Shih Tzu Heat Stroke Shih Tzu heat stroke is due to hot weather. Shih Tzu can’t stand the hot weather. Their short noses and squished-in faces make them less efficient at self-cooling. Dogs cool the air they breathe as it moves through their muzzles, but because the Shih Tzu’s muzzle is so short and not […]
Parasites are a serious concern for any Shih Tzu owner, and if you keep your Shih Tzu’s coat long, they can be difficult to see and catch in the early stages of an infestation. Arm yourself with knowledge. A string of garlic won’t keep these vampires away, but fortunately, other products and practices really work. […]
Shih Tzu Weight Is your Shih Tzu just a little too chubby? Even addition of two-pounds in shih tzu weight is a lot of weight on a ten-pound dog. That’s like a 150-pound person gaining 30 pounds! Extra weight puts strain on internal organs like the heart and lungs, stresses joints making them more prone […]
Shih Tzu Separation Anxiety A Shih Tzu separation anxiety is because companion dogs not only want but also need to be with people, some get very distressed when their people go away, resulting in separation anxiety. Even though you may be flattered by your godlike status in your dog’s life, separation anxiety isn’t good for […]
