[header] How to groom shih tzus [title] Purchase everything you'll need. [step] Grooming your shih tzu at home requires a few specialty items that you will need to purchase. Most of the items can be easily found at your local pet store or grocery store. 
You will also need some other items that you probably have lying around the house, like towels and a hairdryer. [substeps] You will need to purchase a dog brush, preferably a curry brush with rubber teeth that will be gentle, but effective, on your dog's coat.