Shih Tzu Dog Breed Features

Vital Stats Of the Shih tzu Breed

This dog is ideal for

Apartments and Fenced Individual Homes

This dog weighs

M: 4.5 to 8 kgs F:4.5 - 7.5 kgs.

Life span of this dog

10 to 18 Years

Some highlights of the breed

Origin

Shih Tzu, you own a little bit of Chinese history. Imperial breeders in the palace of the Chinese emperor developed the Shih Tzu (meaning “lion dog”) centuries ago from Tibetan breeding stock.

Temperament

As the sole purpose of the Shih Tzu is that of a companion and house pet, it is essential that its temperament be outgoing, happy, affectionate, friendly and trusting towards all.

Grooming

A Shih Tzu with a long coat requires daily brushing. Use a good-quality wire brush with flexible pins. A bath about every three or four weeks will help to keep the coat clean and at its best.

Child friendliness

Because of their affectionate nature and usually docile temperament, Shih Tzu make wonderful family pets. Overall, Shih Tzu are regarded as a good fit for homes with children.

Poochles indicators of the breed

Heat Tolerance

40%

Care From Parent

90%

Guarding

60%

Things to keep in mind about the breed

Short daily walks with their owner and indoor playtime will satisfy the activity needs of this small, short-legged companion.

History about the Shih tzu breed

Shih Tzu is, somewhat inexplicably given his willingness to be spoiled, one of the sweeter of toy breeds and one of the more popular, too. The coat, which comes in many colors, is worth the time you will put into it—few dogs are as beautiful as a well-groomed Shih Tzu.

Being cute is a way of life for this lively charmer. The Shih Tzu is known to be especially affectionate with children. The breed tends to charm his owner into letting him have his own way, which can result in a chubby, less-than-completely-housebroken pet who is difficult to groom. Because Shih Tzu are such people dogs, training methods based on praise and rewards work best.Some Shih Tzus can chew too much stuff, nip a bit too often, jump on people, and lick enough to lose fur. The Shih Tzu feels that he is large and in charge, and he can growl to protect his food and toys if he isn’t taught to play nicely and share.