Look at me! I am a Shih-Tzu puppy! My Mom is Penny and my Dad is Barky. I was born on March 7th and I will be ready for my forever home on May 2nd! I have been family raised on a mini farm in the country around children. I have had my shots and dewormers. I will be checked by a veterinarian. For more information or to schedule a visit with me, please contact Wilma Monday through Saturday. All Sunday calls will be returned on Monday.
More about the Shih-Tzu -
The delightful Shih Tzu is one of the 14 oldest dog breeds, and has been around for thousands of years. It is assumed that Tibetan monks bred them and then presented them as gifts to Chinese Royalty during the Ming Dynasty. This breed was not created to do anything but to be a companion, and to love and be loved. The name Shih Tzu in Mandarin means “little lion,” and yet their personality is far from being lion-like. They are also known as the “Chrysanthemum Dog,” due to how the hair grows out around their face, like a flower. Shih Tzus are a loving, cheerful, and demonstrative breed with an extremely trusting nature, it knows no stranger. But, some Shih Tzus are more cautious and will not be as comfortable around strangers, but that is not the norm. They can live in an apartment, or basically anywhere, and do best living indoors. Shih Tzus are great for new dog parents, and would adore a family, children, and even other dogs. However, due to the fragile nature of the breed a child should learn how to handle them with care, as well as having adult supervision. Shih Tzus need early socialization and training or they can become withdrawn. They do suffer from extreme separation anxiety because they are mainly a companion breed, and it is vital they are with their owner. Due to their constant cheerful disposition they are great for being a therapy dog. However, because they are so intelligent they can be stubborn.
