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I'm not a Shih Tzu, I'm a CAT!
I don't even belong on this web site!
Oh! Sorry!
Anyway, not all dogs like a bath. Just because your Shih Tzu doesn't like a bath doesn't mean they don't need one. You must get them accustomed to it. Do whatever works best for you and your Shih Tzu. Each Shih Tzu is different. Do not bathe every week. It will dry out their skin and coat.
There is a great selection of shampoo, conditioners and grooming equipment available to the dog owner. A small bath towel placed in bottom of sink prevents water from accumulating and gives puppy secure footing. Holding the puppy securely under its chest with one hand, soak its body with lukewarm running water, shampoo the body and rinse well. Leave the head for last. Carefully wet the head with a wet sponge and clean the hair with a no-tear baby shampoo.
Still holding puppy securely, rinse thoroughly, being careful not to get water in its nose. A few minutes of cuddling in a towel reassures the puppy and soaks up excess water.
Use a small hand dryer, low heat is normally all that is necessary. if puppy shivers,it is usually due to nerves rather than from being cold. Avoid blowing the warm air directly into the puppy's face.
The above is general information always ask your veterinarian about the care of your Shih Tzu puppy or dog!
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