Shichi

Shichi’s, the crossbreed between a chihuahua and a shih tzu, are a small cute purse sized designer dog. Though they are cute and small, they are very well known to be pretty aggressive.

Their aggressive mostly is stemming from their overprotective demeanour. They love their owners so much so that they will use their high shriek of a bark to protect them against anything, even larger animals.

You can expect them to bark at any suspicious stranger that they do not know. If you are having company over at your home, and your shichi doesn’t know them, you can expect them to be a little on edge until they feel the situation is comfortable for you and them both.

Shichis are not only cute little companions that are small, but they are photogenic and loving as well. You can expect lots of cuddle time with these little ones. They like to feel the comfort of their owner. If you are looking for a quiet dog, then a shichi is not for you.

This breed is well known to use their voice and a lot at that. Their protective personality is what makes them so keen to barking. They feel like they need to protect you, so they just let you know of any, and I mean any, possible threat. Even if that’s just a leave falling in your backyard, your schichi will let you know.

Like most other small breeds, they can be stubborn when trying to housebreak them. They choose when they want to go potty outside. If it is raining, or wet outside you can expect these guys to refuse pottying outside.

For best results in this area, it is crucial to begin training as soon as possible, and stay on top of it until they are no longer having accidents inside. Their adorable appearance can make it easy to let them get away with things, but it is imperative in their training to not let things slide because then it will turn into a norm for your dog.

At that point, you can consider it a lost cause, because it is much harder to train a dog once they’ve already been getting away with it.

Altogether, schichi’s are very sweet and loving companions. They will protect you, and your family. As well as remind you of every possible threat, even the slightest threat.

You will find a bond with this breed quickly as they love human contact, and thrive in a home where lots of love it to be given. A decent amount of time on your hands to train them in the beginning stages of ownership is crucial to train them efficiently and effectively.

Just remember that they can’t get away with things just because they are so adorable. They need routine, and they need the discipline to thrive in your home. You won’t regret adding one of these dogs to your home if you're looking for a sweet, small companion that will love you forever.

They are very loyal, and you will find yourself a new best friend in this breed.