The Shih Tzu is a small, friendly and independent companion with a long, dense coat. The coat needs daily brushing and mats easily, and the breed needs only light exercise. Sources describe it as affectionate with children and well suited to apartment living.
Also searched as Shih Tzu, Shitzu.
| Adult weight, male | 4 to 7 kg |
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| Adult weight, female | 4 to 7 kg |
| Size | Small, under 10 kg |
| Height | 20 to 28 cm |
| Lifespan | 10 to 18 years |
| Coat | long, dense, not curly, with moderate undercoat, slight wave permitted |
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