Dog Breeds: Shih Tzu Dog Breed Information Pictures Resources

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•   Dog Breed Pictures: Shih-Tzu
The Shih Tzu was created in China during the 1600s, a presumed cross between a Lhasa Apso and the Peking Spaniel.

•   Shih Tzu Breed Standard
The Shih Tzu is a sturdy, lively, alert toy dog with long flowing double coat. Befitting his noble Chinese ancestry as a highly valued, prized companion and palace pet, the Shih Tzu is proud of bearing, has a distinctively arrogant carriage with head well up and tail curved over the back.

•   Shih Tzu Dog - Breed Information
The history of this little dog is clouded by time and folklore, but it is thought that the Shih Tzu originated in Tibet. It resembles the Tibetan Spaniel, Lhasa Apso and Pekingese, which also originated in this area of the world. The Shih Tzu were considered so valuable that they were often given as gifts to the Chinese Court.

•   Shih Tzu Dog Pictures
A collection of photos and pictures of Shih Tzu dogs. None of these dogs or puppies are for sale, they are pets of the people who's names are listed with the photo.