Latest articles from Pug resource for pug puppy,pug breeders and other pets (http://www.pugnaround.net) http://www.pugnaround.net 2008-10-13T04:51:58+01:00 text/html 2007-12-02T07:31:46+01:00 http://www.pugnaround.net http://www.pugnaround.net/shih-tzu-whelping-a319.html The average gestation period for a shih tzu is 58 to 65 days following conception. With a first pregnancy your shih tzu may not show signs until late in term. Just before her due date the abdominal muscles may suddenly appear to distend suddenly. Some shih tzu may produce colostrum and milk. She may suffer a loss of appetite or if just eaten, they may suddenly throw it back up....