I am prompt reliable honest and respectful of your precious family member doggie. I love dogs and understand how they communicate. I have a steady firm hand but i never scold or fight with you dog. I will offer love and kindness to your dog. And treat him/her like my own. I know about EPI dogs too. Shih Tzus are my favorite because we have two in our family, but I think all dogs are wonderful shih tzus are very stubborn and you have to work with him so I am familiar with working with your dog to get them to do what you want.. I am clean and neat and clean up after myself and do not make Messes in your home I will clean up the dog poop and put it where you want I carry doggie bags Wherever I Go I have taken care of an old senior dog in my life very sick dogs and little puppies I successfully change my little puppy shih tzu and I will follow you any training instructions.