Shih Tzu
Conosciuta anche come: Shih Tzu Dog, Chrysanthemum Dog
Tibet/China
- Aspettativa di vita
- 12-16 a
- Peso
- 4-7.5 kg
- Esercizio
- Basso
Profilo della razza
- Taglia
- Piccola
- Tipo di razza
- Pura
- Addestrabilità
- Alto
- Toelettatura
- Variabile
- Adatto alle allergie
- Sì
- Casa
- Appartamento
- Acqua
- Evita
- Ideale per
- Proprietari esperti
- Peso del maschio
- 4-7.5 kg
- Peso della femmina
- 4-7 kg
- Temperamento
- Affectionate, Alert, Playful
Descrizione
The Shih Tzu is a little charmer, utterly convinced they are royalty. They trot through life with a confident swagger, their flowing hair enhancing their opulent air. These dogs thrive on human companionship, finding joy in snoozing on a lap or following their favorite person from room to room. Despite their pampered appearance, they possess a surprisingly sturdy and playful spirit, always up for a game of chase the toy. Their vocalizations, often dramatic, are part of their endearing communication style, letting everyone know their feelings. Living with a Shih Tzu means constant adoration and a delightful, opinionated companion.
Salute
Problemi frequenti
- Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS)
- Patellar luxation
- Tracheal collapse
- Ocular issues (corneal/entropion risk)
- Heat intolerance
- Dental disease
Controlli consigliati
- Weight management counseling
- Patellar exam
- Eye exam (CAER)
- Airway exam for BOAS risk
- Airway exam before anesthesia
- Routine dental care
