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Look at me! I'm an adorable Shih Tzu puppy! I was born on July 11th and I am ready for my forever family! I was raised on a mini farm in the country of Holmes County Ohio! I am up to date on my shots and deworners, I have been checked out by a veterinarian and already have my microchip! For more information or to set up a visit, please call or text Mandy!

The delightful Shih Tzu is one of the 14 oldest dog breeds, and has been around for thousands of years. It is assumed that Tibetan monks bred them and then presented them as gifts to Chinese Royalty during the Ming Dynasty. This breed was not created to do anything but to be a companion, and to love and be loved. The name Shih Tzu in Mandarin means “little lion,” and yet their personality is far from being lion-like. They are also known as the “Chrysanthemum Dog,” due to how the hair grows out around their face, like a flower. Shih Tzus are a loving, cheerful, and demonstrative breed with an extremely trusting nature, it knows no stranger. But, some Shih Tzus are more cautious and will not be as comfortable around strangers, but that is not the norm. They can live in an apartment, or basically anywhere, and do best living indoors. Shih Tzus are great for new dog parents, and would adore a family, children, and even other dogs. However, due to the fragile nature of the breed a child should learn how to handle them with care, as well as having adult supervision. Shih Tzus need early socialization and training or they can become withdrawn. They do suffer from extreme separation anxiety because they are mainly a companion breed, and it is vital they are with their owner. Due to their constant cheerful disposition they are great for being a therapy dog. However, because they are so intelligent they can be stubborn.

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