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The Shih-Poo is a designer dog, a cross between the ancient Shih Tzu (originating in Tibet around 600 AD) and the intelligent Poodle (bred in Germany as a water retriever). This breed emerged in the late 1980s.
Their personality is a balanced mix of their parents, making them smart, loyal, alert, and dedicated with pleasant, kind temperaments. Shih-Poos are excellent companion dogs, fitting well into families with children and other pets, and adapting easily to both apartment and conventional living.
The Shih-Poo is a popular designer dog, a delightful crossbreed of the ancient Shih Tzu and the highly intelligent Poodle. The Shih Tzu’s lineage dates back as early as 600 AD in Tibet, making them one of the oldest dog breeds known today. The Poodle, on the other hand, originated in Germany, where it was initially bred as a skilled water retriever for hunters, also recognized for its exceptional intelligence.
The Shih-Poo’s personality is a wonderful even mix of their parents’ traits. They are known to be smart, loyal, alert, and dedicated dogs with inherently pleasant personalities and kind temperaments. This combination makes them truly marvelous companion dogs that fit in easily with various family dynamics, including households with children and other pets. They also demonstrate great adaptability, adjusting well to both apartment-style living or more conventional housing. Their charming and agreeable nature has made the Shih-Poo a very well-liked breed, capable of making a great fit in almost any family.
Shih Poos are found in many colors. This includes apricot, black, tan and black, brown, cream, red sable, and white. In some instances, puppies from the same litter can have significantly different colors and types of coats. Some inherit a wool coat from the Poodle or the longer and straighter coat of the Shih Tzu. Thanks to their hypoallergenic coats, they do well in families that have people who suffer from allergies. Routine daily brushing is a good way to keep this dog looking his best. A bi-weekly bath is also suggested, as is routine teeth cleaning.
Caring for a Shih-Poo involves attention to both their diet and general hygiene. These puppies are prone to hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels), so it’s very important to keep them well-fed. For puppies up to six months of age, you should feed them smaller meals four to six times a day. After six months, two meals a day, spaced twelve hours apart, is usually sufficient.
Beyond feeding, consistent hygiene is key. You’ll need to brush their teeth at least three times each week to prevent health issues down the road. Also, make sure their nails are clipped on a routine basis. While properly cleaning their teeth might take some practice, you and your pup will get the hang of it over time, ensuring they feel great and stay healthy.
Fact: The Shih Pooh gets along well with other pets in the home. Even cats!
Fact: The oldest living Shih Pooh was 21 years old.
Fact: The Shih Pooh originated in North America
A Shih-Poo is a popular designer dog breed that is a cross between a purebred Shih Tzu and a purebred Poodle. They originated in the late 1980s.
Shih-Poos typically have a balanced personality, blending the intelligence of a Poodle with the charm of a Shih Tzu. They are generally smart, loyal, alert, and affectionate, making them great companions.
While no dog is truly 100% hypoallergenic, Shih-Poos are often considered good for allergy sufferers due to their Poodle heritage, as they tend to have low-shedding coats.
Shih-Poos require regular grooming to prevent matting. Daily brushing is recommended, along with bi-weekly baths and routine teeth cleaning.
At maturity, Shih-Poos typically stand between 8 to 18 inches tall and average a weight of 13 to 20 pounds, depending on the size of their Poodle parent.
Shih-Poos generally have a good lifespan, with an average of 12 to 15 years.
Yes, their pleasant personalities and kind temperaments usually make them fit in easily with families that have children and other pets in the house.
Yes, being intelligent and eager to please, Shih-Poos are generally considered easy to train, responding well to consistent positive reinforcement.
Yes, Shih-Poo puppies are prone to hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). It’s recommended to feed them smaller meals 4-6 times a day until they are six months old, then transition to two meals daily.
Yes, Shih-Poos adapt very well to apartment-style living due to their size and moderate exercise needs, as long as they get sufficient daily activity and human interaction.
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