Product Description

The Shih Tzu is a noble member of the toy family. Discover special training methods geared specifically to this diminutive dog.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #268846 in Books
• Published on: 2006-10
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 207 pages

Features

• The Shih Tzu (Terra Nova Series) (Hardcover)

From the Publisher
Discover a whole new world of dogs® with these revolutionary, breed-specific guides accompanied by a free DVD.

From the leader in responsible animal care for over 50 years comes this exciting series of dog breed titles. Written by professional pet writers who are also experts on the breeds, each book is filled with valuable information on a variety of topics that are essential for cultivating health and happiness in a canine companion.

Every book in the Terra-Nova series contains:

* 208 pages of brand new text, featuring highly breed-specific information
* an extensive health chapter, reviewed and approved by a respected veterinarian
* chapters on feeding, grooming, and beginner and advanced training
* a bonus DVD featuring socialization, safety, and training advice from a professional dog trainer and detailed information from a veterinarian on what happens at the vet and how to perform regular home health checks
* a comprehensive resource section
* an ideal mixture of informative text and accompanying photographs--plus sidebars and tip boxes

From the Back Cover
There's no doubt about it--Shih Tzu are very appealing dogs. With their luxurious coats and sweet expressions, they are gorgeous animals. More importantly, they each have very individual personalities. Their temperaments comprise an unusual mix of independence combined with gentle warmth and a good sense of humor. Beyond appearance and temperament, the loveable Shih Tzu is endlessly adaptable to the needs of his family and is, above all else, a superb companion dog.

This total care guide contains colorful sidebars, boxes, and photographs that illustrate key topics essential to Shih Tzu owners. An excellent source of accurate, in-depth information, The Shih Tzu will help you and your family raise a healthy and well-behaved canine companion.

About the Author
Deborah Wood is one of America's most popular pet writers. She is the author of ten books, and she is also the pet columnist for The Oregonian newspaper. Deborah has won many awards for her work, including twice being named "Newspaper Person of the Year" at the annual Dog Writers Association of America writing competition. She lives in Portland, Oregon, where she competes in obedience trials with her Papillons and volunteers with her therapy dog at a children's hospital.

Customer Reviews

Nilgun Ebcioglu
I found all the necessary information I was seeking in this book.
I will raise my puppy excellent with the support of this book.

THE SHIH TZU (TERRA NOVA SERIES)
The Shih Tzu (Terra Nova Series) EXCELLENT BOOK WRITTEN BY A PERSON WHO LOVES DOGS AND SHIH TZU's IN PARTICULAR. HAS A LOT OF GOOD AND USEFUL INFORMATION.

Great reading for the Shih Tzu owner!
I really liked the way this book was written and put together. It did indeeed cover thing specific to Shih Tzus and was not a generic dog book. The DVD was a really nice bonus. I would recommend this book to anyone thinking about buying a Shih Tzu, or people like myself and wife who have had them for over 12 years. We currently have 3, and this book just reignites your passion for these fun little dogs.

Bill