Every dog, including the Shih Tzu ancestors, can trace their lineage back to the same prehistoric meat-eating relative, a creature called Hesperocyoninae. According to fossil records, Hesperocyoninae evolved in North America about... Read more »
The true origin of the Shih Tzu will always remain a mystery. However, we have fossil records that may shed some light on millions of years of this breeds past. For instance,... Read more »
The Shih Tzu’s appearance is just as attractive and vital as its personality. This is the reason why the Shih Tzu’s temperament is included in the official AKC standard. In this article,... Read more »
Do not let the small size of a Shih Tzu fool you. When it comes to this little dog, words such as active, busy, curious, and creative all come to mind. However,... Read more »
Shih Tzu information! The Shih Tzu, along with three other dogs from Asia, including the Japanese Chin, the Pekingese, and the Pug, are all members of the Toy Group (AKC classification Group... Read more »
The Shih Tzu was primarily bred to be a palace dweller. For many years, the Shih Tzu has lived in upscale addresses and imperial palaces, and political figures’ and dignitaries homes. Basically,... Read more »