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 Tzus have been breed for many years as companion dogs which means they have traits that are highly desirable to have around.
What follows are just a few reasons that you should consider getting a Shih Tzu. Especially if this is your first dog.
Devoted
Because they have been bred as companion dogs, Shih Tzus are devoted to you. This means it is their natural instincts to be loving, playful, and attentive. They do love to play, but they also want to be close to you. This means that you can spend hours with your Shih Tzu in silence, take them for a walk, or play with them in your home.
Humorous
One of the interesting quirks about Shih Tzus is that they have a sense of humor. This is because they want to make you smile and be happy, so if they discover something that makes you laugh, they will do it just to get that reaction. From playing fetch, going for a walk, or just gazing at you, a Shih Tzu wants you to be happy. So do not be surprised when the repeat behavior that makes you smile.
