The Shih Tzu, also affectionately known as the "Lion Dog," boasts a charming personality and a distinctive, flowing coat. With roots in Tibet and China, this compact and robust breed adapts well to indoor living. Shih Tzus feature a spectrum of coat colors, ranging from white and black to gray and gold, often mixed. Their hypoallergenic coat, while luxurious, demands consistent grooming to preserve its elegance. While sometimes referred to by various spellings such as Shitsu, Shitzu, Shi Tsu, or Shi Tzu, these dogs are anything but formal. They are renowned for their warm, sociable nature, making them ideal for families or individual companionship, getting along well with both children and pets. These affectionate dogs crave companionship and flourish with regular social interaction and moderate exercise, safeguarding their mental and physical health.
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One remaining female puppy from my shih tzu pets litter. both parents are my pets and can be seen ( they are also pictured together above .). The litter was 2 boys and 2 girls. She was born on the 2
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Our beautiful family pet has given birth to a litter of healthy puppies. Mum has a wonderful temperament as do her pups. They are incredibly affectionate and are now showjng their playful personalitie
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Our Lucy( family pet) give birth ( 1st litter) to 6 beautiful pups who are looking for forever homes from 1st of June. Mum has lovely temperament and is very affectionate and loving. We got 4 boys-
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Hey everyone! We’re searching for a wonderful new home for our two amazing dogs, Cheeky and Pablo. They are incredibly well-behaved, never bark, and are fully trained to let you know when they need to
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It breaks my heart to do this but I need to find a good loving home for my 2 shih tzus Mum (Millie) is 5 and her daughter (Boo) is 2 They are both very friendly dogs, love children, we have lots of y
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These puppies are now 4 weeks old at the moment and are little chunks. They are typically playful and fun loving. Mum is very loving and affectionate and loves a lap and cuddles so would expect her ba
The average cost of a purebred Shih Tzu puppy in the United Kingdom is approximately £695, though prices can vary based on factors such as pedigree, breeder reputation, and location.