Shih Tzu Question and Answer
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Why would "high end" AKC breeder sell low?I recently lost a shih tzu at 4.5 years do to congenital kidney issue (over-breeding). I am terrified of finding another like this. Been researching many sites/breeders. Can anyone tell me why a breeder with 8 female AKC mommies,...
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giving pillsI have to give my shih tzu two pills a day but she won't open her mouth for me and when I put them in her food, she smells it and won't it the pieces of meat with the pill in it. What else can I do to get her to take these pills?
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Grooming HelpMy Shih Tzu gets groomed every two months. After a month or so I notice he has what looks like cataracts, but when I look closer I find that a hair(s) has matted over his pupil. It also explains why he sometimes misses when jumping...
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My granddog missyi have shih tzu that is 16+ years old. she has congested heart failure,she is blind for the most part. we have to pick her up and take her outside. she uses the bathroom any where in house. just want to know if it would be best to...
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strange behaviourI have just got a 1 y old male Shih Tzu dog. I have 2 kids a boy aged 4 and a girl aged 6 the dog is fine with my son but is obsessed with my daughter barks and cry's at her constantly and keeps nibbling her and trying to nuzzle her...
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sexual arousal in an alterd dogmy sister has a shih tzu 18 months old he has been alterd but gets sexualy aroused whitch lasts almost an hour he cant move when in this state
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Shih Tzu SnappingOur Shih Tzu has recently begun suddenly to pounce at the children attempting to bite them in the face. We had the one situation where she was surprised out of her sleep so we can perhaps understand that one but the recent sudden...
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bathing while on heat cycleIs it ok to take my Shih Tzu a bath while shes in heat ?
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shih tzu house trainI was given a 2 yr.old shih tzu that was living in a appartment i ve had her for 3 mon. now how much longer if any will i have her house broke ? thanks mary
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How are they with other dogs in the household??? I have a Cavalier King Charles who is ...How are they with other dogs in the household??? I have a Cavalier King Charles who is very sweet and timid. Is this dog the alphadog type?
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up to how many puppies a shih tzu may give birth to?up to how many puppies a shih tzu may give birth to?
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We have a two year old what would he be like with a puppy of the same breed?
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How often in one month should I use my male as stud?How often in one month should I use my male as stud?
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is the removal of their tear ducts recomended?is the removal of their tear ducts recomended?
In Shih Tzu - Asked by Anonymous - 1 answers- my shih tzu has this black sticky gunk in his ears and i have no idea what it is.does any ...
my shih tzu has this black sticky gunk in his ears and i have no idea what it is.does any body know what it could be?
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I have a nine year old shih tzu. is she too old to have puppies safely.I have a nine year old shih tzu. is she too old to have puppies safely.
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I am getting a shih Tzu pure bred puppy from a private breeder. She has been e-mailing me ...I am getting a shih Tzu pure bred puppy from a private breeder. She has been e-mailing me pictures of the pup, and the last ones I got showed a raised scar-like line on his nose. He is only 4 weeks old and is dark chocolate in...
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How many puppys do shih tzus normaly have?How many puppys do shih tzus normaly have?
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At what age to Shih Tzus reach maturity and stop growing?At what age to Shih Tzus reach maturity and stop growing?
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I have a shih tzu who is will be 2 in May. Her hair has not gotten long enough to - to ...I have a shih tzu who is will be 2 in May. Her hair has not gotten long enough to - to drape the floor like I've seen in Pictures. At what age are most' shih tzu's hair long and flowing.
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I have a 8 month old Shihtzu, and I can't seem to break her out of eating her poop. It ...I have a 8 month old Shihtzu, and I can't seem to break her out of eating her poop. It there anything I can do to discourage her from doing this. I have tried picking it up ASAP, tried pills, called Potty Mouth, scolder her when she...
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what is the black stuff in my dogs ears?what is the black stuff in my dogs ears?
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my new 15 mos shih tzu is adorable but very strong dog smell. I have bathed her weekly, ...my new 15 mos shih tzu is adorable but very strong dog smell. I have bathed her weekly, its not enough. Is this common w/this breed?
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how old does my shih tzu have to be to have puppieshow old does my shih tzu have to be to have puppies
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I have taken my baby boy to the Vet. every month to get a shot for shedding.I know he ...I have taken my baby boy to the Vet. every month to get a shot for shedding.I know he shouldnt shed.I bath him 1 time a week and buy all the shampoo and con. from the vets.I dont know what to do .
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I am looking to purchase a mini shih tzu and I don't know whether to get a male or female. ...I am looking to purchase a mini shih tzu and I don't know whether to get a male or female. Is it difficult to take care of a female as far their menstrual cycle?
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my shih tzu has been bleeding for like 2 weeks and im getting a little concerned and her ...my shih tzu has been bleeding for like 2 weeks and im getting a little concerned and her vaginal area due to swelling and discomfort what could it be caused from? puppies maybe?
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What is the difference between a shih tzu and a lhasa apso?
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When does a pregnant Shih Tzu start to show?When does a pregnant Shih Tzu start to show?
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I have a six month old male shih tzu i just wanna know at what age can I start to breed him?I have a six month old male shih tzu i just wanna know at what age can I start to breed him?
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my shih tzu is having trouble goin to the bathroom, when she trys to go potty it only comes ...my shih tzu is having trouble goin to the bathroom, when she trys to go potty it only comes out of her butt a little...it does this about 1-3 times a week...shes 18 weeks... i am very worried about her... is there something wrong?
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I am wondering at what age is a male Shih Tzu is able to get a female Shih Tzu pregnant?I am wondering at what age is a male Shih Tzu is able to get a female Shih Tzu pregnant?
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My Shih Tzu seems to be in good health, every few days it throws up, is this normal for ...My Shih Tzu seems to be in good health, every few days it throws up, is this normal for this breed of dog?
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What is the average length between cycles for a shih tzu. I adopted one May and she went ...What is the average length between cycles for a shih tzu. I adopted one May and she went into to heat 3 days after we got her. Just wondering how much time I have before the next cycle
In Shih Tzu - Asked by Anonymous - 3 answers- I have a ten week old shih tzu puppy she's very sweet and active but she tends to breathe ...
I have a ten week old shih tzu puppy she's very sweet and active but she tends to breathe really fast at times. Should i be worried?
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I have a 9 month old male shih tzu and i just noticed that his testicles are swollen, i ...I have a 9 month old male shih tzu and i just noticed that his testicles are swollen, i have not noticed this before is this normal?
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We have a Shih Tzu that scratches a good deal. After 3-4 vets, we concluded that he has ...We have a Shih Tzu that scratches a good deal. After 3-4 vets, we concluded that he has allergys or a skin problem. If someone knows of a shampoo or other treatment, we would like to hear about them.
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My shih tzu had pups 10 days ago. before the pups where born she went on a walk daily. When ...My shih tzu had pups 10 days ago. before the pups where born she went on a walk daily. When can I take her on a walk again?
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My Shih Tzu is 9 weeks old. When can I start bathing her?
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I have a 9week old shihtuz pup i have had him a week he was fine until today he keeps going ...I have a 9week old shihtuz pup i have had him a week he was fine until today he keeps going to the toilet every 10-15mins its diarrhea with blood through it i haven't changed his food and he seems fine otherwise can anyone tell me...
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I have a shih tzu that is 49 days pregnant and will not eat much food. She's active and ...I have a shih tzu that is 49 days pregnant and will not eat much food. She's active and playful but will not eat much of her food. This is her first litter. Is this normal?
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I have an almost 9month old female shih-tzu female.I think she may be going through her ...I have an almost 9month old female shih-tzu female.I think she may be going through her menstrual period. How long does it last?
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How long will a Shih Tzu be in season?How long will a Shih Tzu be in season?
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