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Your Happy Healthy Pet

The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs--now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly!

Once the favorite pet of the Chinese imperial court, the Shih Tzu today is a perennially popular companion dog--playful, affectionate, and irresistibly cuddly. This updated guide gives you all the information you need to understand, select, train, and care for a Shih Tzu, including:
* An in-depth look at the Shih Tzu temperament
* The fascinating history of the breed
* Tips for selecting a Shih Tzu puppy or adult dog
* Pointers on feeding, grooming, and health
* Savvy advice on housebreaking and basic training
* Bonus chapters available on companion Web site
Part I: The World of the Shih Tzu.

Chapter 1: What Is a Shih Tzu?

The Shih Tzu Head.

A Small but Solid Dog.

The Shih Tzu’s Coat.

A Rainbow of Colors.

What the Standard Means for You.

Chapter 2: The Shih Tzu’s Ancestors.

Little Lion Dogs.

Out of the Far East.

The Shih Tzu in America.

Top Dogs.

Shih Tzu in Other Countries.

Chapter 3: What Do You Get With a Shih Tzu?

Hairy Fellows.

Temperament Differences.

Self-Sufficient and Playful.

Set Limits.

Training Tactics.

That Shih Tzu Charm.

Chapter 4: Choosing Your Shih Tzu.

Beginning Your Search.

Finding a Responsible Breeder.

The Adult Dog.

What Your Veterinarian Should Know About Your Shih Tzu.

Part II: Caring for Your Shih Tzu.

Chapter 5: Bringing Your Shih Tzu Home.

Preparing for Your Puppy.

Food and Water Bowls.

Leash and Collar.

Puppy-Proofing Your Home.

Puppy Essentials.

Your Puppy’s Crate and Bed.

Limit Your Pup’s Freedom.

Keeping to a Schedule.

Socializing Your New Shih Tzu.

Chapter 6: Feeding Your Shih Tzu.

Understanding Dog Food Ingredients.

Reading Dog Food Labels.

When and How Much to Feed.

Obesity.

Supplements and Table Scraps.

Special Diets.

All-Important Water.

Chapter 7: Grooming Your Shih Tzu.

Basic Grooming Supplies.

Basic Grooming Manners.

Brushing Techniques.

Topknots.

Grooming and Health Care.

Bathing Your Dog.

Drying and Combing Out Your Dog.

Cutting Your Dog Down.

Choosing a Groomer.

Fleas and Ticks.

Making Your Environment Flea Free.

Other Itchies.

Chapter 8: Keeping Your Shih Tzu Healthy.

Finding the Right Veterinarian.

Routine Health Care.

Common Health Problems.

When to Call the Veterinarian.

Internal Parasites.

Inherited Disorders.

Poisoning.

How to Make a Canine First-Aid Kit.

Emergency First Aid.

Why It’s Best Not to Breed Your Dog.

Caring for Your Older Shih Tzu.

Part III: Enjoying Your Shih Tzu.

Chapter 9: Training Your Shih Tzu.

Understanding Builds the Bond.

Practical Commands for Family Pets.

Training for Attention.

Teaching Cooperation.

Chapter 10: Housetraining Your Shih Tzu.

Your Housetraining Shopping List.

The First Day.

Confine Your Pup.

Watch Your Pup.

Accidents Happen.

Scheduling Basics.

Appendix: Learning More About Your Shih Tzu.

Index.

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Pets

Dogs

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Publié par	Turner Publishing Company
Date de parution	04 juin 2010
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Table of Contents

Title Page
Copyright Page
About the Author
About Howell Book House

Part I - The World of the Shih Tzu

Chapter 1 - What Is a Shih Tzu?

The Shih Tzu Head
A Small but Solid Dog
The Shih Tzu’s Coat
A Rainbow of Colors
What the Standard Means for You

Chapter 2 - The Shih Tzu’s Ancestors

Little Lion Dogs
Out of the Far East
The Shih Tzu in America
Top Dogs
Shih Tzu in Other Countries

Chapter 3 - What Do You Get With a Shih Tzu?

Hairy Fellows
Temperament Differences
Self-Sufficient and Playful
Set Limits
Training Tactics
That Shih Tzu Charm

Chapter 4 - Choosing Your Shih Tzu

Beginning Your Search
Finding a Responsible Breeder
The Adult Dog
What Your Veterinarian Should Know About Your Shih Tzu

Part II - Caring for Your Shih Tzu Shih Tzu
Chapter 5 - Bringing Your Shih Tzu Home

Preparing for Your Puppy
Food and Water Bowls
Leash and Collar
Your Puppy’s Crate and Bed
Limit Your Pup’s Freedom
Keeping to a Schedule
Socializing Your New Shih Tzu

Chapter 6 - Feeding Your Shih Tzu

Understanding Dog Food Ingredients
When and How Much to Feed
Obesity
Supplements and Table Scraps
Special Diets
All-Important Water

Chapter 7 - Grooming Your Shih Tzu

Basic Grooming Supplies
Basic Grooming Manners
Brushing Techniques
Topknots
Grooming and Health Care
Bathing Your Dog
Drying and Combing Out Your Dog
Cutting Your Dog Down
Choosing a Groomer
Fleas and Ticks
Other Itchies

Chapter 8 - Keeping Your Shih Tzu Healthy

Finding the Right Veterinarian
Routine Health Care
Common Health Problems
Internal Parasites
Inherited Disorders
Poisoning
Emergency First Aid
Why It’s Best Not to Breed Your Dog
Caring for Your Older Shih Tzu

Part III - Enjoying Your Shih Tzu
Chapter 9 - Training Your Shih Tzu

Understanding Builds the Bond
Practical Commands for Family Pets
Training for Attention
Teaching Cooperation

Chapter 10 - Housetraining Your Shih Tzu

Your Housetraining Shopping List
The First Day
Confine Your Pup
Watch Your Pup
Accidents Happen
Scheduling Basics
Appendix - Learning More About Your Shih Tzu
Index
Teaser chapter
Bonus 2
Bonus 3
Bonus 4

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data:
White, Jo Ann, date.
ISBN-13: 978-0-7645-8384-1 (cloth: alk. paper) ISBN-10: 0-7645-8384-0 (cloth: alk. paper)
1. Shih Tzu. I. Title. II. Series.
SF429.S64W48 2005
636.76—dc22
2005002072

Illustrations in chapter 9 by Shelley Norris and Karl Brandt
Book production by Wiley Publishing, Inc. Composition Services
About the Author
Jo Ann White acquired her first Shih Tzu in 1967, before the breed was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club. Thus began her ongoing love affair with this delightful breed. Her first champion, who did not want to stop going to dog shows when she retired from the conformation ring, became the first Shih Tzu bitch in the United States to earn both a show championship and an obedience title.
Jo Ann has bred and/or owned about twenty champions and several obedience titlists under her Heavenly Dynasty kennel name. She is the former president of the American Shih Tzu Club, which awarded her a lifetime membership for extraordinary service to the breed in 2004, and is vice president of the Shih Tzu Fanciers of Central Florida.
Jo Ann is the author of several other books, including The Official Book of the Shih Tzu, and numerous magazine articles about dogs. She has been the Shih Tzu breed columnist for the AKC Gazette since 1988. A freelance reference book writer and editor with particular interest in the Third World, she now lives on the Gulf Coast of Florida with two retired and very spoiled Shih Tzu. Many of the photographs in this book were taken by her late husband, Richard Lawall.
About Howell Book House
Since 1961, Howell Book House has been America’s premier publisher of pet books. We’re dedicated to companion animals and the people who love them, and our books reflect that commitment. Our stable of authors—training experts, veterinarians, breeders, and other authorities—is second to none. And we’ve won more Maxwell Awards from the Dog Writers Association of America than any other publisher.
As we head toward the half-century mark, we’re more committed than ever to providing new and innovative books, along with the classics our readers have grown to love. This year, we’re launching several exciting new initiatives, including redesigning the Howell Book House logo and revamping our biggest pet series, Your Happy Healthy Pet™, with bold new covers and updated content. From bringing home a new puppy to competing in advanced equestrian events, Howell has the titles that keep animal lovers coming back again and again.
Shopping List
You’ll need to do a bit of stocking up before you bring your new dog or puppy home. Below is a basic list of some must-have supplies. For more detailed information on the selection of each item below, consult Chapter 5. For specific guidance on what grooming tools you’ll need, review Chapter 7.

• Food dish
• Water dish
• Dog food
• Leash
• Collar
• Crate
• Nail clippers
• Grooming tools
• Chew toys
• Toys
• ID tag
There are likely to be a few other items that you’re dying to pick up before bringing your dog home. Use the following blanks to note any additional items you’ll be shopping for.

Pet Sitter’s Guide
Part I
The World of the Shih Tzu
The Shih Tzu
Chapter 1
What Is a Shih Tzu?

For hundreds of years, Shih Tzu have been bred to be human companions, and their friendly, outgoing personality reflects this fact. In pre-revolutionary China, it was a status symbol to own a dog who had no utilitarian function, such as hunting or guarding. Shih Tzu were highly prized in the imperial court, where they lived lives of luxury.
Because the Shih Tzu has always been intended as a companion, in both show dogs and pet dogs the correct temperament is of the utmost importance. Shih Tzu are alert, arrogant, and affectionate. They love people and other dogs, big and small. Everyone is this breed’s friend. It is most unusual and highly undesirable for a Shih Tzu to be nasty, overly aggressive, nervous, or shy.
But people love them for their looks, as well. The Shih Tzu’s unique head and expression distinguish the breed from two other related Oriental breeds, the Lhasa Apso and the Pekingese. Although the Shih Tzu is classified by the American Kennel Club (AKC) as a member of the Toy Group, the dog is solid and sturdy. Many consider the Shih Tzu to be a big dog in a little package, in both temperament and substance.
The Shih Tzu breed standard describes the ideal specimen of the breed. Although the perfect dog has never been born, dog show judging is based on how closel