What do I need to know about my Shih Tzu puppy?
With wide-set, dark eyes, the Shih Tzu is a friendly, welcoming looking dog. Deeply affectionate, the Shih Tzu loves being a lap dog. They’re easily trusting of most people and love children. Due to their royal ancestry of living in palaces, they’re quite content being inside most of the day.
What can I expect from a Shih Tzu puppy?
Some basic items that your Shih Tzu pup will need are dog food, chew toys, food and water dishes, a collar and leash, identification tags, a soft bed, grooming supplies, and puppy pads. And because Shih Tzus are susceptible to heat stroke, your pup should have an air-conditioned room that they can stay in on hot days.
How do you handle a Shih Tzu puppy?
Routine Care, Diet, and Exercise
- Supervise your pet as you would a toddler.
- Regular brushing and grooming is needed to keep her coat beautiful.
- Shih Tzus often have serious problems with their teeth, so you’ll need to brush them at least three times a week!
- Clean her ears weekly, even as a puppy.
How do I know if my Shih Tzu puppy is good?
The Spunky Shih Tzu
- Excellent companion.
- Needs minimal exercise.
- Sweet, playful, and friendly.
- Alert, curious, and busy.
- Good around other pets and dogs.
- Intelligent, friendly, and easily won over.
What can a 2 month old Shih Tzu do?
2 months old: Puppies are often ready to transition to their new homes. At this age, pups can be easily startled, but fears are not fully set into place. Socialization continues. Free-feeding is done at this time.
Do Shih Tzus get jealous?
A Shih Tzu is generally affectionate, happy and loving, but they tend to be jealous too. Whether with kids or other pets, a Shih Tzu can turn into a green-eyed monster, unless you do something to ensure jealousy doesn’t rear its ugly head in your household.
How do I discipline my Shih Tzu?
Shih Tzus are highly sensitive to punishment and yelling, and may misbehave when frightened. Consequently, reward-based methods are best. Use a training clicker and treats to teach your dog commands such as “Sit” and “Stay.” Click the clicker as soon as your dog exhibits the right behavior and then give her a treat.
At what age do Shih Tzu puppies stop biting?
Typically, by the time the pup reaches the 1 year mark, his reasons for nipping, along with lessons learned, will have caused the behavior to cease. However, there are times that an adult Shih Tzu will start nipping as well.