The ideal situation is that you and the whole family can go and pick up the pup together but that is not often the case especially if you have selected a breeder that lives several states away from you. I must tell we have traveled 1,000 miles...

So you got a new puppy? Oh how exciting! Purchasing a new puppy can be a great experience for you or your whole family. I have been a breeder for the last 15 yrs so I have a little experience when it comes to owning a dog/puppy. The first and mo...

Few things are as pleasing and relaxing as playing with a small puppy. However, before you welcome this cute member to your family, consider going through this article. Bringing a new pet home is an exciting venture, especially when you do it ...

A new baby has arrived at your home and it is very sweet. If you have had dogs before, here are some good things to remember - if you have never had a dog, here are some good tips for you! Always remember that it is important to do things righ...

Every time a friendly dog walks up to us, wagging his tail and asking for attention, the first impulse is to stroke it back in return, offer it a biscuit, or, take one home for yourself. Mostly, it is the children in a family who clamour for a...

Training him to be well-behaved and obedient is fun but takes time. Having a pet requires commitment from the whole family. You must decide if you have time to bond with, exercise, groom and train a puppy. Dogs vary a lot in size, so think abo...

Puppy bite inhibition is actually a puppy's capacity to regulate the strength of their bite and their power to control when and when not to bite. Teaching a puppy not to nip is most likely the most critical concept they will ever learn. The me...

Puppy Proof Your Home for Your Shih Tzu Dog Have you thought to puppy-proof-your-home? Shih Tzu may not be like your own toddler or preschooler but you still need to keep them safe and out of harm's way. Luckily puppy proofing your home for a ...

Wow! How cute and adorable! Yes absolutely, and many a puppy has been bought on impulse just because they were 'irresistible' and often without any consideration as to what the demands would be in having a puppy as a new member of the family. ...

The first 6 to 12 months of a puppy's life are the most critical because it is during this life stage that the pattern for the dog's future health is set. The development of the skeletal frame is especially vital for the large and giant breed ...