So you have seen a few glimpses here and there, but today I want to formally introduce everyone to our new Shih Tzu puppy, Olive's Grove Dances with Wolves, aka Kevin! I am so happy to have Kevin as a part of our family. He is showing great promise at being an … [Read more...] about A Shih Tzu Puppy Shakes Things Up!
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Barn Hunt, a Mule and a Shih Tzu
So things have slowed down a bit around our area when it comes to practicing our barn hunting skills. The place we normally practice had an illness that went through the rats and a few died, so we had to take a little time out. The time out wasn't because the dogs would … [Read more...] about Barn Hunt, a Mule and a Shih Tzu
Lure Course Shih Tzu Super Star
As you know Riley competes in the AKC's Coursing Ability Test (CAT) events. She is my lure course Shih Tzu super star! Even though I refer to this as "lure coursing", for non-sight hound breeds it is the CAT. The CAT tests a dogs basic instinct on hunting by sight ability and by … [Read more...] about Lure Course Shih Tzu Super Star
Puppy Parenthood Preparation
Since our little nest has been deemed "safe" for puppy's arrival, it's now time to start some additional puppy parenthood preparation.There is excitement building in our house and the anticipation seems to be growing everyday. Puppy Parenthood Necessities Baby Gates With so … [Read more...] about Puppy Parenthood Preparation
The Nesting Instinct for a Puppys Arrival
Nesting Instinct Hamsters do it, cats do it, human mothers expecting babies do it. And guess what? I'm expecting a puppy and I'm doing it too! I have a nesting instinct! According to Urban dictionary: Nesting is a ritual performed by pregnant women in ridding the … [Read more...] about The Nesting Instinct for a Puppys Arrival