In this video, we bring to you 5 Odd Shih Tzu Behaviors Explained.
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To Be Clear: A Shih Tzu can bring you much delight, but they also come along with some particularly odd behaviors. If you have a Shih Tzu, you might have noticed some weird behaviors that they keep doing over and over, and you might be wondering what these behaviors mean. In this video, we will talk about 5 Odd Shih Tzu Behaviors, and go in-depth, explaining why your Shih Tzu does them, and what it means. Let’s get started.
Number 1: Staring Intensely.
One of the oddest things your Shih Tzu might do is staring at you intently, giving you that feeling that they might be judging you, or definitely have a lot to say to you. While it might seem odd to you why they’re doing it, you should know that it’s most likely from a place of love, not because they hold any bad intent towards you. Your Shih Tzu is simply staring at you because they love you and trust you, and staring at you just makes them happy. It could also be because they’re trying to read you and understand what you want from them, as they tend to do everything they can to please you. Some Shih Tzus though, do it because they want something from you, or they just need you to give them attention. No matter why your Shih Tzu might be doing it, in the end, there’s nothing you can do about it, and you just have to get used to those eyes following your every move.
Number 2: Digging the Bed.
Making a comfortable shelter was one of the behaviors dogs had to learn while in the wild, such as digging a shallow hole in the ground before going to bed. These behaviors are still being done by different dogs today, Shih Tzus included, even though they are no more in the wild. For different Shih Tzus though, this behavior could mean different things. Some Shih Tzus might be doing this just out of curiosity and the need to explore their environment. While others might be doing it because of anxiety and the amount of excess energy they have. Since this behavior is not particularly dangerous, you can choose to ignore it, or you can still decide to observe and find out why your Shih Tzu is doing it, just in case you might need to take them to the vet, or get some more toys for playtime.
Number 3: Picky Eating.
To get your Shih Tzu to eat, you consistently have to add new toppings, spice things up or present their food in a more appetizing way. If you don’t do this, they either just sniff and walk away, or they nibble on it just a little before eventually giving up. Most Shih Tzus are picky eaters, and it’s a real problem that different owners have to deal with on a daily basis. There’s really no particular reason why Shih Tzus do this, but most times, it’s usually because of an underlying problem, such as health issues or dental problems. If your Shih Tzu is being picky just because they can, it’s most likely because you as the owner has encouraged the behavior, or approached it from a perspective that it’s not a serious issue. To get them to stop, you’ll have to take different approaches until you find something that works. You can try scheduling their meals, monitoring how much calories they take in from treats or snacks, as it can fill them up quickly, and if it comes to it, make their food better.
Number 4: Barking Excessively.
Having a Shih Tzu that barks all the time can be very annoying, especially when they don’t listen to you. They are different reasons why your Shih Tzu barks a lot, and some of them include, lack of exercise, loneliness, to get your attention, or to alert you. Some of this barking is perfectly fine, but some can be controlled. You can start exercising your Shih Tzu more to reduce excess energy, which in turn will reduce barking. You can start ignoring them if they’re barking for attention, instead of giving them time, and you can train your dog to deal with being alone for a certain period.
Number 5: Eating their Poop
Eating their poop, or caprophasia is something nearly all Shih Tzus do, and it’s absolutely disgusting. Female Shih Tzus that are nursing may lick the feces of their puppies in order to maintain a clean den. This behavior is thought to have evolved as a way to protect their puppies in the past, and is now done instinctively. Puppies that see their mum doing it, do it in turn. Another reason, a subtle one, is that they fear being punished. Shih Tzus are intelligent, and if they do their business in the house, and get punished for that, they’ll do it again, but this time, they’ll eat it, to avoid being punished. That’s why positive reinforcement is the best way to train your dog, not punishing them negatively. A strong “no” when you see them doing it, is enough to correct the behavior.
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