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Shih Tzu

Being cute is a way of life for this lively charmer. The Shih Tzu is known to be especially affectionate with children and makes an excellent family companion with their flowing silky coat.

Coat: Long, Silky, Double Coat
Every 4-6 weeks
Shih Tzu

Grooming Styles

Puppy Cut

Trimmed to 1-2 inches all over. Easy to maintain and keeps the dog cool.

Top Knot Show Style

Full floor-length coat with hair tied up on head. Requires daily maintenance.

Teddy Bear Cut

Round face trim with medium body length creating an adorable stuffed animal look.

Practical Top Knot

Shorter body with top knot to keep hair out of eyes. Balance of style and function.

Grooming Tips

  • 1Brush daily if keeping a long coat - mats form quickly and are painful to remove.
  • 2Keep face hair trimmed or tied to prevent eye irritation and tear staining.
  • 3Clean the face daily with a damp cloth to prevent skin fold infections and staining.
  • 4Use a pin brush for the long coat and a slicker brush for shorter styles.
  • 5Pay special attention to armpits and behind ears where mats commonly form.