Shih Tzu Breed Info

Energy **
Trainng **
Watchdog ***
Grooming ****

Shih Tzu is originated from China and also known as foo dog, chrysanthemum-faced dog
Size: max: 11 inches (H) and 16 pounds (W)
Color: any color or color combination
Coat: double coated with long, dense, flowing outer coat
Personality: friendly, trusting, affectionate, lively, alert
Care: grooming, area around the eyes should be cleaned gently each day
Known health problem: eye problems, allergy, cleft palate, renal disease
Group: toy dogs

Good with children? yes
Good with other pets? yes


Shih Tzu dogs are good as apartment dogs, and they are best matched with attentive owners. Most Shih Tzus enjoy exercising outdoors. They like long walk, or just running around the house. The long coat needs daily brushing, most owners keep the coat short for easier care. They are very sensitive to high temperatures.

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