Shitzu SHI TZU Puppies
This dog is of Chinese origin and it shouldn't be confused with the Lhasa Apso. It seems to be that it was bred in the Chinese emperor's palaces and it probably comes from a cross between the Lhasa Apso and a Pekingese ancestor.
GENERAL Dogs DESCRIPTIONS
This outgoing little dog shines contagious energy for living, it feels very happy as a member of a human family and is great as a pet. It Is friendly and independent at the same time, it has been a salon dog from its origins, and Its soft manners make it the perfect company dog for older people, but it can be adequate for anyone. It barks only little.
Dogs PHYSICAL ASPECT
Long and thick hair, frequently curly, it is recommended to protect the hair on a little bun to get it away from the eyes. Many different colors are accepted, either uniform or parted, but it is usual to always have a white tuft on the head and the tip of the tail also white. Rounded eyes of a dark brown color and pretty separated from each other. Long ears that are totally covered with hair and seem to disappear with the coat. Rounded and firm feet with good pads that look bigger than they really are because of the hair. The length of its body should be higher than its height. Straight back, wide and deep chest.
PRACTICAL DATA
- LIFE EXPECTANCY: 14 years.
- PHYSICAL EXERCISE: Minimum.
- MAINTENANCE: Considerable.
- LEVEL OF NOISE: Very Silent.
- HEALTH PROBLEMS: Spinal column problems.
- HEIGHT: 26.7 as a maximum.
BREED RECOGNIZED BY THE CANINE INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION (CIF)
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