There are few things in life more exciting than adding a puppy to your family. A Shih Tzu can be a good choice of pet for many reasons, but it is important to know what you are getting into before you bring your Shih Tzu puppy home from the breeder. There are many Shih Tzu health problems that are unique to this breed, and by educating yourself to what those problems are you can find a breeder who offers a line of dogs without a family history of them. It also helps you to know what to look for in your Shih Tzu, so that you can address any potential health problems early on.

The Havanese has quickly become one of the most popular toy breeds in the country today. But with so many genetic health problems that these dogs are prone to, it is essential that you maintain the proper balanced nutrition for your dog. One of the best ways to do this is to feed your Havanese a raw food diet. This is a relative straightforward diet that you can make in the comfort of your own kitchen, at a price that is most often more affordable than commercial dog foods. With so many different health scares that can occur when feeding your Havanese commercial dog food, wouldn’t it be nice to know that your Havanese was getting the right balance of vitamins and minerals; without the concerns of tainted food that many dog owners face?

Pomeranians are very intelligent and also courageous little creatures that live an active lifestyle. They may not be quite so friendly with little children because being quite small and delicate they may be mishandled. In any case, Pomeranians make excellent watchdogs though they often bark a lot unless trained not to. And this breed of dog is also quite difficult to housetrain though they are very smart and will train with lots of time and patience.

From early human art to old superstitions that have been passed on from generation to generation, dogs and their relative have invaded our conscious and subconscious minds for centuries. Dogs have helped us express our fears, our hopes, and questions about our universe. Archaeological findings in China and England, among other places, has shown us that the relationship between man and wolf actually dates back almost 400,000 to 500,000 years. It is speculated that the relationship was based on the need for shelter and protection.