Shih Tzu Puppies Make Great Pets

Shih Tzu puppies are a very popular breed of dog. They are great for families with children. They are also great pets for older people. The breed originated in China. It is said that it was kept in temples as a sacred dog. They may, according to legend, have been given as gifts during the Manchu Dynasty to the emperors of the land. The first Shih Tzu appeared in the United States in 1930. It is categorized as one of the top twenty five most popular breeds in the U.S.

It is not surprising that it is so popular. It is a breed that is small, friendly, cuddly and loving and easily trainable. With its great it personality, it is wonderful with children and other pets as well. One of the reasons Shih Tzu are so popular is because they get along with everyone. They make friends everywhere and truly only want to be loved. The Shih Tzu would be content to lie in a lap and sleep the day away when not romping and playing all over the house.

If you come across shih tzu puppies for sale, be sure to check out the breeder to make sure they are well cared for. There are many breeders selling shih tzu puppies because they are in so much demand. You just want to be sure you are getting a good dog from a breeder who will ask as many questions of you as you do of them. That is a good sign also that the puppies are well cared for. A good breeder wants to be sure that their dogs are going to good homes.

If you are considering a puppy from a breeder, you need to ask the breeder about inherited diseases such as a renal disease which can be common in shih tzu puppies. Care should be taken by the breeder not to breed dogs one of which may carry the disease. When considering shih tzu puppies for sale by a breeder, be sure to ask these types of questions, as it may let you know if you might be in for hefty hospital bills and a sick dog later on.

The breeders should be willing to show you all of the puppies in the litter as well as where the puppies are housed. If you ask enough questions of the breeder, you will find if they are good breeders or only breeding shih tzu puppies for sale to make a quick buck.