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Shih Tzu
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The exotic looking Shih Tzu (pronounced SHEETsue and often misspelled as Shitzu) is one of the sturdiest and most robust of the toy dog breeds. In terms of weight it actually falls into the small dog weight category.

 


Shih Tzu
Origin
The Shih Tzu (pronounced ‘shid-zoo' or ‘sheed-zoo') is believed to have been developed in southern China.

Shih Tzu Temperament
A lively, proud, and confident breed, the Shih Tzu is a dog that loves to play and perform tricks, but is also very loving and gentle.

Shih Tzu History
The Shih Tzu, also known as the Shih Tzu Kou, stands for Lion Dog. Despite the breed's small frame, it is said to resemble a lion. Being from China, this dog is hailed because of the Chinese Buddhist association with lions.

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Dog Breed Group Toy Dogs Origin of Breed China Life Expectancy 10-14 years Color All colours Coat Long and dense with a good undercoat Exercise Needs Minimal exercise needed but loves to play ...

Shih Tzu Grooming
Much with the elegance with the Shih Tzu is owed to its fabulous flowing coat. to be capable to maintain this elegant trademark, grooming must be done each day.

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The Shih Tzu is said to be a cross between the Tibetan Lhasa Apso and the native Pekingese. The breed was developed in the 17th century, when dogs from Tibet were brought into the City of Peking.

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The Shih Tzu has been prized by the Chinese royals for over 1000 years and it was often chosen as the house pet for most of the Ming dynasty.

Shih Tzu Breed Information Puppies and Breeders Australia
The Shih Tzu originated in China, the spelling "Shih Tzu", most commonly used for the breed, is according to the Wade-Giles system of romanization.

Shih Tzu Dogs
Shih Tzu are lively and energetic companions. Yet, they are also amazingly low-key and satisfied-assuming they get an adequate amount of attention.

Shih Tzu - Overview and History
Introduction
The Shih Tzu, also known as the Chrysanthemum Dog and the Lion Dog, is a breed in the Toy Group.

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The Shih Tzu is a small companion breed that requires regular grooming. This breed has a long history as a royal companion animal in China.
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Shih Tzu Stats
Country of Origin: Tibet
Group: Toy
Use today: Companion
Life Span: 12 to 14 years
Color: All colors are permissible
Coat: Luxurious, double-coated, dense, long, and flowing, with hair on top of head tied up ...

Shih Tzu Breed Introduction
The Shih Tzu breed is one of the oldest known. It is believed to be a cross of the Pekingese and the Tibetan breed Lhasa Apso.
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Shih Tzu Appearance
Shih Tzus come in variety of colors including black, white, gray, tan, and gold spotted to a mix of several-colored hairs.

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The descendant of regal dogs of China, the Shih Tzu makes a loyal and lively friend.

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Chinese Lion Dog ~ Chrysanthemum Dog Family: Canidae
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Shih Tzu - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The American Kennel Club (AKC) Shih Tzu breed standard calls for the dog to have ... Shih Tzu breed standard at the official American Kennel Club website ...

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The Shih Tzu and Imperial Shih Tzu (in English pronounced /ʃiːt zuː/, in singular and plural) (獅子狗 pinyin: Shīzi Gǒu, Wade-Giles: Shih-tzu Kou) is a dog ...

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The Shih Tzu need a daily walk. Play will take care of a lot of their exercise needs, however, as with all breeds, play will not fulfill their primal instinct to walk.

About Shih Tzu
Shih Tzu is a very popular breed of Toy dog that originated in the ancient palaces of China. They are merry little dogs prized for their short muzzles, soulful big brown eyes, long flowing coats and trade mark top knot pony tails.

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Shih Tzu (or more properly, Shih Tzu Kou) means "lion dog," designating the breed as one of the most esteemed animals in China because of its association with Buddhism.

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(sh dz), breed of active, alert toy dog originating in Tibet centuries ago. It stands from 8 to 11 in. (20.3-27.9 cm) high at the shoulder and weighs from 9 to 18 lb (4.1-8.2 kg).

Shih Tzu
Alt Names: Chrysanthemum Dog
Country of Origin: China
History: The Shih Tzu was bred to sit around the emporer's palace in China and bark when people or animals approached.

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Shih Tzu - Breed and Health Information
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Shih Tzus will lay around all day if they are allowed to, so their activity level is low. Although when they are taken for walks, they are thoroughly enjoyed.

The Shih Tzu is a loving, friendly, gentle, playful, loyal and happy dog. He loves people and bonds with the entire family.

The Shih Tzu, whose Chinese name means "lion dog," is generally thought to have originated in western China. It resembles a Lhasa Apso except for its shortened face, and could be the result of crossing the Lhasa Apso and the Pekingese.

The Shih Tzu is bred primarily as a domestic and family companion, so its personality should be guided by friendliness, buoyancy, tolerance, and trust.

The Shih Tzu is an extremely old race of dogs (the first found data envelope they date from year 1,000 a. C.) original of China.

The Shih Tzu has a propensity to wheeze and snore. Some lines of this breed are susceptible to ear, eyes, and respiratory problems. Because of their long back and short legs, spinal disc disease is also a concern.

Shih Tzu - Breed and Health Information
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Colors: Shih Tzus come in all colors and all patterns.
Coat: Long, dense, straight and with a good undercoat. It appears harsher than it feels.

Coat: The Shih Tzu has a long, dense, and abundant double-coat. The luxurious and profuse outer-coat often sweeps the ground, and may be slightly wavy. The under-coat is wooly and soft in texture.

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The Shih Tzu's are uausally considered house dogs, but can be equally at home down in the barn yard. They are full of giving and expect the same from their owners. Will be happy around children but will need its quite time.

Shih Tzu found their way west to England when Lady Brownrigg discovered the breed in Peking in 1930. Originally classified as "Apsos," the Shih Tzu was ruled a separate breed by The Kennel Club by 1935.

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Place of Origin:China Life Expectancy:10-14 years Colour:Mixture of brown, grey, black, white, orangy, and reddish.

Nikko the Pampered Shih Tzu
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Nikko is a 3-1/2 year old full-coat Shih Tzu. He has about 25 toys that he can fetch by name. He enjoys going for walks and greeting all the neighborhood dogs.

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I have 4 newborn shih tzu and they are now 22 days old. When will I start feeding them with solid food?

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Originating in Tibet and being introduced into the west in the 1930's, the Shih Tzu's (pronounced Shid Zoo) forebears are Pug, Pekinese and Lhasa Apso. Shih Tzu means "Lion Dog".

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The breed's origins are shrouded in mystery, but it is known that these little dogs were raised in palaces by eunuchs for the pleasure of the nobility.
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Shih Tzu Recommended Maintenance
The Shih Tzu requires extensive grooming of its luxurious coat. It may need brushed as often as every day for a half hour at a time in order to remove knots and prevent matting.

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These Tibetan breeds make intelligent, small, royal, loyal and good dogs for family. They are very small in size with long/short silky hair. These dogs have different colors and are cute dogs known as royal dogs.

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Learn all about the Shih Tzu, one of the noblest and most ancient of all dog breeds. Read about the Shih Tzu's traits, personality, health problems and more. This little dog is one tough cookie! ...

The Shih Tzu is one of the smallest breeds of dog and belongs to the toy group. The breed was developped in China through a crossing between the Lhasa Apso (a Tibetan dog breed) and ancestors of the native Pekingese.

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About The Shih Tzu
The Shih Tzu (Pinyin: Shizi Gou) is a breed of dog originating in China. The spelling "Shih Tzu", most commonly used for the breed, is according to the Wade-Giles system of romanization.

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The Lhasa Apso is often confused with the Shih Tzu, which is a completely different breed. Lhasas are much stronger-tempered (more dominant, territorial, and independent-minded) than Shih Tzus.

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