Pet Care Information

Brushing and combing out the Shih Tzu coat of hair is the most laborious and time-consuming chore in Shih Tzu dog grooming. A knowledge of some “tricks of the trade” will help cut down on this labor time, especially so in cases of badly matted Shih Tzu coats. The longer the coat of [...]

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From the beginning of time, dogs and humans have made great companions. Not only are dogs extremely faithful, but they are notorious for displaying unconditional love to their human companions. It is our job as their companions to properly care for and look after our beloved dogs. In this article, we will discuss 10 tips [...]

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The old adage, the better the photo, the better painting certainly holds true with pet portraits. As a pet portrait artist, I am continually perusing through photos that people send to me to find the perfect pose to use for a memorable portrait.
The very best view for the photo is to be eye level with [...]

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There are many devices used in the world of shih tzu training, and some are obviously more effective than others. One of the shih tzu training devices that does work well, however, is known collectively as the head collar.
The head collar is a device that is designed to wrap around the nose of the [...]

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You may or may not agree with this statement but I truly believe that toy pomeranian puppies are the cutest ever. They are so fluffy and cuddly. A puppy of any dog breed is gorgeous I know, but they grow up into big dogs and that is the difference with the pomerian (as some people [...]

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I’ve recently participated in a new refresher course in dog training. This wasn’t really on my agenda but a few circumstances developed that lead me down this path of re-education. It all started when my wife came home one Saturday afternoon and mentioned she had found a dog wandering loose. She dropped it off at [...]

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These allergic symptoms can include itchy skin, red and dry eyes, nasal congestion, sneezing, and difficulty breathing. It may take you a while to realize that the allergies are coming from your cat. If your allergies didn’t arise until after you’ve had your cat for awhile, it can be very difficult to give your beloved [...]

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Training your dog will help him to be a more obedient animal. It will also help him to be a better pet. The time that you spend investing in this training will reward you for many years. Your pet will be closer to you and will respect you even more. And, it [...]

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The Pointer is a dog on the go. She has a lot of energy and needs plenty of exercise. She keeps herself clean and does not require much coat maintenance. She generally gets along well with other dogs and can be socialized early with other pets. She generally likes children, being a playful and happy [...]

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I write this as a memorial to the most innocent of birds. These were noble trusting souls. It is likely they had known only one human in their lives. The next human they came in contact with was their last.
I have never told this tragic tale before. I was warned not [...]

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