Share Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Pinterest Email Spread the love Table of Contents Toggle The Shih Tzu is an ancient breed!According to one popular theory, the breed was started in Tibet by Buddhist monks and eventually made its way to China.Later they were considered as “holy dogs.”They may not look like it, but the modest Shih Tzu is more closely related to wolves than many fiercer-looking breeds.Despite their genetic similarities to wolves, Shih Tzu were bred to be loving companions.The pampered pets led luxurious lives in palaces, enjoying all the creature comforts a dog could want.As with other Chinese dog breeds, the Shih Tzu was nearly wiped out when the Communist party began its takeover.Luckily for Shih Tzu lovers, some dedicated fanciers protected the breed and seven males and seven females survived. Those 14 dogs were responsible for rebuilding the entire line.Show dogs can be seen sporting stylish long hair that drags on the floor like a dress’s train.This particular hairstyle is very hard to keep up, so most Shih Tzu owners opt to keep their dog’s hair in a short style called the “puppy cut.”Most Shih Tzu have a little white spot on their foreheads, which is affectionately known as the “Star of Buddha.”Their thick coats made them effective radiators, and their owners would use the dogs to keep their beds warm.Shih Tzu roughly translates to a little lion dog.Other monikers include “under-the-table dog,” “Fu dog,” “shock dog,” “sleeve dog,” “Tibetan poodle,” and more.He is friendly, outgoing. They may not look like it, but the modest Shih Tzu is more closely related to wolves than many fiercer-looking breeds. Despite their genetic similarities to wolves, Shih Tzu were bred to be loving companions. The pampered pets led luxurious lives in palaces, enjoying all the creature comforts a dog could want. 1 2 3 4 5 Shih Tzu 0 Dylan Harper Website Related Posts Is it Too Hot to Ride Your Horse? October 4, 2022 Can Horses Eat Pumpkin? October 4, 2022 Cow Killer Ants and Horses October 4, 2022 Write A Comment Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ
