What kind of dog is a Shih Tzu terrier mix?

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What kind of dog is a Shih Tzu terrier mix?​

A Shih Tzu Terrier Mix is a dog where one parent is a Shih Tzu and the second parent could be any of the many breeds of dogs in the terrier family! As a result of this combination, your dog will develop traits from either side of its parentage.

How big does a Cairn Terrier Shih Tzu mix get?​

A Cairn Terrier cross Shih Tzu is a small dog, with a size that can fall anywhere within the range for both parent breeds. Generally, a Care Tzu will weigh between 9 and 15 pounds and stand around 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder.
What is the origin of the Shih Tzu?
The name shih tzu means “lion dog” in Chinese, which further confuses the ancestry because lion dog usually denotes the Pekingese. The Chinese royalty kept and bred shih tzu and, when the British arrived, the breed made its way to England and then on to the United States.

What do Shih Tzu puppies look like when they grow up?​

Because both parents are from different breeds, they can develop traits matching either parent. In a litter, one puppy could look like a terrier, have a personality of a Shih Tzu, while its sibling looks like a Shih Tzu and acts like a terrier. Many of them have coat colors and markings in tan, silver, gray or black.

Which is better a Yorkie or a Shih Tzu?​

The Yorkshire Terrier does okay around kids, but is not as tolerant as the Shih Tzu. Grooming – Both breeds require very high amounts of grooming. Barking – The Yorkshire Terrier has an above-average tendency to bark, while the Shih Tzu is an average barker.
What is the average size of a Shih Tzu?
Shih Tzu are classified in the toy group in most countries, with a height of eight to 11 inches and weight of nine to 16 pounds (four to seven kilograms). As with most toy breeds, shih tzu are quick to mature, reaching adult size by about 10 months. The shih tzu is often slightly longer than tall,…

How old do Shih Tzus live to be?​

Shih tzu tend to be fairly hardy little dogs and often live to 14 or 15 years of age.

What does Shih Tzu mean in Chinese?​

In Mandarin Chinese, “Shih Tzu” means “lion dog.” But the Shih Tzu couldn’t be more different than a large, meat eating cat! Actually, the Shih Tzu earned its name because of its association with Buddhism. Its origins are ancient, and the breed probably came from Tibet, where bones of the dog have been dated to almost 10,000 years.

What is the lifespan of a Shih Tzu Yorkie mix?
Shorkie lifespan. Both the Yorkie and Shih Tzu are small dogs with lifespans of around 13 years And mixed breed dogs in general tend to live a little longer than their purebred counterparts. It’s therefore safe to assume a Shih Tzu Yorkie mix life expectancy of at least 13 years for a healthy well bred Yorkshire Shih Tzu.

Are Shih Tzus good with strangers?​

Fans of the Care Tzu praise it as a friendly and outgoing dog that tends to be very good with children and strangers. This mix is generally an eager-to-please and easily-trainable dog, thanks in large part to the Shih Tzu’s agreeable temperament.

What kind of health problems do Cairn Terrier Shih Tzu mix have?​

A Cairn Terrier Shih Tzu mix can inherit the genetic health conditions of one or both parent breeds. Remember that joint and kidney problems are common to both. The mix is also at risk for some degree of brachycephaly because of the physical structure of the Shih Tzu’s head and face.