• One of the oldest known breeds of dog
  • Friendly
  • Great company for people and animals
  • Relatively easy to train

Also called Chrysanthemum Dog or Lhasa Lion Dog

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Lynn
Lynn

Imperial Shih Tzu

Lynn

Male

20000 $1,495.00
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Imperial Shih Tzu

Lynn

Male

20000 $1,495.00
Ellie
Ellie

Imperial Shih Tzu

Ellie

Female

20000 $1,495.00
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Imperial Shih Tzu

Ellie

Female

20000 $1,495.00
Raine
Raine

Imperial Shih Tzu

Raine

Female

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Imperial Shih Tzu

Raine

Female

20000 $1,495.00
Isla
Isla

Imperial Shih Tzu

Isla

Female

20000 $1,495.00
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Imperial Shih Tzu

Isla

Female

20000 $1,495.00
Creston
Creston

Imperial Shih Tzu

Creston

Male

20000 $1,495.00
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Imperial Shih Tzu

Creston

Male

20000 $1,495.00

Breed Info

Temperament

Snuggly & Affectionate

  • Alert and playful
  • Generally well behaved
  • Affectionate with the whole family
  • Adaptable to their surroundings
  • Can be a challenge to house-train

Appearance

Long & Flowing Coat

Build:

  • Broad, rounded skull
  • Short, square muzzle
  • Sturdy
  • Heavily furred ears
  • Plumed tail

Coat Type and Color:

  • Long flowing coats
  • Black
  • White
  • Gray
  • Brown
  • Combinations of colors

Size:

  • 9-16lbs
  • 9-11 inches tall

Exercise

Medium Activity

  • Shih Tzus need short bursts of exercise multiple times per day
  • Not overly active
  • Can become hurt easily when playing

We Recommend:

  • 30 minutes of daily activity
  • 6 miles of walking per week
  • One of the oldest breeds
  • Favored by Chinese royals and can be traced back to the Tang dynasty- 618-907
  • During the Chinese Revolution, this breed was almost eradicated
  • Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1938

Grooming:

  • High maintenance to upkeep long elegant coat
  • Brush and comb daily
  • Bathe weekly
  • Moderate shedding
  • Groom every 6-8 weeks
  • Wipe faces clean daily to prevent stains
  • Protect them from excessive heat or cold
  • Regular dental care is necessary

Training:

  • Easy to train w/ a stubborn streak
  • Begin training as a puppy and maintain boundaries
  • Socialization and obedience training will curb excessive barking
  • Can be a challenge to house-train