The Shih Tzus nickname is "The lion dog".
Shih tzus can live with any dog as long as there not vicious, and are socialised properly.
Shih Tzus usually produce 5-7 puppies in one liter depending on the dog's genes.
I dont think they have a scientific name.... ^^ but this name for shih tzus sound scientific but im not sure: Chrysanthemum Dog
In Tibet, then they came to China and earned the name Lion Dog. they were breed as lap dogs.
Shih Tzus are generally from Japan!
Shih Tzu is a small dog. Its height can be up to 8-11 inches.
Shih tzus can have curly tails, Shiba Inus...
Shih Tzus are primarily used as Companion Dogs.
Some shih-tzus have cherry eyes. My shih tzu has one.
Black Shih Tzus are not considered "Rare" but there not as common as the black and white Shih Tzus. I recommend this breed to anyone.
A shih tzus pregnancy lasts up to two months and when your shih tzus is in labor she will start hyperventalating. so check up on her on the 63rd day of her pregnancy because that's her labor day.