Shih Tzu

Shih Tzu This breed, the Shih Tzu is originally from China and is one of the most ancient breeds of Tibet. It is a good watchdog and companion dog, ideal as a family pet. It gets along with both adults and children and enjoys being petted and pampered. It is also called the Tibetan Temple Dog. This canine is crossed with other breeds and dogs like Shih-Poo and Pom Shih are developed. It is a strong, lively, intelligent, cheerful and friendly dog with a jaunty attitude. They are eager to learn and have a mind of their own. Appearance Size: Its height is around 8-11". It has a compact, well-proportioned and sturdy structure. It weighs ...  Read the complete review

Shih Tzu dogs are wonderful. I know because for the last 8 years I have had Molly who is a gold and white girl. Now I guess if you are reading this you may be considering buying one, so I really want to give you a personal account of why they make perfect companions for some, and are maybe not suitable for others. I will also add some really important medical issues which I have learnt from my daughter who is about to qualify as a vet. They are lively little dogs but are sturdy. A good weight for an adult is about 6kgs. This means you can carry them for a short distance and are lovely to cuddle up to. They are not thin little dogs and ...  Read the complete review

This was a breed of dog I considered getting as my aunt has a Shih Tzu and has had her for about a year longer than I have had my dog. She is still like a puppy with her energy and playfulness! My aunt is 70 in a few months and only manages to go on short walks with her dog and the dog seems content with the short walk and access to the garden to run around in as much as she likes throughout the day. I know she managed to toilet train her really quickly and the dog will do basic obedience but has never taken a formal class. She is good walking on a lead and does not see herself as a small dog and will constantly want to go and play with the biggest dog in ...  Read the complete review

I'm not going to write about the history of the Shih tzu, but I can say that they are a great dog to have. Loving , playful, cute and adorable. You'll get plenty of love and companionship from a Shih tzu, they're little dogs with a big character. A Shih tzu's personality will shine, they have a great sense of humour,and if you raise them from a pup all the love and care you put in you'll get back ten fold. They'll love your attention and like to please you. If you want a dog like this you do need to be prepared to keep them properly groomed and brushed regularly. You don't need to have them all long hair and bows, I think they look lovely with what's known as the puppy ...  Read the complete review

This review will take you away from the conception that Shih Tzus (Pronounced SHIT-ZOO) prance around with their long hair, bows on their head looking down from their tall pile of silk cushions! FAR FROM IT! So where to begin? How about the origin... Shih Tzus are thought to originate from Tibet where they were given as presents to guard the Emperors. That's right! So this is the first misconception to correct. Shih Tzus can become very viscous if their loved ones are in danger or if they have a tasty bone that you are trying to take away! This is why young children must be watched with them if they (the Shih Tzu) are playing with their ...  Read the complete review