The Shih Tzu’s hair is often the easiest place to hide dirt, and if it is not bathed regularly it will not only produce a foul odor, but will also be prone to parasites and skin diseases. How to bathe a Shih Tzu? It’s not as simple as just washing, incorrect bathing may make the Shih Tzu repulsive psychology, not conducive to health, only the right way, will make the Shih Tzu more comfortable and healthy.
First, help shih tzu bath, water temperature is very important
For Shih Tzu, too hot or too cold temperature will give it uncomfortable stimulation, and then let the Shih Tzu refuses to bathe this thing, the most comfortable water temperature that is slightly warm. So how do we know what water temperature is suitable? You can use your arm to test the temperature, because the skin here is more sensitive to temperature.
Second, the water column can cause tension in Shih Tzu dogs
Many owners like to use a shower head to bathe their Shih Tzu because it is easy to use. However, if the water pressure of the shower head is too strong, the water jets may make them uncomfortable; the hissing sound of the water from the shower head may also cause irritation to Shih Tzu, making them feel nervous and scared. If you must use the shower head, you can use your hand as a buffer, so that the water column rushes on the hand, for the Shih Tzu to block off the water column of the force, at the same time, the Shih Tzu can also feel your hand on it, which will also bring peace of mind for them.
Third, unsuitable detergents
Never just use human body wash or shampoo to bathe your Shih Tzu! Because a Shih Tzu’s skin has a different pH than a human’s, using a human lotion may cause their skin to dry out. When choosing a shampoo for your Shih Tzu, it is also important to target their skin condition. If your dog is prone to skin problems, you can ask your veterinarian what kind of shampoo to pick. For Shih Tzus with more sensitive skin, you can test wash a small area on their back first to see if there are any abnormalities in their skin.
Fourth, soap is not easy to clean dirty
Some owners choose soap to bathe their Shih Tzu, but soap cannot thoroughly clean the dirt and oil from the skin. If you are going to use soap, you must carefully scrub every part of the Shih Tzu’s body and let the soap bubbles stay on the Shih Tzu for some time before rinsing it off so that the dirt can be thoroughly washed off.
V. Gently combing the hair
After blow-drying the Shih Tzu’s fur, you should also comb it. If you find that the Shih Tzu’s fur is knotted, or there are hairballs, it’s best to take it to a professional groomer to deal with it, and don’t rip the knots out of the way by yourself, as it will not only hurt the Shih Tzu, but also hurt their skin!
Six, reduce the blowing time
Most Shih Tzu do not like the noise of hair dryer, so it is best to minimize the time of using hair dryer! Owners can prepare a few extra towels with strong absorbency and use them to soak up as much water as possible before blow-drying, preferably to a semi-dry level, which will greatly reduce the time spent using the hair dryer!
VII. Appropriate frequency of bathing
Bathing too often will not only cause stress to the Shih Tzu, but will also wash away the oils on their skin, making it fragile. Under normal circumstances, two baths a month is enough, owners can not grasp the time, you can also consult a professional veterinarian’s advice.
Owners who follow the above correct method of bathing will surely keep their Shih Tzu comfortable and safe! Let’s make bathing a happy event together!
