General Shih Tzu Description
Colors: All acceptable colors.
Coat: Long, dense, not curly with a good undercoat.
Temperament: Shih Tzu are gentle, loyal, proud.
Children: Loves children.
Pets: Gets along well with other animals.
Special Skills: Family pet, loyal companion.
Watch-dog: Makes a good watch dog.
Guard-dog: Not a good guard dog.
Care and Exercise: Daily grooming is essential for the Shih Tzu. Bathing
at least once a month. Clipping of matting on feet. Clipping around anus. Shih
Tzu may be obstinate but patience and consistency will help over come the
problem and achieve a reasonable level of training. They can do obedience or
conformation show and even agility.
Training: Basic obedience training when puppy is young.
Exercise: Minimal exercise is needed, but they love to play outdoors.
Environment: They love their creature comforts. In general, they do not
like to be too hot or too cold or walk in the rain.
Learning Rate: High, Obedience - Medium, Problem Solving - Low
Activity: Indoors - High, Outdoors - Low
Living Environment: Apartment is adequate provided they receive some type
of exercise. An owner of a Shih Tzu should be a consistent leader who desires an
active, curious breed.
Health Issues: Kidney disorder, susceptible to umbilical hernia, luxating
patella's, otherwise no major health problems.
Life Span: 12 - 14+ Years
Average Litter Size: 2 - 4
Socialization
The bond between a dog and a human begins at birth. Here at HANSUTI, we
believe in sound, properly socialized, sweet tempered dogs. Puppies need to be
exposed to normal family activities, this includes daily touching and massages
to prepare them for grooming and for socialization.
Susan Wueller
4817 CR 47
Auburn, IN 46706
260-341-4650 (cell)
susan@hansuti.com
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