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Shih Tzu

The Shih Tzu At a Glance

Recognized By

AKC

Country of Origin

Tibet

Life Expectancy

13 - 14 yrs

Height Range

9 - 11 in

Weight Range

9 - 16 lbs

Colors

Any

Trainability

Pretty good; may be stubborn, so requires patient, consistent training

With Children

Very good

With Animals

Good with other pets

Climate

Tolerates moderate heat or cold well

Indoor/Outdoor

Predominantly indoors, due to grooming

Exercise Reqd

Average; loves to play

Grooming Reqd

Daily brushing, clipping, occasional bathing, ear care

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First day with him

Posted by Gayle and John Wagner from Quebec

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6 weeks old - outside for 1st

Posted by Jill Coker from Miller Grove TX

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Hard at play

Posted by Jill Coker from Miller Grove TX

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