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December 18th, 2008 by Rebecca Simpson

If you are looking for your first Shih Tzu puppy, the absolute best place for you to look for Shih Tzu puppies for sale is with AKC licensed Shih Tzu breeders. Not only will you get a Shih Tzu puppy that is healthy, sane and under warranty, but you also get access to the advice of the Shih Tzu breeder.

Although puppy mills are concentrated on the east coast of America, they also occur in other parts of the country. Because of the incredible popularity of this feisty toy breed, Shih Tzus are a popular choice for puppy mills.

Your best bet for an ethical way to get a Shih Tzu pup is by putting your name on the waiting list of a local Shih Tzu breeder, or going to your local animal shelter. There are also Shih Tzu rescues just for Shih Tzus and Shi Tzu mixes. For a shelter near you, go to the US Shi Tzu Rescue website. Keep in mind that adoption fees for Shih Tzu puppies are usually more than for Shih Tzu adults, and can be a couple of hundred dollars, depending on the shelter.

You still will have to pay a three-figure adoption fee from Shih Tzu rescues, and you might not get papers with the pup. If you have never had a dog before, you don’t need to be taking on a second-hand puppy. Your best bet is with the American Kennel Club licensed breeders in your area. Either route you take, getting a pup will not be a quick process. Expect a few weeks to pass, unless the breeder just happens to have puppies for sale.

Why all the fuss and time? They do this to be sure you are matched with a puppy that matches your personality and lifestyle. They also want to know and help you with all of your questions on Shih Tzu puppy care so your puppy has a forever home with you. The biggest reason pets are abandoned is that the owners didn’t know what they were getting into before they brought the pet home.

Here is some basic Shih Tzu puppy care information that any animal shelter, Shih Tzu rescue or breeder will want you to know when you find the right Shih Tzu puppy for sale.

Shih Tzus need to live indoors ? they cannot handle changing temperatures too well. Shih Tzus are prone to ear infections and eye damage. Keep the ears clean ? and the rest of the body, too! You will need to go to a groomer every six weeks, at the very least, in order to keep on top of the coat.

Shih Tzu breeders will usually do all of the registration for you, and offer you a list of great resources on Shih Tzu puppy care that they recommend. Some Shih Tzu breeders will try and answer all of your questions ? but if they don’t know the answer, they should admit it and point you in the right direction. They may even be able to recommend a dog trainer and vet in your area. They are an invaluable support system in your adventure with a Shih Tzu puppy.

December 17th, 2008 by Carol Matthews

It is important to consider whether or not Golden Retriever puppies are right for you before you choose to add one to your household. This may be the right breed for you if you want a large and athletic dog. If you want a cheerfully natured dog with a wagging tail or if you want a dog that is up for various athletic activities and needs vigorous exercise, a dog that is dependable with most people and has a very steady temperament.

If you have other animals you want your dog to get along with or if you want a dog that will be eager to please you and therefore quite responsive to training a Golden Retriever is for you. For certain people these are factors that will attract them to the breed and for others they can also be factors that will turn them away from the breed. Before deciding whether or not a Golden Retriever puppy is right for you based on the above factors you also need to consider some negative points.

Up until Golden Retriever puppies turn about three years old they will be very vigorous. This means they will romp and jump, often sending things and sometimes people flying. This is why Golden Retriever puppies may not be best for households with small children, the elderly or the infirmed. If you still like the idea of a Golden Retriever but have someone like this in your household then you can consider getting an older Golden Retriever rather than a young puppy since the temptation to play roughly is too great for most Golden Retriever puppies.

You also need to consider the health problems your dog may have as it ages including joint and bone problems and eye diseases. The Golden Retriever is one of the riskiest breeds of all when it comes to health problems as a result of over breeding and poor breeding practices. Grooming is another factor you need to consider. Because of their feathered coat, the Golden Retriever will require regular brushing and combing in addition to the occasional trim.

Separation anxiety is another issue to consider. Golden Retriever puppies will experience this more than other breeds so they will need a lot of companionship and cannot be left alone for more than a few hours at a time.

The final behavior issue to consider is separation anxiety. Golden Retriever puppies require a lot of companionship because of this disorder, which they experience more than other breeds and should not be left alone for more than a few hours at a time. The Golden Retriever will use various destructive behaviors to express their displeasure at being left alone such as barking and chewing. So if you can’t be home during the day, the Golden Retriever may not be for you.

Finally you need to consider the shedding and odor factor. Golden Retrievers are a breed that sheds a lot, even when you pet them their fur will come off on your hands. Once it comes off expect it to stick like glue to your clothing, upholstery and carpeting. This means you will need to do a lot of vacuuming.

The breed also has the permanent dog odor that many don’t like, even with constant bathing it can be difficult to complete get rid of this smell.

December 17th, 2008 by Michelle Adams

There are few things cuter ? and harder to resist – than a new litter of Beagle puppies. With beseeching eyes and ears that are much too big for their bodies, it is no wonder that the Beagle has maintained its popularity for many years. However, like any new pet, you need to know what you are getting into before you bring that adorable bundle of fur home from the breeder.

This is why it is so important to educate yourself about the positive characteristics of Beagle puppies and the more challenging aspects of the breed as well. If you take the time to learn what you will be getting into with that adorable fur ball, you will be much more likely to train up a family pet that will be an enjoyable member of your clan.

Beagle puppies are bright and inquisitive creatures, which one would assume would make them a delight to train, right? Not so much, actually. Beagles are actually quite stubborn and their curiosity can get them into trouble on a regular basis. Because of this, your Beagle puppy will need to begin training about the same second that you set him down in your home for the first time. Establish the house rules early, because if you give a Beagle an inch, he will most certainly head for that mile.

Beagle puppies are natural pack animals, and will want to determine their place in their new pack with your family. You need to establish yourself as the leader of the pack, and the sooner you can do that, the better! Keep in mind that Beagles do not respond well to punishment training, however.

If you don’t want your Beagle to sleep on your bed, don’t let him, ever, even the first couple of nights, when his lonely cries are keeping up the whole house. Pick your battles with your Beagle puppy, but then win the ones you choose. Your dog will learn to respect you as the leader of his new pack.

The best place to find a healthy, happy Beagle for your family is from a reputable breeder. However, finding yourself face to face with an adorable litter of Beagle puppies may make the selection process seem close to impossible. Some helpful folks might suggest allowing your puppy to select you, but that process usually results in bringing home the boldest of the bunch. Those types of dogs are not always the easiest to train.

Your best bet in selecting from a litter of Beagle puppies is to find one that is curious and friendly, but doesn’t feel the need to be first to new visitors or the food bowl. A healthy, happy puppy is one that will romp at your feet and chew on your shoelaces. He may climb into your lap for some bonding time and then bound away to wrestle with one of his littermates.

By selecting the best dog for your family, you have made the first step in a successful relationship with your new pet.

December 17th, 2008 by Andrew Preston

You have made a wonderful choice in deciding to raise a Siberian Husky rescue dog and now you are probably wondering what you can expect from your new pet in terms of behavior. It all really depends on the trauma they went through in the past and what behavior they have come to expect from humans, but there is some good advice you can follow that will help you get your new pet used to its new life with you and make the transition a lot smoother.

The Siberian Husky was bred as a working dog so inactivity is not part of its programming. They need to run and if they have been caged for some time since their rescue then the first thing you are going to need to do is let them run for a little while. If you do not let them run you will have a very anxious dog so just let them get it out of their system and get used to it because running is what they do.

The Siberian Husky is bred as a working dog and while the Siberian Husky rescue dog can make a wonderful pet they still have that sense of duty built into them and that comes out when they start to take it upon themselves to protect their human family.

A Siberian Husky rescue dog can be a very loyal dog to you and your family and that can be a good and a bad thing. They are very responsive to training and when they become loyal to a family they can become aggressive to strangers. This is especially true of a Siberian Husky rescue dog that has known abuse and now feels loved. So you will need to socially train your Husky to accept other people and animals or else the results could be extremely bad.

The Siberian Husky can get a myriad of health problems and conditions and even if the wounds from abuse have healed you still need to get your dog to a vet on a regular basis to make sure that some of that abusive damage did not become permanent.

You never know how a dog’s body will react to abuse and the Husky can sometimes develop conditions such as digestive problems and eye problems so make sure you get your dog to the vet as often as possible.

Taking in a Siberian Husky rescue dog is a wonderful thing and if you attend to its care and attention needs properly then you will have a loyal and happy pet for many years to come.

Just remember to use positive reinforcement with your new Siberian Husky rescue dog because the dog has been through enough already without you punishing it and besides that the Siberian Husky does not respond well at all to punishment.

December 17th, 2008 by Jenny Donaldson

Pugs have been around for thousands of years in one form or another. It is generally thought that the Pug originated in China, although there is no way to confirm this. The first writings that mentioned very short-nosed little dogs did refer to Chinese dogs. Sometimes, it is not sure if these dogs were Pugs or Pekingese. It is also unknown what the Pug’s parent breeds were, but Pekingese had to have played a role somewhere.

Pugs come in a few colors, but two are the most recognized. One is solid black, and the other is fawn with an all-black face. The rarest acceptable color is called silver, which is a light grey body and a black mask. In the history of the Pug, many other colors popped up, but these are the only three colors now accepted by the American Kennel Club (AKC).

The Pug as we recognize it did not exist until the 1800’s. The Pug went through a long series of changes in body shape, body size and color that (for unknown reasons) some were encouraged while others were not. Some writings from Dutch traders in China indicated that there were longhaired and shorthaired Pugs, and that most of them were golden in color all over.

If Hogarth’s representations of his Pug were accurate, then Pugs in his day (1697 ? 1764) were probably barely recognizable as Pugs. They had longer legs, a slimmer body and a longer nose. They were bred in a variety of colors like fawn, black and silver. There were a limited number of Pugs brought to Holland, and then they spread out to other countries. It is commonly thought that Pugs were bred to small Bulldogs or an extinct small Mastiff in order to continue the breed.

If you are thinking of getting another family pet, consider the Pug dog. It will be a good, lovable family pet, eager to please and with a wonderful disposition. It will be excited to be with a family to play with, and to entertain with antics to get attention. They are such wonderful companion dogs that get along great with children, visitors to your home and all sorts of other pets. These things make it a great addition to a family. He will stay a smaller size, and love to go for walks. While they aren’t the greatest at being trained, they do try hard to please and will be fun to have around in so many ways.

Pug information such as the breed standard will also be clear on recognizing a Pug by temperament as well as bodily features. Unless a Pug has been severely abused, they won’t turn vicious. They are, for the most part, friendly, charming, very personable and get along with all kinds of species. They seem to thrive on being stared at and adored. Pugs will often seem to smile when they are pleased with how they have blessed the world with their presence.