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How to Recognize Normal Behavior in Shih Tzu Puppies
So you have finally brought your new puppy home from a reputable Shih Tzu breeder. You’re super excited to do everything in your power to properly raise your Shih Tzu puppy. You have bought books on everything from potty training to teaching your new puppy simple commands like how to sit. Life is going great! […]
Read MoreHow To Properly Clean Your Shih Tzu’s eyes
Shih Tzus is no exception when it comes to eye care. You must take proper care of your Shih Tzu’s eyes. Shih Tzus are a brachycephalic breed. They have a relatively flat face and protruding eyes. This puts them at a higher risk for eye problems. As a result, Shih Tzu owners must take excellent […]
Read MorePuppy Developmental Periods Defined
All puppies go through developmental periods where they develop behavioral habits that stick with them throughout their lifespan. All breeders including Shih Tzu breeders need to instill appropriate behaviors that line up with the developmental periods. Responsible breeders should set program goals that align with the puppies’ developmental needs. It is important to meet litter […]
Read MoreWhy is my Puppy Whining all the Time?
I always tell my clients that having a new puppy in the home is equivalent to having a new baby. Puppies like babies are not able to use their words to tell us how they feel. Whining or crying is your puppy’s way of trying to tell you something. Puppy owners must learn to speak […]
Read MoreHow to Safely Introduce Two Dogs to Each Other
If you plan on bringing a new puppy or adult dog home and already have a dog at home this is a good read for you! Dogs have their special way of getting to know one another. We as humans must take the necessary steps to help the introduction go smoothly. Dogs are social creatures […]
Read MoreCreative Ways to Keep Puppies Busy and Happy
A busy puppy is a happy puppy. We all know that puppies can be a handful from time to time. Puppies often suffer from boredom just as we humans do. The difference is that when puppies get bored they usually find something to do. Unfortunately, we may not always be fond of their ways of […]
Read MoreShih Tzu Puppy Progress Report
Puppy Update The Shih Tzu puppies are doing amazing! My daughter helped me complete Early Neurological Stimulation exercises with the puppies this evening. ENS exercises are relatively easy to perform. Early Neurological Stimulation consists of 5 exercises that are performed for 3-5 seconds. It is important to only perform ENS on puppies that are relaxed […]
Read MoreWhy Responsible Breeders Weigh Puppies Daily
Responsible breeders should weigh puppies daily. Puppies are very fragile for the first few weeks of life. As a responsible Shih Tzu breeder, I want to know if a puppy starts losing weight so I can supplement when necessary. Puppies can go downhill very quickly. Daily weight checks help me track growth as well. As […]
Read MoreWhy Breeders Should Microchip Puppies
I consider myself a responsible Shih Tzu breeder. All Shih Tzu puppies for sale in my breeding program receive a microchip before they’re sent home. I feel I must do my part in making sure the Shih Tzu puppies are set up for success before leaving my breeding program. Below are some of the reasons […]
Read MoreMy Breeder Education and Awards
I truly believe education is key to everything we do in life. This includes being an educated and responsible Shih Tzu breeder! The goal of my education is not only to breed responsibly but also to produce well-rounded Shih Tzu puppies that have all the tools necessary to succeed in their new homes. I am […]
Read MoreWhy I Genetically Test All My Adult Breeding Prospects
The Importance of Genetic Testing All of my Shih Tzu puppies for sale come from parents who have gone through genetic testing to rule out health conditions they may carry in their lines. I take pride in my responsible breeding program. As a result, I am very careful when choosing which dogs I choose to […]
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