Weights come from the Petboost breed data. Everything else is from the breed standards listed on each breed page, and a field a source does not state is left blank.
| Shih Tzu | Pekingese | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult weight | 4 to 7 kg | 3 to 6 kg |
| Height | 20 to 28 cm | - |
| Lifespan | 10 to 18 years | - |
| Coat | long, dense, not curly, with moderate undercoat, slight wave permitted | moderately long and straight, with a mane forming a cape, a coarse top coat and thick, softer undercoat |
| Shedding | Not rated | |
| Grooming effort | ||
| Energy | ||
| Trainability | Not rated | |
| Good with children | Not rated | |
| Suits an apartment |
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