Your new Shih Tzu puppy may start to cry late at night when all is quiet and it is time for sleep. This occurs because the puppy by nature wants to be with the "pack" during sleep time. Having left the Shih Tzu litter, your puppy’s pack is not present and they may be lonely and confused. They may howl and yelp on and off for quite some time. The best way to have them get used to their new environment is to put the puppy in their crate and lay a sheet or towel over the crate. The dark crate gives them a safe enclosed environment. It may take a few nights for Shih Tzu puppies to get used to the routine, but if you are consistent the puppy will calm down and yelp less and eventually go to sleep.

You can use a little blanket or soft t-shirt right from the dryer and place it next to your Florida Shih Tzu puppy. This may also help to aid in the loneliness. Your new Shih Tzu puppy may have a problem with the sleeping situation for a while but as time goes on they will get used to the new environment.

These puppy tips come from Shih Tzu breeders for you!