the Tibetan Lion Dog is the result of a cross between the Lhasa Terrier and the Pekingese.....

  • There has been a strong opinion in Shih Tzu History that the Tibetan Lion Dog is the result of a cross between the Lhasa Terrier and the Pekingese.....
  • Opening A Shih Tzu Grooming Shop
    Your Shih Tzu Grooming Shop’s name should be carefully planned.

  • Your Shih Tzu Grooming Shop’s name should be carefully planned.
  • Shih Tzu - Correct Management/A bit of Shih Tzu Legend
    Be cautious about the dangers of dampness and violent temperature changes when it comes to the living quarters for your shih tzu.

  • Be cautious about the dangers of dampness and violent temperature changes when it comes to the living quarters for your shih tzu.
  • Shih Tzu Groom Shop Design
    Three factors to consider in planning and opening a Shih Tzu Groom Shop are:

  • Three factors to consider in planning and opening a Shih Tzu Groom Shop are:
  • The Tibetan Lion Dog (Shih Tzu)
    The earliest “Lion Dog” in Tibet had long hair, were small in size and similar to the Maltese in type.

  • The earliest “Lion Dog” in Tibet had long hair, were small in size and similar to the Maltese in type.
  • Your Shih Tzu Puppy In The Show Ring
    Who gets a ribbon? Your Shih Tzu puppy or dog will receive a ribbon if your Shih Tzu puppy or dog places

  • Who gets a ribbon? Your Shih Tzu puppy or dog will receive a ribbon if your Shih Tzu puppy or dog places
  • Shih Tzu - The Meaning Of Shih Tzu Markings
    Shih Tzu were seen to have a number of characteristics that were believed to be comparable to characteristics of Buddha.

  • Shih Tzu were seen to have a number of characteristics that were believed to be comparable to characteristics of Buddha.
  • Shih Tzu’s Fight For Survival
    In 1952 Elfreda Evans deliberately bred a Shih Tzu to a Pekingese.

  • In 1952 Elfreda Evans deliberately bred a Shih Tzu to a Pekingese.
  • The Shih Tzu's Variety Of Colors
    Since the Shih Tzu breed first became known to the western world there has been a variety of colors.

  • Since the Shih Tzu breed first became known to the western world there has been a variety of colors.
  • Shih Tzu Show Dog Judging For Coat Texture And Proper Handling
    Proper coat texture of your show dog Shih Tzu will be checked during the show dog judge’s examination.

  • Proper coat texture of your show dog Shih Tzu will be checked during the show dog judge’s examination.
  • Shih Tzu - Submissive Urination/Sanitation
    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.

  • 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.