Living With a Shih Tzu: Book with Bonus DVD (Living with a Pet)
Mischievous, quick-witted, and beautiful, the Shih Tzu has it all!Living With A Shih Tzuis designed to tell you everything you should know about this glamorous breed.You’ll find advice on a wide range of topics tailored specifically to the Shih Tzu, starting with puppy care and training, moving on to adolescent problems, and then looking at the best lifestyle for the adult Shih Tzu.For those who want to keep their Shih Tzu in full coat, there is an illustrated step-by-step guide from experts, plus a special section dealing with dogs who dislike being groomed. Nutrition and the dangers of obesity are examined, for the Shih Tzu is no lap dog—he is an intelligent, lively animal who needs plenty to do. His active nature is demonstrated in a chapter called “Broadening Horizons,” which tells stories of Shih Tzus who have competed at the highest level in Obedience and Agility. The loving nature of this little dog from Tibet is brought out in heart-warming interviews with those who have trained Shih Tzus as therapy dogs, giving comfort to many people. The lives of still other men and women have been transformed by Shih Tzus trained as assistance dogs.Finally, well-known veterinarian Trevor Turner writes on the health of the breed. He describes a comprehensive program of health care that will ensure your Shih Tzu of a long, happy, and healthy life.