| Everyone is surely going to get excited when trying to | | | | habits and mood swings. You can acquire information |
| adopt a Shih Tzu. Truly a man's best friend, you can | | | | from the previous owners of the dog. Some adult Shih |
| rely on your pet Shih Tzu in giving you company, | | | | Tzu may have some behavior issues. It is important to |
| cuddling up together and some can even guard your | | | | take note of them. |
| house. You need to review your personal lifestyle and | | | | * It may take some time and effort for an adult Shih |
| needs when adopting a Shih Tzu. It is a major decision | | | | Tzu to be completely comfortable with a new owner. |
| whether or not you would choose to have a puppy or | | | | * Take note that you need to introduce an adult Shih |
| an adult as a pet. Before deciding on which Shih Tzu | | | | Tzu to your children and other household members. |
| to adopt, here is some useful information that might | | | | This would help the dog be familiar with them and |
| help you decide. | | | | helps them refrain from biting or barking thinking that |
| On Shih Tzu Puppies | | | | they maybe strangers. |
| * Bringing up a puppy is an advantage because this | | | | * Adult Shih Tzu may not need your full attention unlike |
| means that you would guide its growth and well being. | | | | Shih Tzu puppies need and would require lesser trips |
| You would have the chance to raise it up according to | | | | to the veterinary. |
| what you want. This means you can ensure that it is | | | | * For a fully grown Shih Tzu physique and behavior is |
| properly nurtured with the right dog food, ensure that | | | | basically not a variable anymore. What you see is |
| necessary dog shots are given and prevent | | | | basically what you get. |
| heartworm at this early stage. Having your Shih Tzu | | | | * Most adult Shih Tzu is housebroken already so they |
| puppy personally trained is also a plus since you can | | | | would cause lesser damage to your belongings and |
| teach him exactly what you want. | | | | don't wake up at night like most Shih Tzu puppies do. |
| * You should adopt a puppy when it is at least 10 | | | | Usually, they have grown out of the impulse of |
| weeks old. Puppies need a lot of time to be cared for | | | | chewing things. |
| by their mothers. This is a crucial stage for them. They | | | | * An older Shih Tzu can easily adapt to other pets, like |
| somehow gain a psychological advantage for both | | | | other dogs or cats, if you have a group of them at |
| Shih Tzu puppy and for the mother dog as well. | | | | your household. |
| * A puppy can easily adjust to new surroundings as | | | | Adopting a Shih Tzu is not an easy task and choosing |
| compared to an adult dog. Although most Shih Tzu | | | | which one to adopt can be a little tricky too. Everyone |
| puppies may cause minimal to major damage to your | | | | loves sweet looking Shih Tzu puppies, but not |
| personal stuff while they are in the stage of teething. | | | | everyone can stand up to the tiresome house training. |
| They need to be housebroken and house training | | | | Though most would appreciate the bonding shared |
| needs a lot of time, effort and patience from the | | | | with them. |
| owner. | | | | Adult Shih Tzu need no great amount of guidance but |
| * There is no assurance of what a puppy would look | | | | can still turn out to be a lovable pet. Whichever you |
| like when it gets old. Also, his temperament might | | | | think is the right pet for you, just keep in mind that |
| change when he grows up. | | | | taking care of them requires a lot of time and effort. In |
| * Most pet owners love how Shih Tzu puppies can be | | | | return, they would always keep you company and has |
| entertaining. They are very cute and adorable pets | | | | ready smile with an excited wag of tail waiting for you |
| that is a hit for both children and grown ups. Shih Tzu | | | | everyday. |
| puppies can be easily regarded as one of the family. | | | | Author: Connie Limon. I raise Shih Tzu puppies from |
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| when adopting an adult Shih Tzu. Take note of its | | | | |