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They are undeniably cute: their smushed little faces, their stumpy little legs, and that enviable coat of luxurious hair. I am referring to the Shih Tzu puppy. Shih Tzus, one of the oldest breeds of dog, are wonderful pets to own. They are quite playful, and alert little animals. They are extremely small in size, ...
Dry eye, also known as Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) is a result of insufficient tear production that can cause ulceration of the cornea and even blindness. There are many causes of KCS, but the Shih tzu breed is genetically predisposed to immune-mediated dry eye which is caused by the destruction of the glands that produce tears. ...
Shih Tzu’s are the most lovable, adorable animals that I have ever seen. Even before I got myself a dog I always wanted a Shih Tzu. I loved their small face with their squashed in noses and long ears. When I decided to get a dog, I looked at many breeds. But when the little ...
The Zuchon, also commonly known as a Shichon, is not strictly a breed of dog; it is a mix of two popular small purebreds. The Zuchon is a result of the cross-breeding (hybrid) of a Bichon Frise and a Shih Tzu. It has a relatively short history, but the Zuchon is becoming a more and ...
All the pets in our household, even those from my childhood, had come from the shelter until, as an “empty nester,” I became obsessed with the idea of adopting a Shih tzu. Actually, my obsession didn’t start as a desire for a specific breed. I wanted a small, quiet dog who didn’t shed, didn’t ...
There are many small dogs that fit into the toy breed category. They look the part for best in show, and fit the mold of the perfect show dog. The Shih-Tzu dog is no exception. A favorite among judges, the Shih-Tzu has had a long history as a show dog, but there is more to ...
First let me say that I am a big fan of the Shih Tzu breed and I have two of the furry critters living with me. I love their flowing long hair and their cute little scrunched up faces. When I got my first Shih Tzu nearly six years ago I started reading books and ...
How to groom a Shih is really easy, but it takes time and patience, because when they are puppies, grooming a Shih Tzu needs to be done daily, or at least every other day, but as they get older, you will be able to can drop the grooming to maybe 3 times a week. They ...