Beating the Blues with My Shih Tzu

Four months ago today, after a thorough consideration, I decided to own a mixed-bred shih tzu pup. I named him Tomiko which is a Japanese term for "good fortune". 

Owning a shih tzu  is not that easy. I have had two mixed breed dogs before, Oliver and Domino. They were Aspin breeds and so they do not need a lot of attention as shih tzus do.

Taking care of Tomiko means waking up every day earlier than I was used to. Spending at least 30 minutes to groom his hair and play ball for a while before feeding him. What's funny is that, I tend to spend more time grooming his hair than I do mine.

Now, he is four times bigger and heavier than he was four months ago. And he was more demanding too. A spoiled brat of a dog LOL. He is now my alarm clock, barking his heart out to wake me up at 6:30. He does naughty things to catch my attention whenever he wanted to play or wanted to be groomed and cuddled. 

Truly, taking care of shih tzus is a responsibility more difficult than owning a pond of gold fishes. It would mean spending a portion of your budget for their shots and vitamins and other veterinary fees, cleaning after their mess, taking time to play with them, teaching them a trick or two, and spending time for their grooming. But it's worth all the efforts.

My Tomiko is now five months old today. With his playful energy and cuddly features, he sure knows how to beat my blues away.

I couldn't wait 'til he's older and his coat longer and I could put ribbons in his fur. I know he would somewhat hate it, but what can he do? LOL

First ever photo ... taken during his first day as my pup

One week after the first day

Playing Dress Up ... and he doesn't like it :P

At play time ... he knows how to play ball.

After taking a splurge at Blue Waters

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