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Shih Tzu Grooming Styles

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The major elements involved in setting up a Shih Tzu Groom Shop are:

1.Rent and security deposits.

2.Renovation

3.Tools and equipment

4.Furniture and fixtures

5.Legal fees

6.Insurance

7.Advertising

8.Supplies

9.Cash reserve

The cost will depend upon your location and the materials you start out with. You can estimate at least $10,000 to start your Speciality Shih Tzu Grooming Shop.

Rent: Will vary according to the specific location. Rent in a major metropolitan center will be greater than in a rural area. A landlord will usually demand a security deposit in advance or with your first month's rent. In addition, there will likely be deposits required for utilities.

Renovation: Is dependent upon the Shih Tzu Groom shop's condition and your desire to alter or design the shop.

Tools and equipment: A basic assortment of clippers, blades, scissors, shampoos, brushes, combs, cosmetics for your Shih Tzu Groom Shop will cost at a minimum of $400. Heavy equipment such as dryers, cages and tables fitted with groom loops will cost at a minimum of $2,000.

Legal fees: If you choose a lawyer to negotiate a lease on the most favorable terms for your Shih Tzu Groom Shop, his or her services can cost more than $300.00. The investment may be well worth it, however, if you are unable to negotiate a favorable lease term yourself.

Insurance: Is a must have item.

Advertising: Before opening the doors to your Shih Tzu Groom Shop, you will want to advertise and promote the shop as quickly as possible. Ways of advertising could be through the Yellow Pages, newspapers, direct mail and flyers, at vet offices, pet supply warehouses and the internet. One page websites on the internet describing your business with e-mail and telephone numbers would be quite helpful. You would need to market and promote your website as well.

Supplies: Pet supplies such as designer pet clothing, shampoos, cr'me rinses, toys and treats, even a pet food distributorship such as HealthyPetNet Life's Abundance could become quite prosperous in a busy Shih Tzu Grooming Shop. The possibilities for retailing pet supplies in a Shih Tzu Grooming Shop are endless.

Reserve cash: You will of course need to start out with a fair amount of reserve cash in your Shih Tzu Grooming Shop.

Shih Tzu Grooming Styles

All Shih Tzu owners should know several basic grooming techniques. It is very important to use the right equipment. There are many different types of brushes, combs, clipper blades and other tools. If you use the wrong brush, brushing technique, comb or clipper blade you can easily break Shih Tzu's hair or give the Shih Tzu brush burn.

Some knowledge of anatomy is useful. You will need to maintain proper control of the Shih Tzu while grooming. Control points are used to alert the Shih Tzu to what the groomer wants him to do. Shih Tzu puppies are especially important for the groomer to control properly while grooming. Take care not to frighten the Shih Tzu during early grooming sessions. The grooming sessions should be fun for both the Shih Tzu puppy and the owner.

Introduce your new Shih Tzu puppy to grooming as soon as you bring him home. At the young age of 8 weeks Shih Tzu puppies usually learn proper grooming manners quickly if they are handled properly.

Aspects of grooming that contribute to a Shih Tzu's good health:

1.To prevent ear infection keep the Shih Tzu's ears clean of hair.

2.Remove excess wax promptly. This can be done with a piece of cotton that has been dipped in alcohol.

3.Be careful not to pry deep in the ear or stick anything small into the ear. If there is reason to do so, the Shih Tzu should be taken to a veterinarian.

4.Keep toenails trimmed and filed. This helps the Shih Tzu to walk easier and more comfortable as well as keeps him from snagging furniture or scratching owner's legs and arms.

5.Anal glands should be expressed to avoid discomfort to the dog by your veterinarian if you groom your Shih Tzu at home. The professional groomer can do this if you have your Shih Tzu professionally groomed.

6.All Shih Tzu owners should have some knowledge of ticks, fleas, and lice and know what to do if the Shih Tzu becomes infested with any of these parasites.

Shih Tzu can very easily be groomed completely at home if you learn some basic grooming techniques, use the right equipment and have some knowledge of anatomy of your Shih Tzu.

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