Hey Everyone!
I'm going later today to look at a litter of pups. They are Shih-Tzu's, about 5 weeks old.
Don't worry! I am not taking one home today, =) just looking and hopefully selecting one.
I'm looking for a VERY laid back, easy going, friendly dog. I read a lot into breeds, From what i read, I think the shih-tzu's tend to be pretty well rounded dogs? (it has to be a small dog because we already have 2 big dogs).
What does everyone think of this breed?
Also, I know there are certain "behavior" tests that you can do to help determine the temperment of a pup, I know some of them but i was wondering if anyone had anything to add, what too look for to find a very good natured, happy go lucky pup, as opposed to a nervous or stand off-ish one =)
I know i want the one that bounds up to me, tail wagging and not barking. I also know that to determine how dominant or submissive the dog is, you can hold it on it's back and judge it's reaction....
Other ideas?
Thanks everyone!