Sentences with phrase «because shih tzus»
Because Shih Tzus have hair and not fur, they do not shed.
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Dogs with «smushed - in» faces (i.e. brachiocephalic dogs like bulldogs, pugs, Shih Tzus, etc) are more prone to epiphora because their facial structure prevents the tear ducts from draining effectively.
Dog lover Martha Jette, in the article Shih Tzus as Therapy Dogs: Good or Bad, suggests that Shih Tzus may not make good service dogs, but are suitable therapy dogs because of their high level of sociability.
Shih Tzus are particularly prone to eye problems because of their large dark eyes, affecting the eyelids, cornea, and retina.
Because of these requirements, a lot of Terrier mixes are used along with various combinations of Poodles, Cockers, Llasa Apsos, Shih Tzus, Chihuahuas.
Some honorable mentions for family dogs are also shih tzus due to their gentleness and affection, German shepherds because of their intelligence and trainability, and vizslas because of their loyalty and affection.