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Shih Tzu
📍 Origin
China
📏 Size
Small
Lifespan
10–18 years
🐾 Coat Length
Short to Long

🐾 Shih Tzu 🐾

Personality:
This spunky little fellow is both a gentle lapdog and a playful companion
About:

This spunky little fellow is both a gentle lapdog and a playful companion

Temperament Attributes 🐾
Playfull
lovable
Friendly
Coat Colors 🎨
All colors permissible
Weather Tolerance 🌤
☀️ Hot Weather — 28/10❄️ Cold Weather — 0/10
Shih Tzu Diet Essentials

Shih Tzu Puppy Diet Essentials

Daily Requirement:

  • Puppies require more frequent feeding compared to adult dogs.

Frequency:

  • Feed your puppy Shih Tzu 3 to 4 times a day.

Calories Required per Pound of Weight:

  • Shih Tzu puppies require around 55 calories per pound of body weight per day.

Water Requirements:

  • Ensure your puppy always has access to fresh and clean water.

Nutritional Balance:

  • Look for dog foods that offer a balanced blend of protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals.

Life Stage Specific:

  • Choose dog food specifically formulated for puppies to support their growth and development.

Special Dietary Needs:

  • Shih Tzus may have sensitive stomachs, so consider foods with limited ingredients or formulated for sensitive digestion.

Trusted Brands:

  • Look for reputable brands known for their quality ingredients and rigorous testing.

Recommended Products 🛒

Royal Canin Shih Tzu Puppy
Royal Canin Shih Tzu Puppy
Specifically formulated for Shih Tzu puppies to support their unique nutritional needs.
1100(1kg)
Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small
Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small
Tailored nutrition for small breed puppies, including Shih Tzus.
3050(1kg)
Farmina N&D Grain-Free Puppy
Farmina N&D Grain-Free Puppy
Grain-free formula suitable for Shih Tzu puppies with sensitive digestion.
1110(1kg)
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