Dogs lead a very active life, and a part of that active life includes travel in a car, sometimes on a a daily basis. As guardians, Shih Tzu car travel is very important in keeping these beautiful creatures safe, which means taking special precautions to keep them safe … [Read more...] about Shih Tzu Car Travel
Health & Fitness
Shih Tzu Fitness: Treadmill Day
So today I wanted to do something a little different. Next Wednesday will be our last agility class for the summer, as the temperatures will be too high for training @ 6pm in the evening. And, since I have not been a good student for the past 16 weeks, I haven't practiced like I … [Read more...] about Shih Tzu Fitness: Treadmill Day
My Little Fat to Fit Dog: Week 2
So... the drum roll please... Trixie is down to 14 pounds!!! Yippeee. I little pound and a step closer! She wanted to dress up for today's pic... she loves wearing her little dresses. Yes it may be 100 degrees outside, but I keep it cool inside so she is okay :) Trixie has … [Read more...] about My Little Fat to Fit Dog: Week 2
Strength Training & Conditioning: Perch Work
You might be thinking... what the heck? We take them for walks, isn't that enough? How do we strength train and condition our dogs, they can't lift weights! Well I am going to show you how through the wonderful world of FitPaws Equipment and other items around your house, you … [Read more...] about Strength Training & Conditioning: Perch Work
My Little Fat to Fit Dog: Week 1
Sometimes you need inspiration. Personally at the beginning I was inspired to get fit when I stepped on the scale and I about dropped dead... yup, I was pushing maximum density for my size. So what did I do? I joined Weight Watchers and within 5 months I had dropped 20lbs!! The … [Read more...] about My Little Fat to Fit Dog: Week 1