Shih Tzu are extraordinary dogs. These are ideal pets. – calm, obedient, miniature. Shih Tzu – wonderful companions, good-natured and devoted favorites. Even though they are representatives of the miniature breed, it is important for the owner to monitor development of a puppy, gaining mass.
Puppy development
The most active development is in the first months of life. It seems that baby grows, changes every day. About half a year of life the pace of development of the dog is slowing down. Representatives of miniature breeds stop growing after reaching one -1.5 years.
At birth
Shih Tzu are born touching helpless. Have baby closed eyes and ears, but it is already covered with wool, has claws. Puppy reacts to touch, smell, cold and heat. It is important to him the presence of the mother – the dog gives milk, heat, stimulates digestion processes, washes his children.
It’s too early for the owner to get acquainted with the kutis – both mother and kids even a short separation is very disturbing. Man’s care is manifested in creating favorable conditions for the family: comfortable temperature, lighting, noise level. Important to keep track of timely, adequate nutrition of the mother.
Photos and videos of Shih Tzu babies:
2 weeks
In the second week, the puppies open their ears, erupt eyes. Kids begin to crawl, leave their “nest”. They are full of curiosity and want to get to know a person themselves. It is important for the owner that the kids learn to trust people – he is affectionate talking to them, gently stroking, playing.
Already at this age, puppies are given liquid complementary foods. Development promptly – kids need high-quality, timely nutrition. The kittens are still clumsy and helpless – the owner and members of his family must be as careful as possible in order not to step on miniature “lump”.
During this period, puppies learn to be dogs. Very important for them communication with mother, siblings. Take away the carrot “from the family” yet too early.
On the photo and video – Shih Tzu in 2 weeks:
1 month
By the first month of life, the puppy is quite confident in himself: she knows how yapping, whining, “singing”, using the tail and sensory organs. The kid no longer eats milk – lap water, eat softened lure. The time has not yet come for moving to a new home – Shih Tzu so far which is very attached to mother.
Monthly kitten learns to navigate in space, actively cognizes the world. Puppies communicate with each other, play “developing” games – chase, attack, defense.
One-month Shih Tzu:
2 months
By this age, the psyche of the animal becomes plastic – it easily gets used to another place of residence. Therefore 2 month Shih Tzu is already being given to a new home. It is important for a happy owner of a puppy to the first days to surround the baby with care, to accustom him to all “you can” and “no.”
Two-month-old kutis begin to bring up. It’s easy for kids to learn simple commands – they perceive training as a game. The owner vaccinates the kitten, accustoms him to combing wool, ear cleaning, nail clipping, harness or leash.
At 2 months, dogs already get used to defecate in one place – in tray, on a diaper. Doggie taught to stay home alone – the owner takes 15-30 minutes, and then gradually increases the time his absence.
Shih Tzu photos and videos at 2 months:
3 months
The socialization of three-month-old babies continues. They are mastered in a new house, get used to a different diet. Vaccinated doggie accustomed to walks in the fresh air. Although Shchi-tzu – room dogs, physical activity they need no less than hunting, riding breeds.
A puppy successfully comprehends simple, but important commands – “you can”, “fu”, “not”, “to me.” The host encourages all small victories Weasel and goodies.
The third month is the “period of fears.” It’s good when the baby is already used to the street. If you are late with your first walks, the doggie will get nervous because of the noise of the city, get scared of the people you met, animals.
On the photo and video – Shih Tzu at 3 months:
4 months
Shi-tzu are successfully taught to defecate on the street. For baby 1-2 hours a day are enough. Important to gradually introduce puppy with a big world – start from the yard, and then take a doggie to the park, walks around the city, travel by car.
Four-month Shih Tzu:
5 months
With a puppy they continue to learn teams, fix the rules behavior in the house. It’s important for the owner to remain demanding, firm but patient. Punishing the baby is unacceptable.
Shih Tzu at 5 months:
6 months
Adult dogs no longer perceive Shih Tzu as a puppy. In girls the first estrus is already beginning, but mating is contraindicated so far. The dog enters a transitional age – it can become moody, stubborn, naughty. The owner must find a middle ground between hardness and patience.
Photo, video Shih Tzu at 6 months:
7-12 months
The puppy almost resembles an adult dog. Even miniature Shih Tzu may try to dominate the “pack.” The owner must suppress pampering, vagaries of dogs.
By the first year of life, psychological, physical development ceases. The dog becomes calm, balanced and obedient. Of course, if the owner did not forget to educate her.
Shih Tzu puppies:
Weight table
Next are the average developmental indicators of Shih Tzu puppies.
| Age (months) | Weight, kg) |
| 1 | 0.3-0.6 |
| 2 | 0.8-1 |
| 3 | 1,5-2 |
| 4 | 2-3,5 |
| 5-6 | 3,5-6 |
| 7-9 | 3.8-7 |
| 10-12 | 4-8 |
Shih Tzu adults can boast of the following options:
- Height at the withers: 20-28 cm.
- Weight: 4-8 kg.
Upon reaching the year the dog continues to grow for another 2-6 months: becomes larger, slightly higher. Some animals stop add in mass in 7-10 months. This is not a departure from norms, and an indicator of individual development.
