Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Tibet, China Group: Companion dog, Toy Height: 9-10 1/2 in. Weight: 9-16 lbs. Life span: 11-14 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes, with gentle older children Good with other pets: yes The Shih Tzu was a companion and watch dog in the Chinese imperial cours. Dogs brought from Tibet […]
Leashing your dog – a subject close to my heart. When you leash your dog, it’s an important part of teaching that you are the pack leader. And you have control of your dog when leashed. I’ve heard many stories from people who tell me of their off-leash dogs that would never disobey a command. […]
DNA testing for pets is similar to human DNA testing. With dogs and cats, DNA testing is used to determine breed background. This information gives owners reliable information about their pet’s history. It also provides your vet with information that will help in preventive treatments for breeds that are prone to certain diseases. When adopting […]
