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Shih Tzu |
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| picture |  |
| physical traits | - profuse hair - resembles a silky threaded mop |
| colors | any |
| personality/ temperament | - friendly - trusting - outgoing - affectionate - loyal - hardy - alert - lively - happy - devoted - trusting - energetic - playful - arrogant - loves to be pampered |
| maintenance/ special needs | - high - constant grooming to keep from matting - protect from heat and cold - protect from overeating |
| nickname | 'chrysanthemum-faced dog' |
| origination | Tibetan Mountains, China, possibly a cross of Tibetan dogs and ancestors of Pekingese |
| bred for | royalty |
| identifying traits | hair on nose grows upward and is tied up at the top of its head |
| height | 9~11 (inch) |
| weight | 9~16 (lbs) |
| ideal for | - house pet - family - companionship - city or country life - watchdog - other pets - any climate |
| good with kids? | yes, but supervise because of size |
| interesting facts | hair grows off the face in all directions |
| lifespan | 13~14 (year) |
| kennel clubs | - akc-(toy dog group) - fci-(Tibetan breeds dog group) - uk-(utility dog group) - ankc - nzkc-(nonsporting dog group) - ukc-(companion dog group) |
| hair type | - luxurious - dense - long flowing - doublecoated |
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