2007-07-07 17:25:25 · 7 answers · asked by smartie123789 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
As soon as the hair is long enough to gather it up on top. I have 3 long haired shih tzus ranging in age from 8 months to 4 years . We started putting their hair in top knots as soon as they had enough hair. Besides looking good it helps to prevent eye infections by keeping the hair out of their eyes.
2007-07-08 05:19:39 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi... I bet that is a cute pup... I'd get the sweater, and if you have snow, clear a small area close to the house for her to go to the bathroom. While i know people opt for pee pads and dog litter, i find it turns a home into a doggie toilet. Meanwhile, your other dogs might get the idea it's ok to go in the house, as well as outside. I think all dogs are relatively easy to housebreak, unless they have anxiety or are fearful for some reason, then it's a bit more difficult. There will always be an accident from time to time during the process, as you know. As far as the advice you find on your journey through the internet, take what you feel is most sensible and what you think would work out for you. I have a friend with a shih tzu and she is a very good little dog, well adjusted. She likes kids; however, my friend has always taken her to the grandkids' houses and so she's known them all her life. They range in ages from 2 - 15 years old. She's comfortable enough. Any dog would benefit from puppy classes. As for your other dogs, let them know when they are overstepping their boundaries with the pup - clap and say NO , or do whatever it is you do to get their attention.... i'm sure you'll do a great job.
2016-05-21 01:49:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As soon as his hair is long enough.
Be forwarned though, some shih tzu's like top knots and some dont. My female, Tasha, hated top knots and tried to rip them out faster than you could get it on her. My male, Snickers, on the other hand, loves it and struts around like the King of the house when he has his hair up.
When you put it up, tell the puppy what a good girl/boy s/he is and how pretty s/he looks. It might help.
2007-07-07 17:30:52 · answer #3 · answered by Annie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the dog's coat. I recommend trying to train the topknot as soon as the puppy has enough hair. However, you have to be VERY careful not to pull the hair up too tightly or you can injure the dog, and no one wants to do that to such a cute baby like a Shih Tzu puppy. :)
2007-07-10 16:05:11 · answer #4 · answered by pamperedrotten 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi, I understand that you are looking for some advice or resources to help fully train your dog or fix behavior problems. If a professional dog trainer is not an option at this time, or if you want to trt training your dog on your own (a great way to bond), I'd suggest you https://biturl.im/aU895
A friend recommened it to me a few years ago, and I was amazed how quickly it worked, which is why I recommend it to others. The dog training academy also has as an excellent home training course.
2016-05-31 23:33:00 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask Cheryl Ann
http://www.fantasiashihtzu.com/
She can help you with it. She is the bestest!!
I started my pup getting used to it at 8 weeks with small rubber bands, the non hair ripping kind, and a small clip. No problems.
2007-07-07 17:31:35 · answer #6 · answered by Kiki B 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As soon as the hair grows long enough!
2007-07-07 17:38:14 · answer #7 · answered by Dances With Woofs! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋