Shih Tzu

The Shih Tzu - point on sexual dimorphism and character traits

I breed this wonderful breed for 30 years and I can say, rightly, that the Shih-Tzu is a dog friendly, self-centered, stubborn, curious, vain, loving, resentful, lovable, mischievous, playful, cautious, silent, courageous and extreme ... Who can wonder what is behind this intriguing and ancient Tibetan breed, always answer: "everything voucher \ ee also ... what you do not want." It is a special dog.
Is robust and compact with human eyes dreamy and appealing.
A little 'baby and a little' seductive, never exceed the size.

The sexual dimorphism, as in every race is crucial.
A male very "light" is usually penalized in the show ring as he meets definitely favorable opinions among individuals.
A good male should weigh from 5.5 kg to 7 kg, a female from 4.5 to 6 kg.
The weight is said indicative because fluctuations in defect or excess, are often tolerated for the beauty of the subject.
The skull male than female should be larger and "cheeks" more pronounced.

The behavior then is what largely determines the distinction between the sexes.
The female is very docile and opportunistic. Wise in the mix with lively art knows how to charm and bravado in contravention of the rules with proven mastery.
The male is more shy and independent especially with strangers and proves especially jealous towards those who elects emotionally. He can not stand the ranks and that is why I do not make the mistake of disobeying.

The talent of the female does not involve big hardships within a family because it manages to maintain a large psychic equilibrium with all members.
Who wants to breed this wonderful breed, easily umanizzabile add that the females in the herd not prove contentious.
Stand up well even newcomers.

The Shih-Tzu is a dog that can stand the cold, but, like all brachycephalic, it is strongly recommended to preserve long-term exposure to heat in order to avoid possible and deadly heat stroke.

Careful and acute observer mood of the master, the Shih-Tzu is proving to be surprisingly alert and prepared to vanish when there is "swell."
It is a long-lived dog to which are imparted orders with love and constancy in order to avoid the fear that they face a dog owner from the memory of iron or a coward from unpleasant reactions.
Proud and distinguished in the ring becomes an ideal companion for children of all ages.

A recommendation: a steady hand with this breed! Despite its small size the proverbial friendliness and knows how to be respected, not to bear their manners harsh, is equal to all human components. Do not give in to its small size: attention then the dogs of great size because the Shih-Tzu becomes for them an unsuspecting enemy.

Lover of good food often tends to reject their own food for the benefit of what he can to beg here and there.
It is good then do not forget to give in to his flattery means only spoil, grease it and seriously damage your health.
Considered by many to incorrectly as a lap dog who prefer to walk, run and play.
I could go on and on because the Shih-Tzu is full of nuances of character. A
ggiungerei that this is not just a dog, but a small explosive to be insatiable need for affection.