More helpful info on your Bar-Lar Shih Tzu
In order to have a good dog, you have to learn how to be a good owner!
The small amount of effort and time you put into learning basic dog training techniques, and applying them, will reward you with a dog that is a pleasure to own for the 12 to 15 years that he is part of your life.
The small amount of effort and time you put into learning basic dog training techniques, and applying them, will reward you with a dog that is a pleasure to own for the 12 to 15 years that he is part of your life.
Appearance and Personality of Shih Tzu Puppies
In terms of personality, Shih Tzu are known for their affectionate nature. They are highly adaptable, making them well-suited to a variety of lifestyles and living arrangements. Shih Tzu are true companion dogs where you are in the garden or sick in bed, they want to be right with you! You will never go to the rest room alone again!
They are ideal for families as well as adult homes.
In terms of personality, Shih Tzu are known for their affectionate nature. They are highly adaptable, making them well-suited to a variety of lifestyles and living arrangements. Shih Tzu are true companion dogs where you are in the garden or sick in bed, they want to be right with you! You will never go to the rest room alone again!
They are ideal for families as well as adult homes.
Caring for Your Shih Tzu Puppy
Shih Tzu puppies are relatively low-maintenance, but they do require regular grooming. In addition, it’s important to provide your puppy with plenty of exercise, as well as regular training and socialization to ensure that they grow up to be well-behaved and well-adjusted adult dogs.
One of the most important things you can do to ensure the health and happiness of your Shih Tzu puppy is to provide them with a balanced diet. A high-quality dog food, tailored to their specific needs, will help them grow strong and healthy. In addition, it’s important to provide plenty of fresh water and to monitor their food and water intake to ensure that they are staying hydrated.
Shih Tzu puppies are relatively low-maintenance, but they do require regular grooming. In addition, it’s important to provide your puppy with plenty of exercise, as well as regular training and socialization to ensure that they grow up to be well-behaved and well-adjusted adult dogs.
One of the most important things you can do to ensure the health and happiness of your Shih Tzu puppy is to provide them with a balanced diet. A high-quality dog food, tailored to their specific needs, will help them grow strong and healthy. In addition, it’s important to provide plenty of fresh water and to monitor their food and water intake to ensure that they are staying hydrated.
Bringing Your Shih Tzu Puppy Home
Once you have chosen to have a Bar-Lar baby, it’s time to bring them home. To make the transition as smooth as possible, it’s important to prepare your home for their arrival. This may include buying a comfortable bed, food and water bowls, toys, and other essential items. You should also make sure that your home is safe and secure, with any potential hazards removed or secured.
Once you have chosen to have a Bar-Lar baby, it’s time to bring them home. To make the transition as smooth as possible, it’s important to prepare your home for their arrival. This may include buying a comfortable bed, food and water bowls, toys, and other essential items. You should also make sure that your home is safe and secure, with any potential hazards removed or secured.
Choosing the Right Shih Tzu Puppy
When choosing a Shih Tzu puppy, it’s important to find a reputable breeder who has experience with the breed and who can provide you with a healthy and well-socialized pup. You should also consider your lifestyle and living arrangements when choosing a puppy, as well as your experience and ability to provide proper care and training.
Remember, when you buy a Shih Tzu puppy you are making a commitment of up to 15 years or even more! Look ahead before you buy and consider, for example, if you are likely to always have the time and energy to give your Shih Tzu the exercise and care it needs, as well as a secure accommodation that will allow you to have him with you always.
It’s also a good idea to spend some time researching Shih Tzu and to speak with other owners of the breed to get a better understanding of what to expect. This can help you to make an informed decision and to choose a puppy that will be a good fit for your home and family.
When choosing a Shih Tzu puppy, it’s important to find a reputable breeder who has experience with the breed and who can provide you with a healthy and well-socialized pup. You should also consider your lifestyle and living arrangements when choosing a puppy, as well as your experience and ability to provide proper care and training.
Remember, when you buy a Shih Tzu puppy you are making a commitment of up to 15 years or even more! Look ahead before you buy and consider, for example, if you are likely to always have the time and energy to give your Shih Tzu the exercise and care it needs, as well as a secure accommodation that will allow you to have him with you always.
It’s also a good idea to spend some time researching Shih Tzu and to speak with other owners of the breed to get a better understanding of what to expect. This can help you to make an informed decision and to choose a puppy that will be a good fit for your home and family.
And what about size?
Ok lets clear this up, the "Shih Tzu Breed Standard" says that they are to be no less than 9 pounds and no more than 16 pounds. The "Breed Standard" is a detailed description of the traits that are correct for a specific breed. Some times folks are getting the "Breed Standard" confused with a Standard size. That reference is used in some breeds i.e. Poodles. They have a large size of that breed in their Breed Standard that is call a Standard Poodle etc.
Shih Tzu only have 1 size classification. They are Shih Tzu. They do not come in toy, imperial, or standard sizes according to their Breed Standard. They are classified as a Toy breed, but that is not used as a description for size but as a description for the Group they are shown in. While occasionally you can produce a dog that is smaller, even when breeding correctly by the breed standard guidelines, it just means that genetically that has occurred. The very same way that you can have several generations of 6 foot tall folks in your family and then have some one that is 5 feet tall. Respectable breeders follow the Breed Standard that is provided by the Parent breed Club as a proper guideline to ensure that the breed maintains its qualities. Every AKC registered breed has a specific Breed Standard and a Parent Club for their individual breed. Our Parent Club is the American Shih Tzu Club ) shihtzu.org
Ok lets clear this up, the "Shih Tzu Breed Standard" says that they are to be no less than 9 pounds and no more than 16 pounds. The "Breed Standard" is a detailed description of the traits that are correct for a specific breed. Some times folks are getting the "Breed Standard" confused with a Standard size. That reference is used in some breeds i.e. Poodles. They have a large size of that breed in their Breed Standard that is call a Standard Poodle etc.
Shih Tzu only have 1 size classification. They are Shih Tzu. They do not come in toy, imperial, or standard sizes according to their Breed Standard. They are classified as a Toy breed, but that is not used as a description for size but as a description for the Group they are shown in. While occasionally you can produce a dog that is smaller, even when breeding correctly by the breed standard guidelines, it just means that genetically that has occurred. The very same way that you can have several generations of 6 foot tall folks in your family and then have some one that is 5 feet tall. Respectable breeders follow the Breed Standard that is provided by the Parent breed Club as a proper guideline to ensure that the breed maintains its qualities. Every AKC registered breed has a specific Breed Standard and a Parent Club for their individual breed. Our Parent Club is the American Shih Tzu Club ) shihtzu.org
The AKC Shih Tzu Standard- A detailed description of what a correct Shih Tzu should be Click to learn more
Why Should I register my new puppy? - Click to learn more
Your Shih Tzu and Your Veterinarian - Click to learn more
Information you should know about our breed before you go to the Vet.
Umbilical Hernia's - Click to learn about them
They are common in our breed.
Above is a link so that you can be more informed about them.
Imperial, Tea Cup or Toy Shih Tzu - Click to learn more about them
Shih Tzu make wonderful therapy dogs!
If you are interested, here is some great information to help you.
https://www.therapydogs.com/puppy-therapy-dog-training/
Your Shih Tzu and Your Veterinarian - Click to learn more
Information you should know about our breed before you go to the Vet.
Umbilical Hernia's - Click to learn about them
They are common in our breed.
Above is a link so that you can be more informed about them.
Imperial, Tea Cup or Toy Shih Tzu - Click to learn more about them
Shih Tzu make wonderful therapy dogs!
If you are interested, here is some great information to help you.
https://www.therapydogs.com/puppy-therapy-dog-training/