Shih-tsu, shih-tzu, Shir Tzu, dog-lion, chrysanthemum dog, shizu - that's how many names have one cute, clever dog with an unusual appearance and unusual character. A dog of breed shitsu will necessarily become a favorite or best friend.
Historical reference
The history of the dog over the centuries of its existence has acquired colorful legends. This is the legend of the king of the beasts of the snow lion Tang Singe - the master of three elements, before which all life trembled. He could change the size, and, exactly, it looks like a dog shitsu. Another legend says that the dog "ha-pa", accompanying the Buddha everywhere in his travels and turning into a lion, is a dog shchitsu. But it is reliably known that in 1663 the Dalai Lama presented such dogs to the Chinese emperor. So, descended from Tibet, she began her victorious procession: first in the imperial chambers, and from the thirties of the last century - both in Europe and in the world. Shitsu, as a breed of dogs, took shape in 1948, when the first standard appeared on it.
Character of Shitsu dogs
Clever, active, attentive, friendly, independent - this is the nature of shitsu, what else is needed for a domestic friend? They are not very interested in the society of dogs, they enjoy spending time among people with great pleasure. These dogs are ready to accompany the owner all day throughout the apartment. Also, this small "lion cub" will be friendly to other family members. True, they perceive young children as equals themselves, and they can pester them with an appeal to play too actively. These affectionate dogs do not tolerate loneliness, and in such cases they whimper and cry for a while. Dogs of this breed are silent. As a child, they bark loudly, but the years give solidity, and they do not allow themselves to bark empty booze. If you are looking for a loyal companion to an elderly person, the dogs of Shitsu will help you out.
Dog Care Shitsu
Shitsu, Afghan greyhound , Maltese lapdog - these are the three breeds of record-holders among long-haired dogs. To wool the shitsu looked luxuriously need a thorough care. This is especially important for exhibition dogs. The dog needs to bathe once a week, it is better to drip special drops beforehand so that the shampoo does not eat away the eyes. After drying with a non-combustible dryer and combing. To comb out it is necessary daily. If the wool is electrified, treat it with an antistatic agent. And around the feet of the hair must be regularly cut, as claws.
We need to take care of the eyes, teeth, ears, and we must start this from infancy, so that the dog can safely endure hygienic procedures.
Looking at the muzzle of a dog, you can be touched by its amusing form and the expressive look of huge, seemingly rolled out, dark beads. This is the effect of "dropped eyes", which arises from the fact that the eye muscles are very weakly developed. The eyes on the side are not protected by a bone. And the question: "Do the eyes fall out of the shitsu?" The answer may be: "Unfortunately, even with a slight impact in the temporal region, this can happen." If your dog walks among the dry grass, then because of a rare blink, the eyes easily clog. Eyes should be wiped daily with a cotton swab moistened with clean warm water. Around the eyes, the hair must be carefully combed, and even tied up ..
Twice a month you have to clean your ears of dirt and sulfur and pull out the hair in your ears with tweezers. And for the prevention of dental disease, they must be cleaned of tartar and properly fed the dog. Dental hygiene should be given attention, as it prevents the loss of teeth
What to feed the dog breed Shitsu?
The daily ration of toddlers should be 5-10% of the puppy's weight, and for the adult it will be 3-5% of the dog's weight and will be divided into only 2 feedings. New products, if you are going to introduce them into the diet, are added gradually.
Dog food can be natural: fresh or cooked foods (meat and vegetable food).
It is especially important, than we will feed puppies shitsu. Improper nutrition of the puppy can lead to a deviation from the type of constitution corresponding to the breed.