| Many times people will decide they want a new pet | | | | away from home several hours a day your Fur-baby |
| based upon the way a dog looks or some story they | | | | will be lonely. Loneliness in a dog can result in |
| have heard about the breed. There is no denying | | | | unfortunate consequences. He/she may bark or |
| that Shih Tzus (often misspelled as Shitzu, Shihzoo, | | | | whine non-stop or your little baby may look for a |
| Shihsue, etc.) are adorable. They are small and the | | | | way to entertain himself -often this is chewing on |
| perfect lap dog. | | | | things that you would prefer he didn't. |
| If you like small dogs then you are sure to like this | | | | Ideally you will be able to spend most of your waking |
| dog breed. Shih Tzu are non-shedding, making them a | | | | hours with your pet by your side. But if that is not |
| good choice for persons with allergies. They are | | | | possible you will need to find ways to keep him safe |
| intelligent and lively and as happy to be with a single | | | | and out of trouble while you are away. Many dog |
| person as they are to be with a large family. Because | | | | parents have found that the use of a doggie play |
| they are small they do not require a lot of space - | | | | pen works well for this. They are large enough to |
| they are even content living in an apartment. | | | | allow plenty of play area, a bed, and a puppy pad |
| But there are many things to consider before adding | | | | space. |
| a new Shih Tzu dog to your family. Perhaps the most | | | | Although the doggie play pen will prevent any |
| important matter is that Shih Tzu are a huge | | | | destruction of your items it does not help to keep |
| responsibility. You must be committed to providing | | | | your Shih Tzu company. A great solution to that is |
| proper care for them for their lifespan. | | | | adding another Fur-baby. This is especially true of |
| You will need to consider your lifestyle and how a | | | | puppies. You will then have the fun and |
| Shih Tzu will fit in. Shih Tzus prefer not to be alone. | | | | entertainment of watching the two of them play and |
| They are the ultimate companion dog. If you are | | | | grow together. |