Shih Tzu Dog Breed
Shih Tzu Dog Classification: Shih
Tzus are companion dogs.
Other Names: Chinese Lion Dog,
Chrysanthemum Dog, Lion Dog, Chrysanthemum-Faced
Dog, Foo Dog,
Shih Tzu in Foreign Languages:
German: anerkannte
Hunderasse aus Tibet
Italian: gioccatolo cinese
Turkish: kisa kasli
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Origins: Shih Tzu were initially
bred in china, and considered one of the
favorite breeds of the emperor of China.
Description: Shih Tzus are small
sturdy dogs with a squarely built body.
They have a long torso, and short legs,
they have flat ears and a some what flat
faced.
Size: Shih Tzu dogs weigh 8 to
16 lbs, they stand 7 to 11 inches tall
at their shoulder.
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weight
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height |
Male |
8 - 16 lbs |
7 - 11 inches tall |
Female |
8 - 16 lbs |
7 - 11 inches tall |
Coat: Shih Tzu have a dense, wavy,
flowing double coatcoat that is gold,
light or dark brown, white black and white
brindle.
Disposition: Shih Tzu are happy
affectionate "lap dogs", they
are tough and can be stubborn. Shih Tzus
are good with children and very durable.
Type Dog: Shih Tzus are companion
dogs.
Litter Size: Shih Tzu give birth
to litterrs of 1 to 8 puppies.
Behavior: Shih Tzu are gentle
and loyal, they make good companion dogs.
Traits: Friendly, independent,
Country of Origin: China
Life Span: Shih Tzu typically
live 10 to 16 years.
Club Recognitions: FCI, AKC, ANKC,
CKC, KC (UK), NZKC, UKC
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