Shih-Tzu Puppy Dog Care

Your Online Guide to Caring For Shih-Tzu Dogs and Puppies

If you are consider adding a Shih-Tzu dog or puppy to your family, the US Dog Pages Guide to Shih-Tzu Puppy Dog Care can help you learn about any special care requirements for this breed. From exercise needs to grooming to any special dietary requirements, you'll learn what you need to know to properly care for your Shih-Tzu dog or puppy. In addition, we have provided many links to Shih-Tzu dog care resources where you can find additional Shih-Tzu dog care information.

One of the loveable dust mops of the canine world, the Shih Tzu's sweet face and gentle, loving disposition has made him, not only a favorite pampered pet, but a helpful therapy dog. Additionally, this surprising little dog does extremely well in both obedience and agility courses, and loves an active lifestyle. A top choice with the elderly, the Shih Tzu is more than happy to travel with the retiree throughout their golden years, soaking up the sun and seeing the world with a happily wagging tail.

The Shih Tzu is very low-maintenance when it comes to exercise needs. While he does enjoy going for short walks, he is also very capable of amusing himself and is not above tearing around the living room with a favorite toy, should he feel the need to stretch his legs. Additionally, the Shih Tzu loves to travel and is a very happy-go-lucky companion on any road trip.

This is the one area where your beloved Shih Tzu is bound to be a great deal of work. Those who insist upon maintaining these unique little dogs' long flowing coat quickly discover that it requires daily combing and regular trims to keep them looking beautiful. This is often too much of a headache for the average pet owner. Most pet Shih Tzus travel to the grooming salon every couple of weeks, getting their long locks cut to a shorter, cooler, and more manageable style.

Shih-Tzu Puppy Dog Care Resources Online

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