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Breed Characteristics
Average Size: Small
Average Lifespan: 10-18 years
Kid/Pet Friendly: Sometimes
Registry: aca,akc
Activity Level: low
Shedding Level: low
Grooming Level: high
Trainability: moderate
Good For Novice Owners: high
Adaptability: high
Prey Drive: low
Watchdog: chill
Breed Information
Overview
Shoulder height: 9-11 inches. Weight: 9-16 pounds.
The Shih Tzu originated in China centuries ago. Their name means “lion”, so they are sometimes referred to as the “lion dog”. They were developed by Imperial breeders in the palace who crossed the Lhasa Apso and Pekingese to create it. These dogs lived a life of luxury as royal lap dogs behind the palace walls.
Because they were bred specifically for the royalty of Imperial China, they remained relatively unknown around the world until the 1930s. Their royal origins and isolation from the rest of the world despite being an older dog breed are some facts about the Shih Tzu.
The AKC recognized the Shih Tzu as part of the Toy Group in 1969. They continue to be a popular toy dog in both the United Kingdom and the United States and are considered one of the most popular dog breeds.
Temperament
A Shih Tzu is an intelligent, loving, affectionate, and social dog with a cheerful disposition and sometimes a mischievous streak. They are one of the most affectionate dog breeds and are the quintessential companion and lap dog. Although they can have an independent streak, they absolutely love being around people.
Shih Tzu are alert and lively, but tend to be relatively quiet and will seldom bark unless they have been trained into it purposefully or as an accidental bad habit. Well-socialized, they tend to get along well with children and other pets. In fact, they tend to be very affectionate toward children. Due to their small size, a Shih Tzu can be easily injured by accidental falls or rough play, so interactions between young kids and puppies should be closely supervised.
Did You Know?
Famous Shih Tzu owners include Queen Elizabeth II, Beyoncé, Miley Cyrus, Bill Gates, Mariah Carey, and more.
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