Gigi’s Little Tzu

18/08/2024

Part 2 of Hollywood Studios. We ate at this cool 50s themed restaurant that was like mom’s kitchen. They played the part well! The kids got to make their own droids at the Star Wats area! Kinda like build a bear! Overall the week has been amazing and the kids have made some lasting memories! I’m so happy I was able to give them this experience!

14/11/2023

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It’s no surprise that Shih Tzu owners have been so delighted with this little “Lion Dog” for a thousand years. Where Shih Tzu go, giggles and mischief follow.

Why do you love the breed?

19/08/2023

NEW PUPPY OWNERS…….

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As puppies head to their new homes I wanted to touch base on a common issue that breeders come across with new owners.

Realistic Expectations

You see the breeders pictures and videos and The pups are all social. They are quiet in the pen. The breeder shows you videos of them being totally relaxed, happy, playful. All looks amazing and you bring your puppy home.

Then reality hits. The puppy may cry in the crate for the first few nights making you tired and agitated. The happy social puppy is refusing to greet the half dozen overly excited friends you invited over to see your new puppy. Or the overly excited playful children you have at home. The puppy refuses to walk on a leash. Many are wondering how did my perfect puppy turn into a nightmare.

So let’s discuss realistic expectations of when a puppy goes home. First of all the puppy has been in the breeders home since birth. They had their mother and often littermates. They had their routine, were taught expectations and were completely in their comfort zone.

Now suddenly they are taken to a totally new environment. Picture yourself being dropped into an unknown country, often in a different part of the world. You know only a few words of their language. Differnt trees, animals, smells, temperature and people. Now in the middle of this we are switching up your routine, decide to have a party with people you dont know, and ask you to do jobs you have no idea about. Overwhelming to say the least.

This is what every puppy goes through when going to their new home. Stress manifests in different forms. From not eating, reluctancy to play and greet people. Being apprehensive at the vet’s office or as strangers reach for them. Diarrhea, vomiting and depression can occur.

So what can you as a new owner do to help your little one acclimate?

- most puppies take 3-4 weeks to acclimate to their new home. Repeat after me THREE to FOUR WEEKS sometimes even Longer! Not a 1-2 days. I can’t stress this enough about how much time is needed for a dog or puppy to feel comfortable in their new home!
- limit guests during the first week. We understand you are excited to show off your new baby but they need time to adjust. Plan on waiting 1-2 weeks before inviting people over
- ask guest to sit on the ground and let the puppy approach them. No squealing and grabbing the puppy
- set up a good routine
- restrict the puppy to a small area of the house. This not only reduces them being overwhelmed but also allows you to watch them
- don’t expect a 8-13 week old puppy to walk on a leash. Instead work at home with a leash where they are comfortable. Let them drag the leash, use treats to encourage them to walk with you
- if your puppy is refusing to walk give them time. My first trips to town with puppies a walk around a small block took 1 1/2 hours. We only move when they initiate the movement as they need time to take in the different environment
- understand your puppy needs time to see you as family. Expecting an immediate bond is unrealistic
- train your puppy. This not only helps you to bond but the puppy to look to you for direction and input
-Children are also big stressors to tiny fragile puppies, please keep an eye on puppy at all times when around children.
- lastly be patient. Don’t declare “omg there’s something wrong with this dog”. Nothing occurs overnight. Outings should be planned at puppy speed. So while you might imagine a fun walk around the lake in reality your puppy might only be able to handle walking a short distance that day.

Remember if the puppy was wonderful at the breeder’s house but now is struggling, you as the owner, need to help the puppy adjust which takes time, patience and training. Have realistic expectations and give the puppy positive experiences. Each puppy is an individual, don’t compare your current puppy to past pets and judge their behavior based on how another dog handled things. Lastly, try to see thing’s from a puppy’s perspective and adjust situations accordingly.

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07/07/2023

Daisy is looking so pretty!!!

29/06/2023

Marty all grown up! He is the goodest boy!! His mom loves him so much.

12/06/2023

This fluffy little girl is going to live in Little Rock Arkansas with the Davies family!!! I’ve been so fortunate that ALL my babies have the best families ever!!

12/06/2023

Just in!!! Update on little Wendy!! I love her coloring!! She is living it up in Chicago!!

12/06/2023

More updates on most recent babes!! Miss Zoe is a camping dog!! Her mom and dad camp where we camp and are just so in love with her!! She is settling in well, and loving her life!

12/06/2023

Catching up on updates!! Miss Daisy had her first grooming session and has settled in nicely with her new mom. Her new momma was one of my patients that I just adore! She is a fighter and Daisy has the best mommy ever!

12/06/2023

Little Miss Gertie has found her home! She will be traveling across the country in an RV with her mom and dad all the way back to S Carolina! She is going to be sooo loved and spoiled!

07/06/2023

As mentioned earlier. This will be my last litter for a while as I am currently returning to school for my Nurse Practitioner license. These beautiful babies have been well loved and are ready for their forever family.

07/06/2023

This little boy is the sweetest there is!
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07/06/2023

Sweet little girl #2 available.
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07/06/2023

I decided to do a little photo shoot! 😍
This little girl available.
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07/06/2023

Update ******
If you are interested in this little girl i would suggest putting a deposit down now as she is blowing up my page with interest! She will go very soon!! All of then have a lot of interest for that matter but she is popular!!! 😍😍.

Available little girl

07/06/2023

Boy he’s a sweetheart the camera doesn’t do the markings on this boy justice

07/06/2023

One little girl and one little boy available! This will be my last litter for quite some time. This is your chance to get a sweet baby!

07/06/2023

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Little girl available!

31/05/2023

We have 4 beautiful babies available! Two boys and two girls! Let me know if you or anyone you know is interested!! This will be our last litter for quite some time!! Pictures later on tonight!

30/04/2023

Update** he’s found his new mommy.**
This fella is looking for his forever momma!! Please message with questions and for details!!

07/04/2023

Marty is one today!! Happy birthday sweet boy!! One of our past babies!!

07/04/2023

I have four babies available!! Message me for details! Special Easter deal!

07/04/2023

07/04/2023

This little girl is so sweet! Looking for her forever family.

26/03/2023

3rd available baby girl. Ready in time for Easter.

26/03/2023

Only baby boy! Ready in time for Easter. If you want a pet totally in love with you get a boy!! ❤️❤️Liver nose.

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Girl #2 Liver nose. Available in time for Easter. Get your Easter baby. ❤️❤️

26/03/2023

Baby girl available! Ready in time for Easter.

20/03/2023

4 babies available! 3 girls one boy! Pictures to come!

One liver nose girl
One liver nose boy.