“Oh geez, all those little dogs look the same.” That is what those of us who do not own Shih Tzus or see them every day think. Of course, not all small breeds look identical. However, several breeds look a lot like Shi Tzus, especially when you consider the recent trend to add more colors….
The American Kennel Club, or AKC, states that the Shih Tzu is currently the 20th most popular purebred dog breed in the United States out of nearly 200 registered breeds. This tells you that the Shih Tzu is a very popular pet dog! As with so many things in life, demand can have a direct…
Dealing with dog poop is likely never going to be your favorite part of having a canine companion. But examining your Shih Tzu poop and tracking pooping frequency is going to be one of the most important things you can do for your dog’s health. Just like with people, dogs give a lot of signals…
Shih Tzu dogs are very popular small dogs that love people. In fact, out of nearly 200 purebred dog breeds, the Shih Tzu is in the top 20 most popular dogs in the United States! Some canine researchers theorize that licking is one way that dogs show affection and love to their people. Other researchers…
Shih Tzu dogs are small and adorable. But many people think that their small size and long coat mean Shih Tzu dogs are not qualified to become service dogs. Nothing could be further from the truth! Any dog of any size or breed can be a candidate for service dog training, as Service Dogs of…
No matter how much you hope for it, your adorable Shih Tzu puppy won’t be a puppy forever. In fact, puppyhood is an incredibly brief period in your dog’s life. The way you can know your Shih Tzu is no longer a puppy is when she goes into heat for the first time. While she…
