Dog's Name & Age
Panda 8 years old
In a Word, My Shih Tzu Is…
Quite, lovable, easily adapts, EXTREMELY tolerant, especially w/children
Best Characteristics of the Breed
Not yappy like some small breeds, very sweet, very calm, great with kids!
Most Challenging Characteristics of the Breed
Selective hearing, sometimes stubborn, food allergies, potential eye probs
When, Where and How I Got My Shih Tzu
Panda joined my family when she was six weeks old. We bought her from a breeder, but I would definitely suggest adopting, there are a lot of homeless Shih Tzus out there that deserve a good home, and they are way to sweet a breed to be stuck in a cage!
I'd Describe My Dog As…
Panda is incredibly sweet and lovable. She loves a warm lap to sit in, car rides, walks, and people! She is very tolerant of kids, my now 1 1/2 year old son used to crawl up behind her, grab her by her tail and pull her across the carpet! She never once snapped at him, and with a little guidance he quickly learned how to be "gentle" w/her. She is also very quite, which I love. I once took her on a plain ride with me, I had her in a carry on and no one even knew I had a dog with me. I always recommend this breed to anyone considering a small breed dog.
Advice
- Definitely get a Shih Tzu! Just keep there fur short, and be wary of over breeding! Always try to adopt first!
