Author RSSPurchasing a New Dog or Puppy
It is an exciting time when trying to adopt a dog. Dogs are man's best friend for sure. Your pet dog will give you company. Cuddle up together. Some dogs can even guard your house. First step is to review your personal lifestyle and needs when adopti...
Time Management Tips for Working Moms
Time Management Tips for Working Moms
When you walk in the door, you see a stack of papers floating around your desk, and when you go home, just as at the office, you can’t find those important papers you need so desperately to stay out of trouble or...
Simple Tips to Improve Your Communication/Relationship Skills
Simple Tips to Improve Your Communication/Relationship Skills
Have you ever been to a function in a room full of strangers and found yourself lost for words?
The art of introducing yourself to others and creating small talk may come natural for som...
Does Your Shih Tzu Suffer From Heartworms?
Does Your Shih Tzu Suffer From Heartworms?
Dog heartworm is a common disease among canines in the United States. Discovered in 1856, the worms mainly live in your dog's heart and major blood vessels.
The worms, especially on worst cases, seriously ...
Puppy-Proof Your Home Before Your Shih Tzu Arrives
Ah, Shih Tzu puppies….so adorable, filled with boundless energy and curious about any-and-everything around them. Taking the appropriate steps to puppy-proof your home will go a long way in protecting these little ones from harm. Your precautions will a...
Overcome Your Winter Depression
In North America, it is estimated that 50 to 60 percent of the population is affected by winter depression. There is a broad spectrum of symptoms that arise, from a change in sleep patterns and weight gain, to overwhelming suicidal thoughts and the unfort...
Simple Tips to Help You Lose More Fat in Less Time
If you're looking to lose some unwanted body fat, this article will show a few simple, proven ways to shed more fat in less time.
Drink more water throughout the day. Drinking water will help you feel fuller throughout the day. You will be less like...
Traveling With Your Toy Breed Dog
Have you wanted to visit friends or relatives, or perhaps hike the trails at a scenic park? Did concerns over leaving your pet behind prevent you from going? Traveling with your pet is easier than you think.
Air travel with pets falls into two categor...
Differences in Professional Breeders and "backyard" Breeders
Early in the lives of the Shih Tzu puppies, the very best of care is crucial to well-rounded Shih Tzu puppy development. Dams and their litters do not survive alone. There is more to raising Shih Tzu and the Toy breed puppies in general than truly me...
Tips on Chihuahua Training
A good obedience class to train your Chihuahua is always helpful. However, you don't have to go to obedience classes. Many classes are especially for handling big, out-of-control dogs and may emphasize force methods to try and dominate and calm these ...
How About a Yorkshire terrier?
If you are looking for a dog that weighs only a few pounds with a big spirit, the Yorkshire terrier or Yorkie may be just for you. The background of the Yorkie goes back to the 18th century. During the Industrial Revolution in England, Scotsmen left t...
Help with Choosing the Right Dog Carrier
The choices for pet carriers have become dizzying! You can spend anywhere from $30 up to $1,000. There are pink carriers, crocodile-style, and genuine leather carriers, carriers that allow your dog's head to stick out and other carriers that make it i...
Chihuahua Puppy Is Coming Home
You have purchased your Chihuahua puppy and now preparing to bring it home. You want your new family member to feel comfortable in its new home and you want your home to survive this new family member. How should you prepare?
First of all decide wh...
What Chihuahua Puppy Really Makes Your Heart Race?
According to the AKC standard a Chihuahua should not exceed 6 pounds. In real life, however, they do. Some Chihuahuas weigh in at 10 pounds or more. Some Chihuahua have longer legs and are lighter boned that is described in the AKC standard. Their m...
Your Toy Puppy's First Check-up and Settling In
Try not to take your new puppy to the vet the very first day you bring him home. Allow your new toy puppy to get acquainted with its new family, home and surroundings. Do take your toy puppy to the vet within 48 to 72 hours and begin to establish a ra...