For Dummies - Dog Breed - Shih Tzu & Dachshunds

Dachshunds for Dummies

By Eve Adamson

Edition: 2, illustrated, revised

Published by For Dummies, 2007

ISBN 0470229683, 9780470229682

288 pages



Thinking about owning a Dachshund? Dachshunds For Dummies, 2nd Edition, is fully updated to show you how to find the one you’ll love forever and make him or her part of your family. Whether you choose a standard or miniature this one-stop guide gives you all the information you need to raise and care for your adorable “hot dog.”



This must-have resource is packed with expert advice on everything from feeding and healthcare to housebreaking, grooming, training, and more. Plus, you’ll learn the ins and outs of selecting the right vet, handling emergencies, and even showing your Dachshund. You’ll find out about the ups and downs of living with a pet, get familiar with the Dachshund’s classic physical characteristics, and find help in deciding whether you’d like a smooth, wirehaired, or longhaired pooch. Discover how to:



* Choose your ideal Dachshund

* Prepare your home for your new arrival

* Manage your puppy’s nutrition and health

* Conquer training problems

* Groom a smooth, wirehaired, or longhaired Dachshund

* Build a strong and loving bond with your pet

* Handle common Dachshund back problems

* Choose toys, grooming tools, and accessories

* Select a crate and bedding

* Introduce your dog to other pets

* Take charge of your Dachshund’s training



Bringing a lively, clever Dachshund into your home will be a happy and joyful experience. Dachshunds For Dummies, 2nd Edition, makes it easy, too!







Shih Tzu For Dummies

By Eve Adamson

Edition: illustrated

Published by For Dummies, 2007

ISBN 0470089458, 9780470089453

288 pages



To know a Shih Tzu is to love a Shih Tzu . . . they’re irresistible, coy, flirtatious, and passionately devoted companions. They love the good life, and though they can be shrewd (or selectively deaf, or consciously naïve), the Shih Tzu is so endearing that even “big dog” lovers find themselves swooning over this adorable breed. But is the Chinese Charmer the right match for you? Shih Tzu for Dummies answers all of your questions, like:



* What is a Shih Tzu really like?

* Can I get a Shih Tzu if I have children or other pets?

* How difficult is grooming? Can I do it myself or should I get a professional?

* How do I find a good breeder? What about a good vet?

* What should my Shih Tzu eat?

* Do small dogs really need that much training?

* How can I teach my Shih Tzu some basic commands?



The Shih Tzu is built for one job and one job alone: to be your close personal friend for life. A dog bred for companionship must be allowed to do its job, and its job is to be with you. So, if you have the time (for grooming), dedication (for training), and room (on your lap and in your heart), the Shih Tzu is a small dog with a lot of love just waiting for a new best friend.