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Training pet show dogs can be a very rewarding, and lucrative business in the canine industry. It may not be professional dog shows. It could be training pet puppies to bark in television shows or perform amazing canine feats. Let’s face it.

Most of us have seen a dog on television do a cute trick but have looked over at our pooch and wondered why he will not even fetch a ball. It is not him, it is the owner.

Training pet or pets to do what we want requires discipline. The basic dog psyche wants to please his or her master. Training specialist does advise starting off slowly and working up from there.

First, you need a training collar to help with the animal learning basic commands. These commands are: sit, lie down, stay and stop or come. The animal must be able to mind their owner.

After you have mastered the basic animal commands, and he has as well, it is time to play. Training experts say that it is important for a dog to enjoy his play. Drug sniffing canines are taught how to search out drug stashes through the use of a favorite toy.

They are trained by the act of playing. Of course, they are also well disciplined but training pet or pets to do important jobs also can be fun time for them.

Training pet show dogs is a little different than teaching your animal to sit, stay or roll over. This is one arena of animal ownership that requires the animal be impeccable.

As the trainer you are expected to know the hundreds of little rules that can cause a pet to win or lose the competition. The length of coat, the dog agility, and the teeth are but a few of the items that judges look at.

If your animal show training pet skills are not up to par, there are still competitions your animal can be entered into. One that strikes humor in many is the Ugliest Dog competition.

The phrase “a face only a mother could love” is absolutely true where some of these pets are concerned. Bald and wrinkled or hairy and bug-eyed, all types of dogs make this competition.

Training pet skills require study and many hours of practice. It is part of training your dog to do what you want it to. It does not have to be all work though. You can train your dog to be your own personal star.

He or she can fetch your paper or be trained to catch a Frisbee; the choice is up to you. The most important thing is to have fun with your friend and enjoy each other’s company.

What procedures are employed to maintain a Shih Tzu – pet or show – in optimum health? The areas important are:

1.Maintenance of high standards of health.

2.Feeding a scientifically balanced diet.

3.Establishment of a regular program of exercise.

The formality and detail of a system is a matter of personal taste, however, these three areas are of universal importance and must be included whether you are raising a single family pet Shih Tzu or you are maintaining a large kennel of Shih Tzu show dogs.

Raising Shih Tzu Show Dogs

You must employ greater care when conditioning the Shih Tzu show dog. This is true not only because the Shih Tzu represent a larger investment of money, but because the show dog Shih Tzu are forced into situations that are potentially much more damaging to their general health.

Shih Tzu show dogs are constantly on the go being transported from one part of the country to another. Shih Tzu show dogs travel hundreds of miles each week to maintain their show schedule. Such traveling is hard on people and it is hard on Shih Tzu. It disrupts the normal Shih Tzu routine of life. There is breaking of the routine for sleeping and eating. While the Shih Tzu may sleep in the crate as they travel, the situation is still not entirely the same as when the Shih Tzu are at home and sleeping. There are new strange noises that disturb the Shih Tzu’s’ rest, and the Shih Tzu does not sleep as soundly as he would at home. The Shih Tzu rest is also constantly disturbed during the night with the arrival of each new exhibitor.

A dog’s hearing is very much greater than human hearing. It is most likely the Shih Tzu will be disturbed many more times during the traveling than a human on the same trip. All of this can create a nervous strain on the Shih Tzu. The Shih Tzu may simply refuse to eat and have to be force fed. Some Shih Tzu never do make an adequate adjustment and are forced to retire from a show career, just as some humans do not adjust to the busy life of being a Hollywood Movie Star and may turn to alcohol or drugs to help them adjust or not be able to perform at all.

You must consider also that traveling from show to show in a small crate has to be physically exhausting for the Shih Tzu show dog. The motion of the car or the airplane, the noises and the strange fumes all can add to the Shih Tzu’s discomfort and does take its toll on their health and well being.

The Shih Tzu show dog has all the above mentioned areas of concern in addition to those general problems that exist for all Shih Tzu – pet or show. The general conditions of health, diet, and exercise must be watched constantly to prevent serious health problems for the Shih Tzu – pet or show.

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Originally posted 2009-10-25 03:56:29. Republished by Old Post Promoter

If you will not be hiring a professional Shih Tzu handler for the show ring, there are a few things you should know about how to protect yourself and your Shih Tzu so that neither of you are too discouraged right at the start.Do not try to be first to enter the ring if you are a novice. It will be much more educational for you to get behind a more experienced exhibitor or professional handler where you can observe and learn ring behavior and procedures. When you do enter the ring with your Shih Tzu, do so quickly and calmly. Have your Shih Tzu on a loose lead. Watch for the first opportunity to show your arm band to the judge for check in purposes. Then get in the line-up already forming in the ring. This is usually at the opposite side of the judges table. This move will give the judge a good opportunity to the second look at your Shih Tzu. Now, set your Shih Tzu up in a show pose.People play games in anything that is competitive to try and discourage a newcomer especially if the newcomer really has a good dog. This poses a threat to others who are competing with you and people do play games to try and make you or your Shih Tzu look bad.I suppose if it works in the world of politics to bad-mouth your competitor and opponents, it should work in all other situations is the thinking of individuals who stoop to this type of a tactic. And you definitely will meet up with this type in the show ring as well.This article is FREE to publish with resource box.

Originally posted 2009-10-22 03:24:26. Republished by Old Post Promoter

The Maltese is lovely, intelligent and playful as well as being cute cuddly – all characteristics that make a great pet! This breed originates from Italy and it is thought that it was first introduced in England by Crusaders returning from the Mediterranean. They were exceptionally popular with women who would carry them in the sleeves of their dresses! Not only a wonderful pet, this breed is also one of the most sought after show dogs.

A member of the American Kennel Club Toy Group, the Maltese was admitted to the AKC in 1888. They stand eight to 10 inches tall and weigh between 6 1/2 and 9 pounds. They can be long-lived if cared for properly and may have a life span of 15 years.

Though small, the mall tease Is fairly hearty and is well-known for his beautiful long white, silky coat. this breed has a single code of thick shiny hair which is very heavy and drapes down to the floor being over 8 inches long. The ears and tail are also thickly covered with hair and the tail drapes over the dogs back. The eyes are rather large, rounded and dark. This is a small dog but sturdy. Acceptable colors for the Maltese include white and light ivory.

The Maltese makes it great bad as it is gentle and loving as well as playful and lively. Devoted to their owners, these dogs are very intelligent and quite adept at learning tricks. Though small, they can be rather bold and will let you know if there are any suspicious noises about. They typically get along quite well with other animals, however some can be snappish and they may be difficult to house train.

with the Maltese Sea to need to watch out for a few health problems the strangest of which is that they can get sunburned a long the part down the middle. Other problems could include skin problems, eye problems, respiratory problems, tooth problems and slipped stifle.

The Maltese is active indoors but can do fine in an apartment as long as you take them for regular walks. This dog will be playful well into its older years so it kind of creates its own exercise and a yard is not necessary.

This breed does require a bit of grooming and should be brushed daily as well as have his eyes cleaned daily. Since the hair does fall into the eyes, some owners will tie the hair on the top of the head in a ponytail to make cleaning the eyes easier. To avoid staining of the hair, you should clean your Maltese around the mouth after each meal. You also need to clean the ears regularly and remove hair growing inside. They can be bathed or dry shampooed as often as you wish. The good thing is that despite their mass of hair they do not shed much.

The Head:The Shih Tzu show dog judge will look at the ear leather. He may raise the ears to check the length and thickness of the neck and to see if the neck is well placed on the shoulders. These are areas also that must be in compliance with the AKC standards of a Shih Tzu show dog. The Shih Tzu show dog judge may trace the angulation of the shoulders with his hands and the placement of the front legs beneath the body is checked. A Shih Tzu show dog judge may lift the dog up gently and let it down to see how well the Shih Tzu lands on its feet. He may check the thickness of the pads of the feet as well.The Shih Tzu show dog judge will check to see if the Shih Tzu is in good weight, not to thin or too fat. The weight is measured on a scale of 9 to 16 pounds as being appropriate for the Shih Tzu show dog. Under or over this weight would be a fault.The Shih Tzu show dog judge will check your Shih Tzus tail to see if it is set properly according to the AKC standard for tail set. The tail must be carried over the body to the correct degree. Angulation of hind legs is checked and a check for the strength of the hindquarters is also made at this time. An indication of weakness when the hocks are lightly twanged or evidence of cow hocks would be noted as a fault in your Shih Tzu. The hocks should be strong when moved gently back and forth. If your Shih Tzu is a male, this is the point in which the judge will count testicles. There must be two testicles present or the male Shih Tzu will be disqualified.This article is FREE to publish with resource box.

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Originally posted 2009-08-08 20:45:32. Republished by Old Post Promoter

Proper coat texture of your show dog Shih Tzu will be checked during the show dog judge’s examination. Proper coat texture of a show dog Shih Tzu should be lustrous. A lustrous Shih Tzu show dog coat is achieved by good nutrition, and high quality grooming aids. Good coats are also passed down through lines of selectively breeding Shih Tzu with good coats. With the improvement in dog nutrition and grooming aids today, however, there is really no excuse for a show dog Shih Tzu not to have a proper coat texture. If you start with inherited proper coat texture and provide your Shih Tzu with high quality nutrition, the coat can further be enhanced by high quality grooming aids to present the ultimate in beauty by the time your Shih Tzu enters the show ring. One word of warning, however, be sure not to enter the ring with evidence of powder or chalk, or too much spray, you will likely put yourself out of the ring.

When the show dog judge is finished going over the Shih Tzu completely he might step away from the Shih Tzu and give it a final over-all side view look. This side view look helps a Shih Tzu show dog judge keep a complete picture in his mind that he will compare with the next Shih Tzu that is put up on the table.

If you are handling your Shih Tzu yourself this last look is highly important. You should remember to keep your Shih Tzu on its toes. The last thing you want is for the judge to take that last look and find your Shih Tzu sitting or in some other forbidden activity. Do not be constantly putting each single hair in place or placing your Shih Tzu’s feet in the right position. This would be seen as over-handling. If your Shih Tzu is not able to stand on its own, look alive and ready for the next command he is not trained and ready for the show ring. Training is done outside of the ring. Performance is required at the show.

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There are rules and regulations you must follow if you want to show your Shih Tzu or any breed of dog. Among those rules are:

• To compete in conformation, your Shih Tzu or other breed of dog must be a purebred registered with a kennel club.

• Purebred Shih Tzu or other purebred dogs adopted from shelters or rescue groups can get a special listing which allows them to compete in performance events, but not in conformation.

• Registration papers must accompany the Shih Tzu or other breed of purebred dog to participate in dog shows.

• The UKC welcomes mixed-breed dogs to compete in performance competitions.

• Shih Tzu and other purebred dogs must be intact to compete in much of conformation.

• The Canadian Kennel Club has a class for spayed and neutered dogs to show in conformation.

• The Australian Shepherd Club of America is also trying out the idea of a class for spayed and neutered dogs to show in conformation.

• You do not have to own the Shih Tzu or other breed of dog. You can show someone else’s dog. There are professional handlers also.

There are places where you can practice showing a Shih Tzu and other breeds of dogs. They are called “matches.” Matches are specifically for practice. Judges of matches do not have to be licensed and/or approved by any kennel club. The Shih Tzu will not earn points toward a championship practicing in matches. A match is just a place for you and your Shih Tzu to get some experience. This is a wonderful place to learn how it feels to be in the ring before an audience and a judge. If possible, take advantage of matches.

There is stiff competition in the actual show ring. Do not even enter until you are fully prepared. You will only be wasting your money, which in the actual show dog arena can be “big bucks.” You can also destroy your reputation by entering the ring not fully prepared.

Be prepared to run into dog fanciers and Shih Tzu fanciers who snub the newcomers. They may even openly insult your dog and resort to dirty tricks in the ring. As with all groups of people, however, you will also meet kind exhibitors who love to share their joy for their breed and the sport. Be aware that how you handle yourself with the “bad” apples in the basket can also either make or break your reputation in the show dog arena.

Matches and shows are further subdivided. The most informal match is called the “workshop.” Other divisions of the match shows are:

• The fun match

• The sanctioned match

There are three types of sanctioned shows. These are:

• All-breed show

• Multi breed show

• Specialty show

All of the sanctioned shows offer championship points to the winners. They may be held indoors or outdoors and be benched or unbenched.

At a bench show all dogs entered for competitions are required to remain on the show grounds in their assigned space when they are not actually in the ring or being exercised or groomed. Among the few bench shows are:

• The Westminster on the East Coast

• The Golden Gate on the West Coast

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There are rules and regulations you must follow if you want to show your Shih Tzu or any breed of dog. Among those rules are: Purebred Shih Tzu or other purebred dogs adopted from shelters or rescue groups can get a special listing which allows them to compete in performance events, but not in conformation. The UKC welcomes mixed-breed dogs to compete in performance competitions. The Canadian Kennel Club has a class for spayed and neutered dogs to show in conformation. You do not have to own the Shih Tzu or other breed of dog. You can show someone elses dog. There are professional handlers also.There is stiff competition in the actual show ring. Do not even enter until you are fully prepared. You will only be wasting your money, which in the actual show dog arena can be big bucks. You can also destroy your reputation by entering the ring not fully prepared.Matches and shows are further subdivided. The most informal match is called the workshop. Other divisions of the match shows are:There are three types of sanctioned shows. These are:All of the sanctioned shows offer championship points to the winners. They may be held indoors or outdoors and be benched or unbenched. The Westminster on the East Coast
The Golden Gate on the West Coast

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The Shih Tzu’s coat for the show rings requires extra care. Some show people actually keep their Shih Tzu confined and caged to preserve the coat, or they wrap the coat or oil it. Those who do keep their show Shih Tzu confined and caged pay a price in loss of muscle tone in their dogs. Not all show people practice these methods for preserving their Shih Tzu’s long show dog coats. It is also a myth that all show people do not allow their show Shih Tzu to go for long walks, to play and just in general to lead a normal life. For those who do allow their show Shih Tzu do lead a normal life keeping the coat glamorous requires a lot of extra effort, and much more grooming than for the pet Shih Tzu.

Coconut oil is considered helpful as a means of preserving the coat of a show dog Shih Tzu. If you do oil the show dog Shih Tzu coat you must remove the oil completely before each show. If you do not remove all the oil the coat appear limp and feel wrong. It can also be uncomfortable to be around a Shih Tzu that has been oiled. There are good oils on the market, however, that do not have this effect on the coat and it may be worth trying them if the Shih Tzu’s coat seems to need it. Wrapping the coat in tissue paper protects the Shih Tzu’s coat, but you lose some of the pleasure of seeing your dog in full coat with his hair flowing as he moves. I do think this is a beautiful, beautiful sight of the show dog Shih Tzu. The tissue wrapping sort of reminds me of the days when women ran around the house for house with their hair in curlers.

Probably the best thing to do if you are just starting out taking care of your Shih Tzu show dog’s coat is to experiment with different methods of preserving the coat until you find what works best for your dog. Much the same type of procedures a pet owner must go through, although a lot more intense and time consuming as the Shih Tzu show do requires so much more in the way of grooming.

One thing is for certain if you start out with “bad hair” it is virtually impossible to make it good enough for the show ring. When purchasing your show potential Shih Tzu it is wise to study the lines to find out which have good hair in their genes. This way you can just continue to keep it looking good.

The topknot and whiskers also need very special attention on the show dog Shih Tzu. The white whiskers on a parti-coloured Shih Tzu must be really, really white to look good. It seems this is especially true for the black and white Shih Tzu.

Some older methods of keeping the whiskers white was to wash them at least once a day with a solution of boracic powder, a teaspoon to a pint of water. This mixture is wiped into the whiskers, being careful to get none in the eyes and then rinsed away. One of the keys to keeping whiskers white is above all to dry them immediately and keep them dry. An older method of drying them was to work in some fuller’s earth or talcum powder, brushing this out and repeating until the hair was absolutely dry. If you allow the Shih Tzu to dry his own whiskers he will rub and rub until dry doing nothing but harm to the length of the coat. Another problem you run into with all this washing is that the hair becomes dry and brittle. You will need to dress the whiskers with a little coat conditioner from time to time.

A method of preserving the hair of the topknot is to use several bands along the length of the hair to hold it to the back of the head. You can also plait the hair to achieve the same purpose. Use neither of these methods just before a show as both methods will cause kinks in the coat of which you do not want.

It is always wise to review the rules of the American Kennel Club about the use of oils and conditioners on the coat of a show dog. Any substance used to alter the natural color, texture or body of the coat is usually prohibited.

If you decide to enter the show ring with your Shih Tzu one of the greatest benefits will mostly likely be an enhanced appreciation for the sheer beauty of the Shih Tzu. Just think about it, even if you only own one Shih Tzu yourself, at the shows you will see dozens and hundreds of Shih Tzu. Most of these Shih Tzu will be in prime health and perfectly groomed. By observing, and asking questions when the opportunity arises, you will begin to see some of the differences in the Shih Tzu that you may not have noticed without going to the shows. You may be surprised at how much you learn about the Shih Tzu and maybe even your own Shih Tzu during these events.As with many competitive sports, dog or Shih Tzu showing will present you with an odd combination of friendships versus mean-spiritedness poor losers. Dont be one of the poor losers. Try your best to be one who will be a friend. If everyone practice being the friend rather than the mean-spiritedness and poor losers the dog shows would be much more beneficial and fun for all concerned.As time goes on if you continue showing your Shih Tzu you will be running into the same people. Try to start out on the right foot at these events. Of course, you will not be compatible with everyone and there are always those people who cannot win as friends for nothing in this world. For that group, just try to steer away, and find those you can become friends with. It helps to have friends, and if your friends have Shih Tzu that wins over your Shih Tzu, you can celebrate their achievement instead of grieving your loss.A compatible and knowledgeable mentor is probably the most important step in getting into showing dogs and the Shih Tzu successfully.

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