Shih Tzus are on the rise in popularity, and it’s no surprise because these little lion dogs are adorable, hypoallergenic, and have royal ancestry.
But how will they fit in with your precious feline friend? Are Shih Tzus and cats a good match?
Shih Tzus tend to be perky, happy dogs that are friendly to a fault. They are somewhat of a lapdog, after all.
But they still have plenty of energy to expend and will follow you loyally from room to room just to bask in your presence.
They tend to get along well with cats, thanks to their sweet nature. There is the odd exception where you’ll find a snippy Shih Tzu — but it’s typically from bad socialization when they were young and not a genetic fault.
If you start out with a puppy, you have a pristine little soul to mold into the perfect furry friend, but this will take time.
A lot of time, patience, and treats. So you’ll have to make sure you have room in your life to dedicate to their training and socializing. Otherwise, even the most potentially sweet pup might become an anxious or aggressive adult dog.
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