General
Most ailments can be avoided by using preventative medicine and by feeding your Shih Tzu a healthy, well-balanced diet. With proper feeding, and keeping to scheduled visits to the veterinarian for booster shots and routine examinations, you can help your Shih Tzu avoid many medical problems. By combining these measures with proper hygiene and an adequate exercise program, you will have done everything possible to assure that your Shih Tzu lives a long and healthy life. |
Preventive
Measures
Internal Parasites
External Parasites
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Symptoms
There are certain symptoms your Shih Tzu may exhibit when it is not feeling well. Watch for loss of appetite or thirst, excessive appetite or thirst, physical exhaustion, poor coat condition, excessive coughing or sneezing, frequent wheezing or running nose, pale gums, foul breath, repeated vomiting, slight paralysis or limping, trembling or shaking, sudden weight loss, any swelling or lumps on the body, cloudy or orange-colored urine, inability to urinate, uncontrolled urination, diarrhea, moaning or whimpering, discharge from the eyes, or any unusual slobbering or salivation. If you notice any one or combination of these, call your vet.
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