Popularity is not always a good thing. A lot of people use the fact that the Shih Tzu is a must-have dog as a way to make some quick money. This is where the unscrupulous Shih Tzu breeder comes in.
These people breed Shih Tzus for the sole purpose of profit. And they do this with disregard for the health and temperament of the breed.
Many large commercial breeders supply mostly pet stores with their dogs, and yes, they’re cute just like all puppies no matter what the breed, but the million-dollar questions are:
Real Questions To Ask a Shih Tzu Breeder
- Are they bred to resemble the Shih Tzu?
2. Have they been examined for genetic deformities?
3. Were they socialized in the whelping box?
4. Were they taken away from their mothers too soon?
5. What did the parents look like?
A small hobby breeder can readily answer all of the above questions; however, in most cases, a pet shop cannot.
The Shih Tzu Breeder that breed for-profit – inexperienced breeders – accidental breeders, no matter which one. The result would probably not be what you pictured when you and your family finally decided to get your little Shih Tzu lap dog.
This is why it is so important for you to pick out a well knowledgeable and experienced hobby breeder. Or a small non-commercial breeder that breed Shih Tzus mainly because they love and respect the breed.
However, some inexperienced breeders mean well and are not in the business of breeding for profit. But these people have no idea or have not studied the genetics of the breed. Or the skill of socializing young puppies.
These young puppies can develop serious genetic problems as well as temperament issues.
my cousin runs a local pet store and i love looking at those cute puppies that he keeps on the store;:;
the pet store here in our area offers me a great deal of discount when i buy from them ~.,