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    A Comprehensive Guide In Raising Shih Tzu
    A Comprehensive Guide In Raising Shih Tzu
    A Comprehensive Guide In Raising Shih Tzu
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    A Comprehensive Guide In Raising Shih Tzu

    By Barry Manzo

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    Raising a Shih Tzu can be challenge sometimes especially for those who have no idea how to raise one. The aim of this book is to give the readers a comprehensive guide on the different aspects of raising your Shih Tzu. Understanding this aspects will make your Shih Tzu raising experience a good and memorable one. This book also aims to inform the readers on the historical background of Shih Tzu to better understand the origin and the importance of Shih Tzu on Imperial Chinese Culture.

    Sometimes Shih Tzu lovers have no idea on what to do in choosing the right type of Shih Tzu for their needs and ending up choosing the dog that cause a lot of problems to them. This book will help the readers to choose the right type of Shih Tzu depending on your needs, lifestyle and personality that will make both of you happy and stress free.

    This book also aims the readers to be inform on different aspect of grooming and health care needs of your Shih Tzu so that you will be aware on what to do in responding the health needs of your beloved dog. Both Preventive health measures and solutions are offered in this book and also the right training for your Shih Tzu so that you can have a more organized and well-balanced life with your Shih Tzu in your family.

    LanguageEnglish
    Publisherjusthappyforever.com
    Release dateNov 29, 2017
    ISBN9781386763024
    A Comprehensive Guide In Raising Shih Tzu

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      A Comprehensive Guide In Raising Shih Tzu - Barry Manzo

      Chapter 1:  Introduction

      A digging sound emanates from the back of the house. Piles of shredded toilet paper form a trail down the hall to where the perpetrator lies. Wagging his tightly curled plume, Oreo greets his scowling owner with a playful bounce, his head coyly tilted to the side. As his owner scoops up his furry form, her frown melts. She knows her little Shih Tzu prince has been naughty again, but she smiles as he washes her face with puppy kisses.

      The Shih Tzu, a breed with ancient royal roots, is an elegant, affectionate companion. Ever a crowd favorite, the Shih Tzu was listed by the AKC as the 11th most popular U.S. dog breed in 2011. But does the Shih Tzu’s pretty face encourage owners to overlook poor behavior? Will the desire for diminutive doll-sized Shih Tzu’s lead to an undoubtedly sweet dog but one plagued with health problems? As controversy swirls around the teacup trend and the designer hybrid breeds, those that adore purebred Shih Tzu’s strive to maintain their solid reputation and reliable qualities. The Shih Tzu is also known as the chrysanthemum dog, a 1930s English name referring to its radiating facial hair.

      A tawny spray of fur peeks over the shirt pocket, as the tiny Shih Tzu cuddles close to his new owner. Meet Gucci, a tiny teacup Shih Tzu pup, as adorable as he is small. Gucci’s owner found him through an online classified ad and bought him at a bargain price. Enchanted with his petite allure and beautiful Internet picture, his owner bought him sight-unseen. A week after purchase, Gucci’s thinning frame and poor appetite became a concern to his owner, who took Gucci to a veterinarian. Soon thereafter, Gucci was diagnosed with several inherited health problems, requiring costly testing and treatment and promising an uncertain future. Selecting a new pet is an enormous decision and one that should be undertaken with thoughtful consideration of the characteristics you are looking for in a pet and what best fits your lifestyle. It’s difficult not to claim that first snuggly Shih Tzu you see, but thoughtful planning is worthwhile, ensuring the right pet choice for a lifetime together. Start off right by knowing the good, the bad and the hype involving the Shih Tzu.

      Chapter 2: History of the Shih Tzu

      One of the oldest known dog breeds, Shih Tzu-style dogs were depicted in Chinese paintings as early as 624 A.D. During the Tang Dynasty (618 to 907 A.D.) a pair of Shih Tzu’s was given to the Chinese court by king of Viqur. The breed originated in Tibet, but it was later bred and developed in China around the time of the Qing Dynasty in the 1600s. With its noble carriage, the Shih Tzu was the pet favored by royalty during the Ming Dynasty, from 1368 to 1644 A.D. A breeder and Shih Tzu enthusiast of the time was Dowager Empress Cixi, who also bred pugs and Pekingese.

      Breed development was jeopardized during the Communist revolution when most Shih Tzu’s were killed, likely due to their association with the existing Chinese royalty. Only a precious few survived. Modern-day Shih Tzu’s are descendants of the seven males and seven females that were imported to England prior to the massive kill-off. Among those initial 14 dogs was a Pekingese that accidentally was crossed into the Shih Tzu line. The Shih Tzu was imported to England in the 1930s and wasn’t considered a separate breed from Oriental breeds by the English Kennel Club until 1934. It arrived in the United States in 1958 and was recognized as a unique breed by the

      AKC in 1969. It is classified in the toy group. The Shih Tzu name originates from the Chinese words, Shih which means lion, and Tzu meaning son or child. While often referred to as the lion dog, the more accurate translation is lion son. Shih Tzu enthusiasts would agree that this charming little guy is indeed a furry child, a true family member.

      Your lovly Shih Tzu. Image from Flickr by Adam Sowers

      Chapter 3: Shih Tzu Characteristics

      An energetic lap dog, the Shih Tzu is a playful, lovable companion that lives to serve its master. When compared to other small dogs, Shih Tzu’s aren’t overly barky or hyperactive. Requiring only low to moderate exercise, the Shih Tzu is an ideal pet for apartment dwellers or elderly owners. Leash walks and scheduled play time suit the Shih Tzu’s exercise and mental stimulation needs. The Shih Tzu relishes down time with its master, lounging alongside its owner on the couch, the Shih Tzu’s modern day throne.

      An overall delightful companion, the Shih Tzu is easy to indulge. With its quiet unassuming manner, the Shih Tzu expects to be the center of your world. It bathes in its owner’s affection, even tolerating its master’s sillier forms of pampering: Many Shih Tzu’s are adorned in doggie clothing, toted in dog purses or pushed around in doggie carriages. The Shih Tzu standard calls for a weight of 9 to 16 pounds and a shoulder height of 9 to 10 1/2 inches. All variations of coat colors are permitted by the AKC and include black and white, red and white, gold and white, solid black, solid red, black mask gold, liver and white, blue and white, and brindle and white. Blue and liver Shih Tzu’s are less common. Facial tear staining, a brown

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