One argument asserts that Shihpoos are already so cute that they need no additional help from accessories. Another argument accepts that Shihpoos are already adorable but asks, “why limit fun and beauty?” How can you accessorize your Shihpoo and your Shihpoo life? Shihpoo families have various options for accessorizing both their dog and their own…
Families who have a dog they love can go on and on about why it is the best dog breed ever. The following list of reasons to love a Shihpoo will offer no surprises to Shihpoo families. In fact, I certainly hope to see many comments from Shihpoo Mamas and Papas about other reasons they…
Whenever I think of a dog being neutered or spayed, I think of Gary Larsen’s The Far Side cartoon of a dog hanging out a car window bragging to his neighbor dog about all the fun things he gets to do that afternoon. And then, “I’m going to the vet’s to get tutored.” That said,…
One of the top reasons we got our first Shihpoo, Titus Rex, had to do with our son’s hope to have a sleeping buddy on his bed, providing comfort in the dark at night. Unlike efforts with previous puppies we had, we chose to crate train our Shihpoos from the beginning, even though it required…
As a relative newcomer to puppy-dom, Shihpoos are still not very well known. Even their spelling varies from Shihpoo to Shih-poo to Shipoo and even Shih poo. Sometimes, it can be difficult to locate a Shihpoo for sale with a breeder in your area or even around the country. We feel fortunate to have found…
Surfing through social media, the most common descriptions you will find of Shihpoo puppies, after “adorable” and “cute,” will be “cuddly,” “adventurous,” “playful,” and “happy.” As the owner of two Shihpoo boys, we can attest to all of these traits. What are Shihpoos like in temperament and personality? Shihpoo puppies are loving, patient and playful…
With two Shihpoos in the home, we don’t lack for cuddles, fun and energy. Still, a daily routine is critical for the physical and mental health of Shihpoos and Shihpoo families alike. What is a typical Shihpoo daily routine? While Shihpoo puppies can sleep up to 18 hours a day, Shihpoo adults can also be…
When you welcome a Shihpoo into your home and your heart, you care about his or her health and want to make sure he or she is growing properly. You already anticipate the growth milestones ahead, from sleeping through the night to teething to gaining weight and graduating to adult food. Still, each stage over…
As cute, sweet, and fun as Shihpoo puppies are, the reality is that we cannot take them with us everywhere we go. Some places are out of bounds, even for these small companions: work, medical offices, grocery stores, gyms, etc. We have learned from experience and research the guidelines in this post about leaving your…
The more we unite and ask Google for help, the more they will work on our behalf to clear up our search results.
This post contains affiliate links which means if you click and buy, I may make a commission at no cost to you. See my full policy for more details. While most potential dog owners agree that it is better for the dogs and society to rescue a puppy (young, adult or senior) from a shelter…
Our first Shihpoo puppy cost us $600 from a breeder in southeast Idaho back in 2016. Two years later, our second Shihpoo cost us $1,000. Did we get a great deal on the first one or were we taken to the cleaners on the second? Our 2019 survey answers this and other questions about the…
In September 2019, Shihpoo Central conducted a nationwide survey of nearly 400 Shihpoo puppies available for adoption and sale. Besides purchase and adoption pricing by state as well as puppy coat colors and value added services offered by various breeders, we noted the names breeders use to market their puppies. What are the 10 most…
One of the biggest frustrations of Shihpoo owners is the worry over the proper way to train your puppy. We have been there, and we still are. While some commands take weeks or longer to master, you can teach your Shihpoo these five commands in a matter of just a few minutes a day for…
Both our Shihpoos are prone to tear stains below the inside portion of their eyes, and this can concern many owners. It can look “icky,” but you might also worry about eye health issues. Eye discharge is common among Shihpoos, but there are ways to prevent, treat and clean the area. What can you do…
