A “Designer” Dog If you’ve never heard about it before – Care-tzu is a crossbreed between a Cairn terrier and a Shih Tzu, a so-called “Designer” dog. And what the heck is a “designer” dog you ask? Basically it’s the result of a cross between two purebred ones. A Purebred dog is that which characteristics are standard and written down, so they can be passed through generations and must be […] Introduction The word spaying means removing female reproductive organs ovaries; oviducts; uterus; uterine horns. A spayed (neutered) dog cannot produce sex hormones (estrogen and progesterone) and therefore lacks the ability to reproduce. This procedure may seem a good decision for owners who’d like to prevent unattended offspring, but it also has a few points, which makes spaying a double edged sword. Pros Birth control On the one hand, spaying is […] The Shih Tzu is an ideal dog for the whole family because they are very tender, cheerful, and faithful. They like playing and get on well with children. A good health and good appetite are the undoubted advantage of this decorative breed. The Shih Tzu dogs are long-livers, and with proper care they can live for about 20 years. What is the Best Way to Feed Shih Tzu You can […] Keeping of the Shih Tzu is not an easy task, as the representatives of this breed require constant care, attention and attendance. This means regular hygienic procedures and good nutrition. Wrong hair and skin care can cause very serious skin problems. The skin of dogs and its condition reflects the state of the animals and their inner being. Skin Diseases in Shi Tzu Skin diseases of Shih Tzu are generally […] Introduction Death. Alas, death is something that no living being can avoid. Nowadays cancer is considered as one of the most widely-spread causes of death, but not many people know cancer affects dogs too. And the best way to postpone the inevitable as far as possible is to know the symptoms and notice them in time. Of course, only a skillful vet can diagnose oncology with certainty, but the symptoms […] Introduction Selecting a name for your little ball of fur may be mind-blowing. You may be thinking all day long at the end of your wits and come up with nothing but Sparky or Max. No more brainstorms. Numerous popular names can be found here; and not only names but also criteria based on which you can name your dog. Good and Bad Names You will undoubtedly find the one […] Introduction The reason for mixing dogs of two different breeds is to “take” some desired features from each and “hand” them to the puppy. Both poodle and Shih Tzu are small toy-looking dogs. As you can guess, the crossbreed of them called Shihpoo (or Shoodle) has been bred not to make a better hound. But, whatever the features a breeder wants his crossbreed to endow with, sometimes the magic of […] Introduction It is commonly known that long haired dogs such as Shih Tzu are quite difficult to groom and that you cannot pick any shampoo and conditioner for their precious coat out of the blue. Characteristics of a Good Shampoo First of all, you should look for tearless, puppy-specific shampoo. Hypoallergenic shampoos also fit well, since they do not contain detergents, fragrances and other additives that are detrimental for your […] Introduction Alas, many pets make way to rescue agencies and pounds after they fail to understand which behavior is appropriate and which isn’t. If you don’t consider such an option for your little ball of fur, you should be really committed when training your dog and always apply gentle, positive approach without harsh punishments. “Den” Although Shih Tzu puppies are quite stubborn, housetraining of them is not that difficult. The […] Introduction Shi Chi is a name given to the small designer crossbreed of two other small dogs – a Shih Tzu and a Chihuahua. A Shi Chi was bred in the United States by using heterosis (hybrid vigor) method, which is aimed at enhancing traits of two species in their offspring. This technique was supposed to make a Shi Chi less prone to diseases and prolong his lifespan in comparison […]