Shih Tzu (Detailed Introduction)

The Shih Tzu is a very ancient dog breed in our country, originating from Tibet. It belongs to small dog breeds, with an elegant appearance that retains ornamental and playful value, and also has a very gentle temperament. To discuss whether the Shih Tzu is easy to raise, we can only analyze from the following aspects.

First, whether the Shih Tzu is easy to raise does not only depend on the dog’s own personality and living habits, but more on the owner’s method of raising, attitude, and training. A good Shih Tzu, after careful training from the owner, will become more integrated into human society and more loyal to its owner.

Second, for the individual Shih Tzu, there are advantages and disadvantages. Its advantages lie in that the Shih Tzu is a relatively obedient dog breed, without many congenital diseases (for example, we know small Poodles may often vomit, Scottish Folds often have congenital heart disease, etc., but the Shih Tzu does not), and is cheerful, energetic, friendly, loyal, and brave in character. However, its disadvantage is that the Shih Tzu’s fur requires a certain amount of daily grooming time, which is the only aspect needing special treatment from the owner. But now many long-haired dogs require this, so we may not necessarily consider it a disadvantage.

When the Shih Tzu is a puppy, the owner must start training. Training the Shih Tzu to eat and relieve itself in fixed places, and teaching it to stand, sit, follow, shake hands, and other skills. Because these trainings can make the Shih Tzu more perfect and allow it to live harmoniously with the family.