Carrying himself with a proud, arrogant bearing, yet possessing a happy, sweet-natured temperament, the Shih Tzu is less demanding and less yappy than most other toy breeds.
Though he is solidly built and lively and loves to play in the yard, he doesn't need much more exercise than that.
A lover of comfort and attention, he enjoys cuddling on laps and snuggling into soft pillows. He makes a terrific pet for senior citizens.
Most Shih Tzus are friendly (or at least polite) with strangers, though socialization is necessary to develop this trusting temperament. Shih Tzus are also peaceful with other pets.
If you are considering to own a shih tzu, or you’ve just become a new shih tzu owner, there are some realities you do need to fully accept.
Check out the twelve realities new shih tzu owners must accept on the next page! …and if you already are a shih tzu owner, see if you can relate!
Kerry Goodwin
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Neil Goodwin
Jim Smith
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Pretty much sums it up. I would add maybe….”She, who must be obeyed!”
Rocci Ledoux
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Dakota Goodell
Shirley Kogoy
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I love mine
David Perron
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Ronda Perron Vera Peters
Margaret Hancock
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My little Shih Tzu is a magic little dog .
Dan Zarrelli
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MY SHIH TZU IS A SPOILED BRAT!
Arlene Gray
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Yup all true xx
Mary L Blackburn
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Yep this is me and my Shih Tzu’s
Joanne Buell
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Wouldn’t have any other breed!! Love my babies!!
Paula Longo Zych
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Best dogs ever
Tanessia Petties
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Torrance Petties
Sharon Smith
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Favorite breed. I love my Shih Tzu.
Sandra Porter
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Me and my partner are hoping to have a Shih Tzu puppy in September after we get married in August, after reading all these lovely comments we can’t wait, my sister has got one and she is beautiful we love her
Joanne McGugan
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Niall McGugan
Niall McGugan
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Spookily true
Dave Clark
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Debbie Atkin
Anne Watson
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What a lovley doggie Christina miss you
Seren Howarth
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Ryan Delaney
Seren Howarth
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Lisa Howells so true isn’t it!!!:) x
Jayson Robertson
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These are so true Brandi Dyer Holder
Dave Clark
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Debbie Atkin
Kim Gagliardi
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Joe Gagliardi Jr
Anne Hawkins
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Alfie is the love of my life. Such loving little dogs plus no hairs anywhere. 6yrs old now and loved by everyone.
Marcia Barnes
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Best dog we have ever had. Ours is a rescue. Doesn’t think he is a dog
Brenda Hopkins
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I have one now for 3 months and i just love him and he sure love’s me back. I would never sell him even for a 1,000,000.00. They are such great dogs and i am retired and he is my baby. If you are thinking of getting one, run fast and get one because they are full of love.
Brande Atkinson
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So true. Love my Chewy
Brande Atkinson
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The look and couch sharing all in one
Edward Nadeau
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Love my boy.!!
Colleen O'Neill
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Beautiful dogs
Carole Marie McGarvey-Siebert
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This is all true and I wouldn’t trade my boy for all the money in the world! Best dogs ever!
Laurene Mastantuono
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Yes they are the best. They are so sweet and loving.
Jan Crone
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Love my shihtzu buster
Chris Campion
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Our Milly is adorable…since I being diagnosed with cancer she has become my shadow. She also loves to go on the beach. She is such great company and is loved by everyone she meets, definitely the best breed ever.
Natacha Mathews
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So true. We love ours. He is our baby and knows. Best dog ever.
Emma McAleese
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David McAleese u need read these 12 facts
Jeannie Lemke
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This is all so true. I have Teddy Bear a 5 year old. He is the best little dog ever! Teddy loves everyone he meets!
Debbie Mulcahy Morgan
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I so love shih tzu’s
Connie L Cunningham
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My little Teddy. I love him so much. Such a good dog and doesn’t hardly shed.
Adriana Calvillo
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Frank Rendon
Frances Alayeto
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The best and most loving breed.
Gill Rawlinson
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Rebecca Jayne Rawlinson
Pauline Swinn
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We have two little shih Tzu dogs boy rudi and a little girl Rosie thay are so beautiful love them so much
Anne Hawkins
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Great grandchildren love Alfie.
Angela Angie
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Robert Anthony
Chloé Ann
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Sammy Sandoval