Although many people who own shih tzu are perfectly happy with having them relax and play around the house, they can perform jobs or tasks if you desire. Domesticated dogs have been bred over the centuries to perform all sorts of jobs and shih tzu are no different. What follows are ten jobs that you can have your shih tzu do.
Artist
You’ve probably seen dogs and other animals express themselves through painting. Shih tzus are certainly no different. You can find art supplies at your local pet store and watch them create their works of art. Sure, it will probably be mostly abstract, but it is no less valuable.
Comedy
Who doesn’t laugh with a shih tzu as they are born entertainers? Without even trying they can put a smile on your face and lift your spirits. Why pay your hard-earned money at a comedy club when you have all the entertainment you need right at home?
Decorator
You may have noticed this trait after coming home and seeing some items on the floor when they were not there before. Your shih tzu appreciates being comfortable and will take advantage at time to find new items around the home to rearrange.
Dig Up Important Items
While it is true that most shih tzus will dig up items that are important only to them, they can remove old bones they have buried in your yard. Plus, many dogs have been trained to detect important items under the surface which their sensitive noses can smell.
Exercise Partner
Your shih tzu provides motivation to take them for walks which helps you get into shape. Plus, while mostly calm dogs, even shih tzus can provide motivations to play games such as tug of war or chase them around the house or yard.
Health Care Worker
Just being in the presence of a shih tzu is enough to lift your spirits and help you feel better. But they can do more than that. Thanks to their keen sense of smell, dogs have been trained to detect certain forms of cancer, help predict anxiety attacks, reduce the effects of PTSD, and for the disabled provide assistance.
Landscaping
Whether digging new holes, rolling around in the dirt, or providing much needed fertilizer, your shih tzu is an important part of keeping your yard healthy, or at least interesting.
Perfect Politician
Shih tzus believe in loyalty, being trustworthy, and keeping us out of harm. There are even a few dogs in this country who have been elected to office such as being the mayor of small towns. You know where your shih tzu stands on the important issues of the day.
Retriever
All dogs, including shih tzus love to play fetch. But they can also retrieve balls as well that you hit into the net at the tennis court. In Brazil, dogs are used as honorary ball boys which helps promote adoption efforts.
Therapy
Your shih tzu will be by your side, listening to your secrets and not judging. Plus, they can help relieve your stress and get you through a crisis situation. Why pay for a personal therapist when your shih tzu is right there?
I would like to add to this list……retrieve newspaper from driveway and bring to owner
Very True :))