Table Of ContentPART ONE: Welcome to the World of the Shih Tzu. 1. What Is a Shih Tzu? 2. The Shih Tzu's Ancestry. 3. The World According to the Shih Tzu. PART TWO: Living with a Shih Tzu. 4. Bringing Your Shih Tzu Home. 5. Feeding Your Shih Tzu. 6. Grooming Your Shih Tzu. 7. Keeping Your Shih Tzu Healthy. PART THREE: Enjoying Your Dog. 8. Basic Training (Ian Dunbar, Ph.D., MRCVS). 9. Getting Active with Your Dog (Bardi McLennan). 10. Your Dog and Your Family (Bardi McLennan). 11. Your Dog and Your Community (Bardi McLennan). PART FOUR: Beyond the Basics. 12. Recommended Reading. 13. Resources.
SynopsisAt last, a book about your pet that emphasizes total care, training and companionship! You2ll not only learn about the specie-specific traits of your special pet, you2ll also learn what the world2s like from your pet2s perspective; how to feed, groom and keep your pet healthy; and how to enjoy your pet through training and activities you can do together. The Shih Tzu is written by a breed expert and includes a special chapter on training by Dr. Ian Dunbar, internationally renowned animal behaviorist, and chapters on getting active with your dog by long-time Dog Fancy magazine columnist Bardi McLennan. Best of all, the book is filled with info-packed sidebars and fun facts to make caring for your pet easy and enjoyable., An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet is the series to turn to when you want a basic reference that's reliable, up-to-date, and complete. These guides feature: Expert authors, plus renowned guest contributors on specialized topics Full-color photos throughout Basic information on the breed, species, or topic Complete coverage of care, health, grooming, training, and more Tips and techniques to make life with a pet more rewarding