shih tzu grooming.
Flickr/gurdonark Name: Shih Tzu Personality: With a name that literally translates to "Lion Dog," a shih tzu carries itself with a confident, almost cheeky bearing that its delicate appearance belies. Originally bred in China as lapdogs, shih tzus make great companions: affectionate as they are arrogant and as gentle as they are spunky. Unlike many other breeds, they can diverge wildly in how active they are, how goofy or serious their character is, or how much they like strangers. Grooming: If a shih tzu's long and silky coat is allowed to remain intact, it will require daily combings and brushings -- one after the other, using a soft brush for the undercoat and a fine-toothed comb for ...