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Show Dog Requirements For The Shih Tzu And Other Purebred Dogs There are rules and regulations you must follow if you want to show your Shih Tzu or any breed of dog. Among those rules are: • To compete in conformation, your Shih Tzu or other breed of dog must be a purebred registered with a kennel club. The Highly Esteemed Japanese Chin Makes It Way To Britain And America The Japanese Chin was very fortunate to be held in such high esteem in Japan. This was not the case with many other dogs in Japan during the 1800’s. One writer, Griffis, wrote in the Corea: the Hermit Nation (1882) that “in Japan, dogs are held in very little honor except the ‘chin’ or Japanese Spaniel.” Tips On How To Become A Successful Shih Tzu Show Dog Breeder If you decide to enter the show ring with your Shih Tzu one of the greatest benefits will mostly likely be an enhanced appreciation for the sheer beauty of the Shih Tzu. Just think about it, even if you only own one Shih Tzu yourself, at the shows you will see dozens and hundreds of Shih Tzu. Be A Shih Tzu Show Dog Spectator First If you are planning to show your Shih Tzu, your first experiences with conformation should be as a spectator. You need to do some studying and practicing before actually going into a show with your Shih Tzu. Leave the Shih Tzu behind. Scissoring Techniques For Poodle Grooming The Poodle’s origin is controversial. Many countries have claimed the origin of the Poodle. Some say it is Germany. Other says it is Denmark, and of course, France says the Poodle’s origin belongs to them. Even Russia claims the Poodle’s origin. Many say, however, the Poodle’s most likely place of origin is Germany. Breeding To The Akc Shih Tzu Standard There is more than one area of the Shih Tzu that is considered in terms of “breeding to the AKC Shih Tzu Standard. I have been on Shih Tzu Puppies for sale websites in which they will state: “We breed to the AKC standard.” We do not breed “imperial or teacup” Shih Tzu. Choose A Happy, Lively Japanese Chin Puppy A Japanese Chin is a very happy little dog. A good specimen of the Japanese chin is usually very beautiful, outgoing and charming. They have a few characteristics similar to a cat. They will hold toys, or certain types of food between their front paws. Pet Care Home Business How would like your very own “legitimate” home business? Today we are absolutely overwhelmed with people telling us about home business opportunities. Most of them are not legitimate home business opportunities. If you are a lover of pets the array of products and service businesses for pet owners is absolutely “limitless.” We all know from our own pet owner experiences just how much we love our pets. Basics Of A Shih Tzu Dog Show If you have never gone to a Shih Tzu or any breed dog show you might wonder exactly what the judge will be doing. The judge will look into the mouth of the Shih Tzu or other dog breed to check for the correct number of teeth and the bite. Pancreatitis In The Shih Tzu It is very important to feed your Shih Tzu a well-balanced diet of pet food and not table scraps. Pancreatitis is a severe inflammation of the pancreas that can result from feeding your Shih Tzu table scraps. A Shih Tzu with pancreatitis may suddenly vomit, become dehydrated, be lethargic and have diarrhea. Controlling Brucellosis In Your Shih Tzu Breeding Kennel Are you thinking about breeding your Shih Tzu or you are already an established Shih Tzu kennel? You might think about having your Shih Tzu tested for Brucellosis on a regular basis. Brucellosis is a bacterial disease known very well by food animal producers. Brucellosis can cause a number of breeding problems such as abortions, infertility and decreased milk yield in cattle. Establish A Good Sleep Routine To Keep Headaches At Bay Most adults need seven to nine hours of sleep per night. Not getting enough sleep or not sleeping well can make you irritable. Everyone needs a good night’s sleep to give them enough energy to face the day ahead. Headaches can interfere with sleep and sleeping well. It can become a cycle. Sleeping poorly sometimes triggers more headaches. Congestive Heart Failure Common In Older Small Breeds Such As The Shih Tzu Congestive heart failure is a serious condition that does affect older small breeds such as our beloved Shih Tzu. Congestive heart failure is defined as the heart’s inability to function normally, which leads to excessive retention of water and salt causing fluid build-up in the lungs. Epilepsy In The Shih Tzu And Other Dog Breeds Epilepsy can affect any breed of dog, which includes our beloved Shih Tzu. There is a higher incidence of epilepsy in pure breed dogs of any size than in mixed breed dogs. For this reason the condition is likely to be inherited. Tips On Becoming The Shih Tzu Pack Leader Thirty five years or so ago people trained dogs almost exclusively with force. Recently dog training, which includes our beloved Shih Tzu, consists of head halters with no corrections. Some trainers feel this is wrong because of the explosion of dominance and aggressive dog problems found in family pets. These same trainers feel the correct position about dog training and Shih Tzu training is in the middle. Help For The Shih Tzu With Thunderstorm Phobia Is your Shih Tzu afraid of thunderstorms? In this article read how you can manage your Shih Tzu’s thunderstorm phobia. Dogs are able to sense thunderstorms an hour or more before they hit. If your Shih Tzu is one with a thunderstorm phobia they may begin to pant, pace, salivate and paw at doors excessively long before the storm ever hits. Shih Tzu Eating Feces: Why? If your Shih Tzu eats its own feces as well as the feces of its companions do not be alarmed and feel as though you have gotten a Shih Tzu from a breeder that was not reputable or some other cause. Behavioral research now says the idea that it is a dietary deficiency or a pancreatic enzyme deficiency is not even the source. Dogs in general are historically scavengers and this is believed to be a scavenger behavior. Grooming And Beautifying Your Shih Tzu Although the day-to-day care of the show dog exceeds the grooming required for a pet dog, the groomer has a responsibility to perform a work of art in both cases. Training and experience helps a groomer to look at a photograph of any Shih Tzu and to know instantly which bits of hair are clipped or scissor. Shih Tzu Grooming Behavior Modification Tips Does your Shih Tzu wiggle and squirm, back off and fight you what seems every bit of the way when you try to groom him or her? First examine your own technique. Are you being a little too rough? It is also true that some Shih Tzu never do get to like or learn to like grooming sessions. Shih Tzu Find A New Home In The West Lady Brownrigg of England first obtained a Shih Tzu in 1928. She was around 30 years of age, was a much-traveled lady and was very fond of birds and animals. Her husband was an Assistant Adjutant and Quarter-master General to the North China command. When they returned to England, they brought with them two Shih Tzu, a dog called Hibou and a bitch called Shu-ssa. Does Your Shih Tzu Suffer From Incessant Scratching? A lot of dogs and the Shih Tzu seen in vet offices are there for excessive scratching. What causes excessive scratching in the Shih Tzu and other canine breeds more than in cats, horses or any other animal species? The three biggest reasons for excessive scratching include: Reverend D. Allan Easton's Theory Regarding The "imperial" Shih Tzu Reverend D. Allan Easton was a Fellow of the Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland and a Member of the American Oriental Society, the China Institute of America, and the Tibet Society of the United Kingdom, and the International Platform Association which unites public speakers and writers of the free world. Shih Tzu – A Secret Treasure Of Happiness In The Imperial Palace Eunuchs and their personal hierarchies ran the Imperial households. Li Lien-Yang whom Tzu Hsi (The Empress Dowager) named Chief Eunuch was made responsible for overseeing the breeding and Shih Tzu selections to be presented to her for possibilities of becoming part of her “Shih Tzu entourage.” Bottle Feeding Orphan Shih Tzu Puppies Nursing bottles for orphaned Shih Tzu puppies can be obtained through the veterinarian, pet supplier, wholesale catalogs or the internet. You should purchase several nipple styles to see which works best for you and your Shih Tzu. Tips Of How To Achieve A Beautiful Coated Shih Tzu There is nothing more beautiful than a just groomed and well groomed Shih Tzu. A Shih Tzu is a beautifully-coated dog. When you take the time to cultivate the Shih Tzu’s thick, luxurious coat it is truly a joy to behold. Are Coats, Hats And Rain Gear A Necessity For Your Shih Tzu? Since Mother Nature provides the Shih Tzu with its own outer fur coat you might think why bother with anything else. Little dogs, however, lose their body heat more quickly than the bigger dogs. Small Shih Tzu usually have a nice coat of hair, however, their small size still makes it necessary to add a little something else for colder temperatures. Shih Tzu Comfort, Safety And Fashion With Collars And Leashes Shih Tzu collars are practical and fashionable. A Shih Tzu collar can hold your Shih Tzu’s identification which can be his ticket back home to you if he gets lost. A Shih Tzu collar can also be your Shih Tzu’s most fashionable statement showing the world just how pampered and stylish he is. Shih Tzu Mammary Gland Care After Whelping It is necessary to examine your Shih Tzu matron’s mammary glands daily, directly before whelping and throughout nursing and weaning periods. A secretion of moderately thick liquid clear or brown with streaks of white milk is normal. If this discharge is bloody or yellowish in color you need to consult with your vet. Shih Tzu – Reviving Lifeless Shih Tzu Puppies At Birth If a Shih Tzu puppy’s progress is impeded, staying too long in the birth canal, it may be visibly lifeless. Some of these Shih Tzu puppies may have a faint heartbeat but no respiratory response. Others may show neither condition of life. A few visibly stillborn Shih Tzu puppies will respond to efforts of resuscitation. Shih Tzu – The Hotly Contested Question Of Shih Tzu Size Part I Throughout the entire period of Shih Tzu development in the United States no other topic about the Shih Tzu has been more hotly contested than Shih Tzu size. When the standard was established it was hoped all Shih Tzu fanciers would settle down and breed exactly to that standard. It has never been the case. Controversy over Shih Tzu size still rages. Shih Tzu – The Hotly Contested Shih Tzu Size Part Ii In addition to the writings of Colonel Burkhardt regarding the practice of cross-breeding the Shih Tzu with Pekingese to reduce size, there is also published information of a booklet by Madam Lu expressing a similar opinion. These writings were done by someone connected with the newly formed Peking Kennel Club. The Shih Tzu Tibetan Heritage There has also been opinions that the Tibetan Lion Dog is the result of a cross between the Lhassa Terrier and the Pekingese. The dogs of each country, the Lhassa Terrier from Tibet and the Pekingese from China had been taken to the other country from time to time. The Shih Tzu’s Relationship To The Pekingese Some westerner breeders challenge the assumption that the Shih Tzu from Tibet were on occasion interbred with the native Pekingese to reduce the Shih Tzu to a smaller size. However, there are those in China at the time who probably have a better position to know exactly what did happen. The Tibetan Lion Dog (shih Tzu) The earliest “Lion Dog” in Tibet had long hair, were small in size and similar to the Maltese in type. As Tibet and China exchanged traditions and beliefs of culture and religion, the exchange of dogs became a two-way affair as well. How Should You Feed Your New Infant? A lot of people “think” infant formula is as good as breast milk. There are also a growing number of people who are becoming increasingly uncomfortable with mothers breast-feeding their infants in public. Quite frankly a woman’s breasts were created primarily as the main source of nutrition for human infants. Tips On How To Handle The Picky Eater Toddler And Young Child If your child is a picky eater you can still learn ways to give him or her the nutrition that is needed. There are a variety of reasons why a child may become a picky eater. If you can understand what might be causing his picky eater behavior life can be a little less frustrating for all concerned. Know The Signs And Symptoms Of Preterm Labor Full term pregnancy is 37 weeks. If you go into labor before 37 completed weeks of pregnancy, this is preterm or premature labor and too early for your baby to be born. Preterm or premature babies have a higher risk for lifelong or life-threatening health problems. Diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorders An early diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder is important so that earlier needed interventions can begin, however, there are still many concerns about “labeling” a young child with autism spectrum disorder. There is a lot of evidence that indicates intensive early intervention in optimal educational settings for at least 2 years during the preschool years is very effective in improving outcomes in most young children with autism spectrum disorder. The Importance Of Prenatal Care And What To Expect All women expecting a baby need prenatal care. Prenatal care can be provided by a doctor, midwife or other health care professional. The progress of a pregnancy and to identify potential problems before they become serious for either mom or baby is the reason you need prenatal care. You as the mother will benefit from prenatal care. Artificial Sweeteners Safety People naturally like the sensation of “sweetness.” There are foods naturally sweet that contain important nutrients to support health. These include: • Fruit • Breast milk Avoid Fad Diets That Promise Magic Cures And Miracle Weight Loss Fad diets are appealing because they usually promise slim and trim figures with very little effort. Most fad diets work in the beginning, but diets that restrict certain food groups or promise unrealistic results are difficult and/or unhealthy to sustain over time. When you go back to your usual eating patterns, the weight comes back on and sometimes with extra pounds. This is called the “yo-yo effect” of losing and regaining weight. Solo Time For Babies And Toddlers Is A Positive Learning Experience Experts agree it is important for babies and toddlers to have time by themselves – solo time. Interaction with adults and peers is vital; however, it is just as important that your baby and/or toddler learn how to spend time by themselves. Some of the benefits of solo time include: Coping With Fatigue Are you feeling tired a lot for no apparent cause or at least that you can think of? Ever wonder what is making you feel so tired all the time? Fatigue can have many different causes that may include: • Lack of sleep: You might be surprised to know that getting even an hour less than you normally get can leave you drowsy the next day. Sources Of Stress For Families Of Children With Autism Parents are already familiar with the stress that comes with preparing meals, bathing, homework, shopping and so on. In addition to these stressors are those parents meet with parent-child conflicts, time schedules to meet and a child’s well-being in general. A family who has a child on the autism spectrum experiences added unique stressors. Symptoms And Treatment Of Heart Failure Do you know the symptoms of heart failure? You may not even have symptoms, or the symptoms may be mild to severe. Symptoms can be constant or can come and go. Symptoms of heart failure are: Changes You Can Expect Through The Aging Process As you age time creates change on the body’s organs and systems. Everyone is unique in the aging process. How you age is unique as well as when you age. There are some typical changes, however, common to everyone. In this article you will learn about some of those changes that take place during the aging process. Health Benefits Of Omega-3 Fatty Acids The American Heart Association recommends people eat fish (particularly fatty fish) at least two times a week. Fatty fish sources include: • Mackerel • Lake trout • Herring • Sardines • Albacore tuna • Salmon Food Allergy Labels Easier To Understand If you are concerned about food allergy it is good to know the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires all food manufacturers to list common food allergens on food labels. Even better is: Food manufacturers are required to list the common food allergens in simple terms that adults and older children can easily understand. These labeling requirements are to help us reduce the chance of an accidental allergic reaction to a food. These food label requirements were revised in January of 2006. Lower Risk Of Heart Disease By Increasing Your Hdl Cholesterol Level The best way to lower your risk of heart disease is to reduce LDL cholesterol and increase HDL cholesterol. Increased risk of coronary artery disease is caused by the bad cholesterol buildup (LDL cholesterol) that forms plaques. These plaques make arteries hard and narrow, which contributes to coronary artery disease. Getting Started With A Walking Routine You have finally decided to get fit, to feel better and have more energy to do all things you want to do. Don’t jump in too quick! You need to help your body adapt to the demands of repetitive movement. Take time to warm up and stretch before you exercise. Don’t forget to cool down afterward. Calcium Sources To Help Reduce The Risk Of Osteoporosis To help reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis most physicians encourage women to eat fat-free and low-fat dairy products. Dairy products are rich in calcium. In the disease of osteoporosis the bone loses calcium and becomes less dense, which can cause the bones to break more easily. Lifting Weights Properly To Help Prevent Injuries You are off the couch and into the gym on the treadmill now for about 7 days. You have worked your way up to about 21 minutes on the treadmill and even lost two pounds. Is it time to get on the other machines? In this article read some do’s and don’ts of weight training proper technique. Four Important Elements Of A Good Rounded Fitness Training Routine Part Ii In part I of this series I talked about the benefits of aerobic exercise. In this article I will discuss another important element of a good rounded fitness training routine: Muscular Fitness. A good way to fight age-related muscle loss is to incorporate some weight training into your fitness program. Weight training helps to tone muscles and will improve your appearance. Four Important Elements Of A Good Rounded Fitness Training Routine Part III In part I of this series I talked about the benefits of aerobic exercise. In this article I will discuss another important element of a good rounded fitness training routine: Muscular Fitness. A good way to fight age-related muscle loss is to incorporate some weight training into your fitness program. Weight training helps to tone muscles and will improve your appearance.

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