The country of origin of the Shih Tzu is Tibet. Shih Tzus have a decent life span of 12- 14 years. For Shih Tzus all colors are permissible for their fur color.

   The typical height of a Shih Tzu is somewhere around 11 inches tall. The average weight of a Shih Tzu is 9-16 pounds. With Shih Tzus the activity level of a puppy is high, but for adults its moderate. Shih Tzus are good with kids if the dog is mature and the kids treat the dog well. Shih Tzus are also good with any other pets you may own.

   Shih Tzus have a diet of maintenance. The food that is the very best for them is food that is specifically formulated for them. One kind of food that may help keep Shih Tzus happy and healthy... food with easily digested ingredients.

   The trainability of Shih Tzus is moderate, so try to encourage it. The best home for a Shih Tzu is anywhere inside, Shih Tzus are not an outdoor dog at all.

   The coat of a Shih Tzu is very luxurious, double-coated, very dense and thick, long and flowing. The grooming of this dog is to brush it twice or more weekly, plus a weekly bath. Keep the nails trimmed and the ears cleaned on this dog. Also keep the face washed and it's hair out of its eyes.