The Shih Tzu Handbook (Barron's Pet Handbooks) (Paperback)

by Sharon L. Vanderlip D.V.M. (Author)
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Product Description
These playful and energetic little canines make friendly companions, and are good dogs for apartment dwellers. Potential owners should be advised, however, that the Shih Tzu's beautiful, long-haired coats require frequent combing and grooming. Titles in the Pet Handbooks series are filled with detailed pet-care advice and feature vivid color photos as well as instructive line art. All Barron's Pet Handbooks are written by experienced breeders, trainers, and veterinarians. They focus on all major aspects of owning and caring for a pet, including acquiring, proper feeding, housing, health care, breeding, and where applicable, training, exercise, and grooming.

From the Back Cover
The Information You Need to Raise A Happy and Healthy Shih Tzu



Facts, advice, and fascinating insights tell you all you need to know about

Acquiring

Training

Nutrition

Health Care

Grooming

and much more



Filled with color photos and instructive line illustrations

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Barron's Educational Series (November 17, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764126326
• ISBN-13: 978-0764126321
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 6.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #240,732 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

• This item is part of The Barron's Pets Handbooks Series.

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42 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative but not overwhelming, January 4, 2005

By	Bev (Minneapolis, MN USA) - See all my reviews

Buy this book, you won't regret it. I looked over several other books and found this one a good book for a first time shih tzu owner. There is information in there on every aspect of the shih tzu; for some people it may not be as indepth as they would like but this has more than enough for someone starting out. It is a book you will refer to many times. Pay attention to page 18 and page 50-51 on scolding a shih tzu; they are senstive creatures and don't respond well to being scolded harshly. They are more than eager to do what pleases you. There is also two pages on grooming that shows the different clips for a shih tzu if you don't want to keep the long hair like a show dog. This is an overall book that contains enough information yet will not overwhelm you. Easy to read.

18 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I loved this book!, August 29, 2004

By	C. Christopher (Oakland, ca United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I was reading the former review and I bought this book! It's a great book and very easy to understand and it has great color pictures. It goes through the history of the Shih Tzu down to there health problems. My 11 year old daughter loves reading this book. I am a first time Shih Tzu owner and have found this book to be my lil Shih Tzu"bible" you will enjoy this book!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Little Manual for New Owners, March 8, 2007

By	Great Pretender "1happygirl" (NJ, United States) - See all my reviews

We recently acquired a new 7 week old Shih Tzu puppy. I purchased this book a few weeks before we brought the puppy home. It is chock-full of great facts, little tid-bits of interesting information about the breed and helpful tips in a variety of areas that include how to find a Shih Tzu, feeding, grooming, training and general care. It is well written, easy to understand and not overdone. The author also does not bombard the reader with her opinions, but rather makes suggestions on the topics.

This book is a great "Beginners Manual" for first time Shih Tzu owners.