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5 Surefire Ways to Show Your Dog You’re The Boss
Do you have problems at your house with who’s in charge? By that I mean, does your dog think he’s the boss? In your effort to form a stronger bond with your dog you may have inadvertently told him he’s the Leader of the Pack. Here are 5 simple and...
Canine Arthritis Medicine
Before you decide to give your dog canine arthritis medicine you should understand what arthritis is and why medication will ease your dog’s symptoms.
Arthritis in dogs is just like in humans, it is when a joint becomes inflamed. It can be...
Dogs - Things To Know Before Breeding
Dogs during Labor
Breeding dogs is an exciting experience. From the time a proper
mate is found to the point that the puppies are born, it is
crucial to take careful steps to make this successful.
Professional breeders do not breed...
Shih Tzu - For The Love Of Dogs
I have wondered just who are the ancestors of the shih tzu. Like all other dog breeds, shih tzu ancestors most likely come from five choices: Grey Wolf, Golden Jackal, Coyote, African Wild Dog. It is hard to imagine our little shih tzu baby dolls...
The History of Dogs
The History of dogs Dogs belong to the Canid family (Canidae). Dogs first appeared about 40 million years ago, before any other carnivore families like bears or cats. Carnivores have a pair of teeth similar to blades that are called carnassials....
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Schreiber, Johansson Build A 'Bridge' To A Classic
Liev Schreiber and Scarlett Johansson are starring in a widely praised revival of Arthur Miller's A View From The Bridge. They tell reporter Jeff Lunden that as in all great tragedies, this one's clashes and catastrophes have something of the inevitable about them.
Stargazing At The Opera
The Hayden Planetarium in New York takes opera to the moon with a new production of <em>Il Mondo Della Luna.</em> Diane Paulus and Philip Bussmann talk about merging cosmos footage with music, how science can enhance the arts and the future of technology and theater.
Shih Tzu - If Your Shih Tzu Suffers From Separation Anxiety.....
Separation anxiety, also known in the dog training world as
owner absent misbehavior, is one of the most frequently
encountered problems in the world of dog training.
Separation anxiety can manifest itself in many different ways,
including...
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Shih Tzu - Solving Your Shih Tzu's Jumping And Roaming Problems
Every shih tzu owner must eventually deal with some unwanted
behaviors on the part of their four legged companions. Some of
the most frequently encountered training problems with shih tzu
puppies and shih tzu dogs alike are jumping on people and
performing those amazing feats of escape.
Jumping up on people Jumping up on people can be a cute trick
for shih tzu puppies, but it quickly becomes a problem behavior
as the shih tzu gets older, larger and heavier. A very heavy
shih tzu can easily knock a child or even a small adult off his
or her feet, so jumping on people can be a dangerous problem as
well as an annoying one.
The reason shih tzu puppies and older shih tzu jump on people is
obvious - they are excited and happy to see them. Many people
are reluctant to discourage this exuberant behavior, but it is
important to redirect that happiness and energy in other ways.
Many well meaning owners, family members and friends
inadvertently encourage this jumping up behavior by picking the
shih tzu puppy up, kissing it or otherwise providing
encouragement.
This type of inconsistency is anathema to proper shih tzu
training, and in order for the shih tzu to be trained not to
jump, every member of the family must recognize and accept the
importance of the training. If one member of the family allows
the shih tzu dog to jump up while other family members do not,
the shih tzu will understandably become confused and frustrated.
The training must be firm, kind and consistent in order to be
effective.
One way to redirect the shih tzu dog's happiness and excitement
from jumping is to teach him to lift his paw when greeting you.
This "shaking hands" posture is an acceptable way for the shih
tzu to show his happiness and his respect. Many people even
teach their shih tzu to do simple tricks, like rolling over,
instead of jumping on people.
Escaping and roaming the neighborhood A responsible shih tzu
owner would never dream of allowing his or her shih tzu to roam
the neighborhood freely. Allowing a shih tzu to roam on its own
is irresponsible, dangerous (to the shih tzu and
Cheyenne Jackson On 'Song Travels'
The Broadway and <em>30 Rock</em> star performs a stripped-down version of Katy Perry's "Teenage Dream."
How Can I Deal With My Shih Tzu's Separation Anxiety?
Crating your dog when you leave him alone might seem easier, but
it may not be the best approach to keep him out of trouble. And
it may even cause your dog to experience more separation
anxiety. Crating was developed as a method of housebreaking....
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neighborhood), and probably even illegal. Most towns have
ordinances which prohibit dogs from being allowed to roam around
free, so you could be in legal trouble if your dog is found
wandering the neighborhood unattended.
Of course sometimes that wandering shih tzu is not the owner's
idea, and many dogs perform amazing feats of escape when left on
their own. The temptations for unattended dogs are many,
including passing bicycles, joggers, children, cats and other
dogs. It is much easier to prevent escapes than to recapture a
loose shih tzu, so let's talk about some preventative measures
every dog owner can take.
Removing the motivation to escape is a big part of the solution.
A bored shih tzu is much more likely to spend his day plotting
the great escape. A shih tzu that is surrounded by everything he
or she needs, like lots of toys, a soft bed, and plenty of fresh
clean, water, is more likely to spend his or her day contentedly
sleeping or playing with toys until the owner returns.
In addition, a shih tzu with lots of pent up, unused energy is
likely to try to escape. Try incorporating several vigorous play
sessions with your shih tzu into your daily routine. Make one of
those play sessions right before you leave. If your shih tzu has
a chance to work off his or her energy, chances are he or she
will sleep or relax much of the day.
Of course dealing with the shih tzu is only half the problem. It
is also important to make the property as escape proof as
possible, through proper fencing and other measures. For shih
tzu that dig, it may be necessary to extend the fence
underground by placing metal stakes in the ground every few
feet. For shih tzu that jump, it may be necessary to make the
fence higher. And if none of these measures work, it may be
necessary to confine the shih tzu to the house when you are not
at home.
About the author:
Connie Limon is a shih tzu breeder. She publishes a FREE weekly
newsletter. A professional newsletter with a focus upon health
and wellness for you and your pets. Discounts are offered to
subscribers. Sign up at: http://www.stainglassshihtzus.com
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