7 week old pup

by kwombat11 Mon Jul 16, 2012 8:27 am

Hi, i'm new to this and want the best advise of how to toilet train as google only offers downloads that you pay for.

on reading they seem such a naughty breed, are they?

by Liz b Mon Jul 16, 2012 10:43 am

I think all breeds of dogs can be naughty If not trained an guided on the right path. My lil shih tzu Maggie-Mae is no way naughty they have a cheeky side that is very funny but if not given right rules can get a bit stubborn but are very easy to train if given the right knowledge the clicker training on this forum is amazing and a very effective way to make it stick in there head.
All shih tzu are dif just like ppl.
As for my mags she has been a excellent lil dog and is always making me laugh with the silly things she does .

by **sujay** Mon Jul 16, 2012 11:56 am

Hi and welcome to the froum. it's great to have you here. Smile

If you need advice on toilet training have a look at Simbalove's thread here. It contains all the advice you will need.

http://www.shihtzuwhispers.org.uk/t1479-house-training-potty-training-your-new-puppy

Any questions just ask and we will do all we can to help. it can be a difficult time with a new pup, but don't worry, they do learn eventually! Smile

by **sands-62** Mon Jul 16, 2012 2:36 pm

I do agree all puppies and all breeds can be naughty, but as mentioned above if brought up the right way any dog can be a delight to be around. Certainly the Shih Tzu are a delight. You have to be firm but kind. Tone of voice is also important. There are all sorts of experienced people on here, so what ever your question no matter how silly you think it may be just remember we all started somewhere.So what I am saying is don't be affraid to ask. We are all a very friendly bunch. 7 week old pup 132239