The Shih Tzu is a cross between the Lhasa Apso and the Pekingese, which was offered to the Emperor by the Dalai Lama of Tibet. Although the Shih Tzu is a hybrid dog breed, it has now become another independent breed, so when we buy a Shih Tzu, how can we tell if it is a purebred Shih Tzu? We can actually look at these aspects to see if it is a purebred Shih Tzu. One, size: Shih Tzu is a small dog, its height in 20-28 cm, weight in 4-8 kg, Shih Tzu such size is very suitable for girls to hold in the hands, if too fat or too thin, you consider whether you feed too much or starve it, if not there may not be a purebred Shih Tzu. Second, facial features: Shih Tzu’s head is in the shape of a round arch, the head is round and wide, and the whole dog’s whole body size is coordinated, very suitable, neither too big nor too small to give the impression. Its eyes are large and round, not protruding outward, and the distance between the two eyes is just right. Three, hair: Shih Tzu is a long-haired dog, its hair is long and very dense, hair color has a lot, but generally are the best white. Because of its long hair, it needs a certain amount of time every day to help it take care of its hair. Fourth, the amount of bone: purebred Shih Tzu is very rich in bone, in the purchase of them, you can pick them up and gently pinch their paws and calves, so as to determine their rich bone, if you feel their skeleton is thicker, it means that the dog’s bone is richer, the dog’s physique will be better, is a healthy dog.
