How much should I pay for a Shih Tzu?
How much should I pay for a Shih Tzu?
You may be able to find Shih Tzu puppies for as little as $500 to $700. However, in the New England area, where there are very few home breeders, prices are generally on the high end, at least starting at $1,000 and going up from there.
What is the best age to buy a Shih Tzu?
Of those states, all but 3 require that the puppy be at least 8 weeks old. If weaning were our only requirement, the puppies would be ready at 8 weeks old for their forever homes. However, I believe that our jobs as responsible breeders have just begun when puppies reach the age of eight weeks!
Is there really a princess type Shih Tzu?
“Muffin is a tiny Shih Tzu (others call it an imperial or princess type; however, I am aware that this is not a separate breed of Shih Tzu). She is healthy, playful and loyal just like other Shih Tzus.
Are male or female Shih Tzus better?
Our experience is that male ShihTzu are usually more affectionate, exuberant, and attentive as compared to females. They seek your attention and are very attached to their people. They also tend to be more steadfast, reliable, and less moody.
Why you shouldn’t get a Shih Tzu?
Many Shih Tzus live a good long life. But unfortunately they can suffer from serious kidney and liver diseases, knee problems, eye diseases, itchy skin allergies, and more.
What is a blue Shih Tzu?
Blue Shih Tzus have a lavender cast to their eye rims, nose, and lips which help distinguish them from the black variety, although this is often easier said than done. The blue coat color is the result of an interaction between the dilution gene, D-Locus allele, and the black allele.
What color Shih Tzu is rare?
What is the rarest color in a Shih Tzu? Although black is one of the most dominant genes, a completely black Shih Tzu, without any white markings, is arguably the least common. Similarly, a pure white Shih Tzu is only seen rarely and a white puppy with black markings is virtually unheard of.
What does a pure Shih Tzu look like?
The Shih Tzu is a small, sturdy dog with a body that is slightly longer than it is tall. Nose, lips and eye rims are liver on liver colored dogs, blue on blue dogs and black on all other colors. The teeth meet in a level or under bite. The large, round eyes are dark in color, but lighter on blue and liver dogs.
Why Shih Tzu are the worst dog?
Shih Tzu. Many reputable breeders of shih tzus refuse to sell their puppies to families with small kids. This breed loves to zip around and get under your feet, tripping up adults as well as children if they’re not paying close enough attention. This potential trip hazard can harm both humans and the dog.
Why you shouldn’t own a Shih Tzu?
It’s a trade-off. Health problems. Many Shih Tzus live a good long life. But unfortunately they can suffer from serious kidney and liver diseases, knee problems, eye diseases, itchy skin allergies, and more.
