A designer dog that is a combination of the Shih Tzu and Bichon, the Zuchon is sometimes known as the Shichon or a Teddy Bear as it bears a slight resemblance to the famous stuffed doll. The Zuchon is rather small at 12” in height and usually weighing about 12 to 14 pounds. And while […] More
If you have never owned a dog before, then a Shih Tzu is not a bad one to start. You may have the notion that Shih Tzus are temperamental animals inflicted with diva behavior because they are most often seen as show dogs. However, nothing could be farther from the truth. This is because Shih […] More
Shih Tzus come in many different colors. In fact, many Shih Tzu puppies have so many colors that owners may not know for sure which is the dominant coloring. This may cause some confusion as the AKC and other kennel clubs have a list of official colors for Shih Tzus. When a puppy is registered, […] More
If you are visiting a rescue shelter and see a Shih Tzu or any other breed of dog that needs help, rescuing them when you can is the best gift of all. With so many dogs of all types in rescue shelters with no hope of being adopted, you should consider getting one if you […] More
Shih Tzus are most famous for their extraordinary coats thanks to consisting of hair rather than fur. Because the hair can grow long and they shed less than most other breeds, this has led to a considerable number of hairstyles for this remarkable dog. What follows are consider the top Shih Tzu haircuts and styles. […] More
There are many people who recommend the Shih Tzu as the dog of choice because they believe the dog does not shed its fur. A non-shedding dog means that they are hypoallergenic because it is the loose fur and dander that causes many people to have an allergic reaction. The truth is that all dogs […] More
How Often Should You Bathe a Shih Tzu? Bathing your Shih Tzu too much might not actually be a very good idea as it will dry out their skin and could cause various skin issues. At the same time, you don’t want to wait for too long between the baths as the excess oil build-up […] More
Keeps Your Dog Hydrated: If your dog is not consuming enough water, adding some ice to your dog’s water bowl will encourage your dog to drink. However, if you have a smaller dog Ice could be choking hazard or cause tooth breakage. If you have a puppy or a smaller dog you can substitute with […] More
Here are Four Traits of Shih Tzu Dogs: Playfulness Shih Tzus by no means are couch potatoes, don’t let their small size and cute looks fool you. Whether you are adopting a puppy or a fully grown adult, you can expect a high energy playful furball. Stubbornness Due to Shih Tzus stubborn behavior, they are […] More
