See Also: shih-tzu(dictionary)
Hu Shih(encyclopedia)
shih tzu(encyclopedia)
Shih (as used in expressions)(encyclopedia)
Pai Shih - Martial Arts(gambling)

shih tzu (sh)




Breed of toy dog developed in Tibet from the Pekingese and the Lhasa apso.

Sturdily built and short-legged, it stands about 10 in. (26 cm) tall and weighs 18 lb (8 kg) or less. It is longer than it is tall and has a short muzzle, hanging ears, and heavily haired tail, which it carries over its back. Its long, dense coat may be any of several colours and falls over the eyes, forming a beard.