Shih Tzu Dog Breed - Amazing Facts

Shih Tzu is famous for its perky, happy temperaments. They are lively and friendly. Shih Tzu tends to get along well with people of all ages and other dogs as well as other pets of different species.

You'll rarely find a snippy Shih Tzu, most of them are very sweet.

Shih Tzu is not a big chewer with their short muzzles, but they enjoy digging, and some indulge in nuisance barking. They have a great desire to be with people, whether they are sitting on your lap or walking through the park.

Shih Tzu is very easy to keep and quickly become obese when given too many treats. They do not need or want a mile of a hike every day, but they enjoy walking, and they should keep fit.

Shih Tzu competes with some success in obedience and agility. Beware of practising Shih Tzu in hot, humid weather with a short muzzle, the breed is prone to heatstroke.

Hair is a four-letter word for Shih Tzu. Most pet owners have a short, year-round body clip, which looks pretty nice and is very easy to take care of. If you want to keep a long flowing coat, you need to be prepared for some substantial grooming time.

These dogs require weekly coat oil baths to help keep their mats down and daily grooming to prevent any foreign objects from catching in the coat. Dogs with the correct texture of the coat do not mat nearly as much as those with a soft coat.

Shih Tzu tends to require a great deal of personal attention every day. They thrive in human company and can easily become spoiled. They love training and learning tricks, making them the focus of attention.

Shih Tzu should be socialized to children at an early age, but they appreciate people of all ages. Do not count on your Shih Tzu to guard the house; he would gladly welcome a burglar with open paws.

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