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| milk products for shih tzu dog; | 11/23/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: can i mix half a cup of milk with her dog food everyonce in a while she really likes it.
A: I would rather see you add 2 teaspoons of 2% cottage cheese to her dog food. Don't do the larger ...
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| my itchy dog ; Shih tzu itchy , constant biting legs | 11/21/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: Our above dog developed biting at joints only on legs 4 months ago after he was shaved. The skin ...
A: Itchy shih tzu; my itchy dog; scratching and bites.... Oh, Poor you guys! I hate to say this but ...
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| itchy shih tzu ; Atopica for allergy canines; | 11/21/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: .. Am desperate here as the LOVE of my life, Percy, is suffering terribly with skin allergies. He's ...
A: Boy, I sure do understand the long term steroid usage and the poor Liver. You are correct in looking ...
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| shihtzu personality changes; | 11/15/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: My shihtzu is a month and a half pregnant. This is her first pregnancy. Will giving birth to puppies ...
A: Well, best wishes on a healthy pregnancy for your Shih tzu! I am not a breeder, so keep that in ...
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| 10 year old Shih Tzu female...not the same | 11/11/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: We have a 10 year old female Shih tzu, named Roxy. She has always been a tiny small framed puppy. ...
A: I am so sorry about Roxie. It sounds like she may have many medical problems going on here along ...
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| loose stools shih tzu puppy ; blood in puppy stool ; | 11/8/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: My 21 weeks old male Shi Tzu got loose stools since yesterday evening. His diet has not changed (he ...
A: At this young age we need to be concerned with parasites and worms. Many times, the human eye can ...
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| Shih Tzu uncontrollable scratching; canine fur/hair loss; itchy paws; | 11/4/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: My Shih Tzu is 3 years old, male, 11 pounds. Over the past year he has developed a serious problem ...
A: Let's try some natural options: 1. Please get some Dandruff Shampoo - the kind for Humans.... Head ...
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| dry flakey patches on shih tzu dog; | 11/3/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: I have an eleven yr old female shih tzu and have been trying to get to the bottom of a worsening ...
A: shih tzu dog vitamins; NuVet skin and coat vitamin: Gald you ordered the NuVET- Let me know how ...
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| shih tzu itchy skin nuvet pet tabs; pet vitamins for allergies; | 10/28/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: I saw your post to Tina 3/9/09 and was wondering about the Acidophilus 1 Billion CFU's 1/2 a day for ...
A: Yes, the Fromms is grain free for the Surf and Turf. So, we don't need to worry about the food, you ...
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| shih tzu itchy skin nuvet pet tabs; pet vitamins for allergies; | 10/28/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: I saw your post to Tina 3/9/09 and was wondering about the Acidophilus 1 Billion CFU's 1/2 a day for ...
A: Smelly shih tzu dog; dog chews paws; itchy paws; Keep me posted on your results with the Acidophalus ...
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| feeding new shih tzu puppy; blood stool in puppy; | 10/23/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: we recently bought a shih-tzu 7 weeks old it was the runt a female. The lady told us to just give ...
A: Puppy feeding ; puppy with blood in stool ; Hi - BEST wishes on the new shih tzu pup! Keep an eye ...
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| shih tzu urinary infections; shih tzu having accidients.... | 10/20/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: Have had this precious boy since 09-21-09....have 2 other rescues....I take this little guy out ...
A: *shih tzu possible urinary infection? Hi - let me know if you do take this cutie to the vet? If ...
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| Male sexuality | 10/8/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: My shih tzu Kao is two yrs old, we recently had another dog (cocker spaniel) move in. HELP!!!! He ...
A: Oh Boy! I am not sure how to help with this one! Please go over here and ask them to help ...Let ...
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| changing colors in shih tzu ; iron for shih tzu's coat; | 10/3/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: My Shih was tan and gray but now 5 years old is changing to brown. Any ideas?
A: sometimes the color change can mean not enough "iron" in the blood. Some nutrients are missing in ...
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| breeding | 10/1/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: is it safe and fair to breed a female shih tzu on her 1st heat?
A: No, sorry - she is not mature until at least 15 months or older. If you want more info on breeding ...
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| fleas; natural defense for fleas ; probiotics for dogs; | 9/29/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: Marie, you sent me an answer about my itching, fur falling out, licking (hind quarters) 3yr old ...
A: Yes, do the Activia yogurt for this gal...She may have too much yeast in her blood, skin and even ...
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| rash on my shih tzu; shih tzu skin problems ; | 9/28/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: and the food is the same can i use a antibiotic ointment on him or take him to the vet or should i ...
A: Dog oatmeal shampoo; Baking soda bath for shih tzu ; NuVET plus ; Hi Neal- How about giving him an ...
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| 14 year old Shih Tzu with Arthritis and weakness; | 9/17/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: I have a 14 year old Shih Tzu who over the past 2 years has developed stiffness and weakness in both ...
A: for your boy I would just try some natural options. We can use a few supplements to give him PUPPY ...
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| Are my 3 wk old pups too fat? | 9/13/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: I have 3 wk old shih tzu puppies. There is only 3 of them. They are all good sized but 2 of them are ...
A: As long as you worm them around 5 or 6 weeks of age, all should be well. I know you will be seeing ...
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| shih tzu puppy - breeding and pregnancy group can help ; | 9/11/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: i have an almost 4 month old shih tzu puppy. she is Black and white. What can i use on her to make ...
A: Breeding and Pregnancy group may be able to help with yoursee here ...
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| skin and ear allergy shih tzu ; itchy shih tzu dogs ; | 9/11/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: I recently (a month ago ) took him off a diet food the vet recommended.He has been on it for a few ...
A: Probiotics for canines ; Probiotics stop the itchies; Dog food for allergies ; Clara, I am sure ...
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| weight problem in shih tzu ; overweight dog food recipes; | 9/8/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: I have a 3 year old male shih-tzu who i got from a rescue centre. He then weighed 9kg and during a ...
A: dog food recipes for overweight shih tzu ; home cooking for dogs ; How about home cooking for your ...
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| Breeding group - join for free | 9/7/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: I have a 2 year old shih tzu and I have lined up a stud the owner of the stud has told me I have to ...
A: Here is a group for breeding help: stop by ...
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| Heat cycle | 9/4/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: I am a first time owner and have a Westie Shu. I was wondering how long does the heat cycle last, ...
A: Is that what you were asking? Spay her by 8 months of age or sooner to avoid the heat cycle. Best ...
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| Our 3 babies! | 8/31/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: my name is Liz and I am a dogaholic! I feel like I an addict! We always said we would never own one ...
A: Whelping and Breeding group : join us : ...
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| food and care for pregnant shih tzu; NuVET will help milk production; | 8/26/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: I would like to know if we should feed our female shih tzu different food when pregnant....and if we ...
A: Here is a recipe for doggie meatballs.... She can have 2 per day as a snack - VERY good for her - ...
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| age of male for breeding ; stud age; | 8/24/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: I have a male and would like to know how old he must be before I could breed him? Thank you, Howard
A: I like them to be 12 months or older : Make sure you see the vet and have genetic testing done ...
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| 3 YR old Shi Tzu pooping accidents ; NuVET for shih tuz; | 8/16/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: My husband and I recently adopted two 3yr old shih tzus. We are not sure which one, if not both, ...
A: Jamie - Best wishes on the New adopted adult shih tzus! Now, as far as helping you.... I need to ...
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| dog food recipes dog meat loaf ; dog recipes : | 8/9/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: My 4 year old Shih Tzu is a fussy eater. She is small - weighs 9 1/2 lbs and has been neutered. ...
A: Doggy MeatLoaf recipe: home-made balanced dog food recipes... ______________ -- dog food recipe : ...
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| reverse sneeze+foamy vomit | 8/6/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: my 8 yr old shih tzu keeps vomiting yellow/white foam. Also he seems to have reverse sneezing is ...
A: We can try a few things to help your little shih tzu. ~~~ How about feeding 3 small meals per day ...
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| 2 year old Shih-Tzu didn't wake from anesthetia after routine neutering op | 8/4/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: our pet Shih-Tzu Harvey unfortunately did not waken from anesthesia earlier today, after he went ...
A: Clare, I am so sorry for your loss of little Harvey. If it was my clinic we would have monitored ...
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| Shih Tzu puppies coat miracle coat waterless foam bath ; | 8/1/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: I have a 13wk old female shih tzu(Sophie)who has a thinner coat, she hardly even has the thicker ...
A: Don't worry as she still has a puppy coat. She will blow this coat and things will be changing in ...
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| Mating dogs shih tzu ; neutering shih tzu pup ; | 7/27/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: I have a 7 month old Shih Tzu boy, and he has just discovered that he is a boy trying to hump my boy ...
A: you can get the little guy Fixed now. He is a good age to get this done. Call your vet and set up ...
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| Blood in male shih-tzu urine ; shih tuz dog UTI ; | 7/27/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: our male shih-tzu weighs about 10 lbs and he had blood in his urine. What might possibly cause this ...
A: sorry your shih tzu is not feeling well. It is a UTI or stones/ crystals - so - a vet visit is in ...
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| Infected toenails shih tuz ; antibiotic ointment for claw; | 7/24/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: My Shih Tzu, Buddy, has an infected toenail. What should I do with it opposed to going to the vet, ...
A: Well, You can try a few things and If they don't work, Please see your local vet... OK? 1. Wash the ...
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| male shitzu uti; | 7/13/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: Our 1 yr old male shitzu was crate trained and did well - but for a while now he is peeing in ...
A: Follow up on UTI? for the little shih tzu??? Do you think it may be a urinary infection? Let me know ...
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| my lhasa apso Metacam.... | 6/24/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: for the past few days my 2 year old male lhasa has been having some kind of spams in his back legs ...
A: _______________- Follow up on Metacam for canine pain _____________ Dog on Metacam for pain - ...
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| New mother Shih Tzu dog food; dog foods for weight gain nursing mom; | 6/24/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: My Shih Tzu had a liter of 5 puppies on 6/2/09. She is being a very good mommy but I can't seem to ...
A: ___________ follow up on Nursing momma dog_________________ Hi - Just wondered if you tried the ...
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| SKIN problems | 6/9/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: We have an 11 year old Shih Tzu. She's fairly small, only about 11#. We've struggled for years ...
A: The other shih tzu doggie can have gain-free feeding too. It is the best for them! Make sure you ...
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| SKIN problems | 6/9/2009 | Marie Peppers shih tzu expert |
Q: We have an 11 year old Shih Tzu. She's fairly small, only about 11#. We've struggled for years ...
A: Ok Kids - Here is my plan... Keep taking your antibiotic from the Vet.. *add this to your program: ...
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