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One of the greatest dangers facing dog judges when they begin is the flatcatcher, a term that I understand originated in the equestrian world and was used to describe a horse that appeared superficially to be far better than it was in reality. In dogs there are several factors that can contribute to this artificial … Read more
This is the colour-coded Pedigree of The NUMBER ONE BITCH, and also the Cream Puppy, for everyone who has asked me. It is a very tightly line-bred pedigree with both parents being 3/4 siblings with 75% similar pedigree. French Bulldogs don’t usually breed true, and in order to capture TYPE & CONSISTENCY, one needs to … Read more
One of the integral hallmarks of the French Bulldog is its Silhouette & Topline, after its Square Head & Bat Ears. An ideal Frenchie should always be cobby, compact and shapely, maintaining that desired curvy topline especially on the move. I personally prefer to judge the topline on the move as a dog can hunch … Read more
21st September of every year is Kwame Nkrumah’s Memorial Day; a day set aside in Ghana to remember the sacrifices and ideals of Ghana’s first President-Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah. Members of the ShihTzu Club of Ghana, a not-for-profit group of passionate ShihTzu breeders and fanciers decided to commemorate this year’s Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day by … Read more
As our beloved furry friends age, they require special attention and care to ensure they enjoy a comfortable and happy life. Senior pets, like humans, can experience a range of health issues and physical limitations. By making certain adjustments and providing the right care, we can help them navigate their golden years with ease and … Read more
Regular grooming is important for your pet’s health and wellbeing, as well as their appearance. An untended coat can become long, matted, and uncomfortable for your pet. Grooming helps rid the coat of shed hair and dead skin while spreading natural oils. Clipping ensures the maintenance of a comfortable coat length to match the seasons … Read more
In my early years of showing ShihTzu, one major critic most judges gave on my show coat was “low undercoat could be improved”. This constant critic drove me to look for better ways to keep my dogs coat and grow more undercoat. In my case the driving cause for this low undercoat were my ignorance … Read more
In the link below you will see a video we talk and show you how to clip your puppy nails and also shaving the paw covered hairs.Kindly Subscribe to our Youtube channel for more tips and educational information on pets. https://youtu.be/BmSyxaouEbk After trimming nails, use Madan’s Grooming Comb for your pet. The Madan aluminum grooming … Read more
In the link below you will see a video we talk about vitamins and its importance to the optimal performance of your dog. Kindly Subscribe to our Youtube channel for more tips and educational information on pets. https://youtu.be/jDiLQu2si_8 DocRoy’s Daily Care Multi Vitamins with Minerals is a dog multivitamin that features higher levels of essential … Read more
Features to look out for from the Head Region First of all whether a ShihTzu is show quality or pet quality, it does not matter especially if it delivers on it’s core function of serving as a companion dog. Having said this, in determining whether your ShihTzu is a breeding quality or pet quality, you … Read more