Shih Tzu - Teaching Your Shih Tzu To Use A Collar And A Lead

Walking on a collar and lead is an important skill that every shih tzu must learn. Even the best trained shih tzu should never be taken outside the home or yard without a sturdy collar and leash.

Even if your shih tzu is trained perfectly to go off lead, accidents and distractions do happen, and a collar, with proper identification attached, is the best way to be sure you will get your beloved companion back.

Of course before you can teach your new shih tzu puppy to accept a leash, he or she must first learn to accept wearing a collar. The first step is to choose a collar that fits the shih tzu properly. It is important to measure the shih tzu puppy