Puppy classes are for Shih Tzu nine months of age and over
but under twelve months. The Shih Tzu must be whelped in
the U.S.A.

The Novice class is for Shih Tzu six months of age and over.
The Shih Tzu must be whelped in the U.S.A. or Canada and
havenot prior to the closing entries won three first prizes
in the Novice Class, a first prize in Bred-by-Exhibitor,
American-Bred or Open Class, nor one or more points toward a
championship title.

The Bred-By-Exhibitor Class is for Shih Tzu whleped in the
U.S.A. which are six months of age and over, not champions
and who ar owned wholly or in part by the person or the
spouse of the person who was the breeder or one of the
breeders of record. Shih Tzu entered into this class musdt
be handled by an owner or by a member of the immediate
family of an owner.

The American-Bred class is for all Shih Tzu except champions
six months of age or over, whelped in the U.S.A. by reason
of a mating that took place in the U.S.A.

The Open class is for any Shih Tzu six months of age or
over, except in a member specialty club show held for only
American-Bred Shih Tzu in which case the class is for
American-Bred Shih Tzu only.

Winners Dog and Winners Bitch: After the above classes have
been judged, the first place winning Shih Tzu are required
to compete in the ring. The male Shih Tzu judged “Winners
Dog” is awared the points toward his championship title.

Reserve Winners are selected immediately after the Winners
dog. In case of a disqualification of a win by the AKC, the
Reserve Dog (male Shih Tzu) movers up to Winners and
receives the points. After the male Shih Tzu classes are
judged, the bitch Shih Tzu classes are called.

Best of Breed or Best of Variety Competition is limited to
Champions of Record or Shih Tzu dogs (with newly acquired
points, for a 90-day period prior to AKC confirmation) which
have completed championship requirements, and the Winners
Dog Shih Tzu and Winners Bitch Shih Tzu (or the dog award
Winners if only one Winners prize has been awarded),
together with any undefeated dogs which have been shown only
in non-regular classes; all compete for Best of Breed or
Best of Variety (if the bred is divided by size, color,
texture or length of coat hair, etc.).

If your Shih Tzu wins his class, the rule states: You are
required to enter classes for Winners, Best of Breed and
Best of Winners (no additional entry fees).

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Pitt Bulls have really gotten a bad rap over the years, but the blame falls, for the most part, on their owners. Remember Spot from the Little Rascals? He was an American Pitt Bull and wasn’t he sweet? Don’t let the bad behavior of some irresponsible owners deter you from considering this type of dog as your new pet. Following is some background information to give you a good idea of what to expect should you be thinking about adopting or purchasing one of these passionate animals.

The American Pitt Bull is a descendent of the Bull and Terrier breeds of dogs, grouped in the Mastiff category with bodies that are stocky and muscular, yet very nimble. Their coats consist of short, shiny, thick fur and are bred in several different colors and patterns. An American Pitt Bull’s ears are usually cropped and they have pointy tails. Their heads are hard and square like cinder blocks and they have incredibly powerful jaws with scissor like teeth. The typical weight of a full-grown American Pitt Bull is around 55 pounds and they stand about 22 inches high. American Pitt Bulls are an overall healthy breed of dog, sometimes prone to hip dysplasia and allergies to grass and usually live on an average of 12 years.

American Pitt Bulls are not people haters! Most vicious experiences being publicized about these dogs are actually the result of mixed breeding! Raised in a loving environment, they will be very good with children and other people. American Pitt Bulls do, however, have a tendency to be aggressive toward other animals, but only if they are brought up in an unsociable atmosphere – it all depends on how you raise them. Brought up correctly, these dogs can make very obedient, loyal and affectionate pets.

It is advised that you raise your Pitt Bull from the puppy stage to ensure a good temperament. When properly trained, these dogs will make excellent companions for your family. They are protective and make outstanding guardians for your property. American Pitt Bulls are very active and love to run, but even if you have an apartment or home without a yard, they will be very happy as long as you give them sufficient exercise and play time. Because of their tenacity, you will want to make sure to keep them on a leash when taking them out in public.

Please acknowledge that if you’re planning or interested in purchasing an American Pitt Bull, it is your responsibility as the dog’s owner to raise it in a manner in which it will not become a terror. If you don’t, you will surely regret it and most likely lose your animal altogether.

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Today we are going to look at one of the most effective tools for housetraining a puppy, in the shortest amount of time possible. In order to housetrain your puppy quickly you have to truly understand what makes him tick, what Mother Nature has hard wired into his brain.

Few new pet owners can argue that one of the most frustrating and unpleasant parts of welcoming a puppy as a new member of the family is housetraining him. And after a couple or more “accidents” around the house, it can bring you to the end of your rope very quickly

One of the most effective tools I have used in housetraining my puppies is using a crate. You see all dogs are den animals. They will instinctively seek out resting spots that are secure and sheltered. That is why you will typically find your pooch lying under tables, beds and resting in a closet. They are simply following thousands of years of instinct.

So, by using a crate we can take advantage of this benefit Mother Nature gave us to make this rather unpleasant task of housetraining your puppy much more bearable. Yes, I can hear all the animal lovers out there shouting “this is cruel to stuff your pet into such a confined area”.

But hold on, let’s look at it from the dog’s perspective shall we. Remember he is a den dwelling animal. When he becomes tired, frightened or is simply looking for cover he will always seek out den like shelter. And you will find that he will very quickly adopt his “crate” as his own den within your home.

So how does this help us to housetrain our puppy? Simple, his den becomes his most personal place, his warm bed, his cozy, relaxing getaway. The last place he is going to “take care of business” is in his crate. This is so effective when you use it to your advantage.

A puppy has little or no bladder control. It’s just like humans when we were babies. The puppy needs to learn what it feels like to have a full bladder, and then to respond by letting his owner know when he wants to go outside. We can easily accomplish this by confining him in his crate for longer periods of time each and every day. He may have an “accident” initially but after that he will catch on fast. After all, the last place he wants to go to the bathroom, is in his bed…and personal space.

What kind of crate should you get? There are a number of different types of crates available. But it usually boils down to two basic types. The plastic type crate, these are very durable and easy to clean. The wire crate type, these simply look like an oversized birdcage. Wire cages are easy to transport as they will fold up into a more compact space. But they are all so very open. You may have to cover the cage with a blanket to give a “shelter type” of feeling for your pooch when he’s inside.

Using the crate on a consistent basis helps your puppy develop a regular and predictable schedule for elimination. And the biggest benefit is to you the pet owner, because the learning curve of this technique is surprisingly fast. Have you ever imagined how much easier your life is going to be not having to clean up any more “surprises” around the house? What’s it going to be like when most of the frustration of housetraining a puppy will be gone, and you can concentrate on the joys of what a family pet can really bring to every member of the household?

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Pugs are cute and small breed of dogs, with a compressed and wrinkled face. People often confuse a Pug with a bulldog or a miniature mastiff, both of which are actually stockier dogs. Pugs are a small but sturdy toy dog.

The history of the Pug can be traced back to China around 700 BC. Pugs were bred as a companion to human beings rather than as a guard dog. As trade routes opened up, the breed spread across the seas to Europe and America.

The Pug’s appearance is its most distinctive feature. The face is round, flat and heavily wrinkled, much like that of a Bulldog or Pekingese. The body is relatively small compared to the head. The neck is strong and thick, and holds the head up proudly. The body of a Pug is short and stocky, making the animal quite sturdy in relation to its size. All Pugs have their tails curled up tightly over the hip. There are four-color variations found in Pugs. These are fawn with black “mask” and ears, black, silver, and apricot. The height of a Pug may vary between 10 to 11 inches and it may weight about 14 to 18 pounds, once fully grown.

A Pug is a very popular breed as a house pet because it is easy to groom and manage. It is sociable, but can be very stubborn at times. Pugs also tend to shed a lot more than other dogs in the same category. They require regular exercise and enjoy long walks. However, care should be taken that it does not over-exert itself as the short snout makes it difficult for them to cool off. Pugs get along well with children and other animals in general.

Pugs are sometimes said to be ‘multum in parvo’, which means a lot of dog in a little package. They might snore and shed and act stubborn at times, but all Pug owners will agree that they wouldn’t settle for anything else.

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