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Their other names include Chinese Lion Dog and Chrysanthemum Dog.

Chrysanthemum Dog

Which of the following is another name for the Shih Tzu breed?  
  
  
  
  
  


The average cost includes: $250 Vet Care
$200 Grooming & boarding
$150 Others
$300 Food & Treats

$900

What is the average yearly cost of owning a Shih Tzu?  
  
  
  
  
  


Shih Tzus are a great fit for anyone who loves to sit at home and enjoy some television with their pets. These dogs will happily sit in your lap and take in the latest episode of your favorite series. They don’t need much in the way of exercise, and they thrive without much physical activity.

Indoor

Shih Tzus are a great fit for anyone who has what kind of lifestyle?  
  
  
  
  
  


Shih Tzus are intelligent and aware, so training is usually not an issue. Some Shih Tzus have been trained to do agility competition, and the dogs seem to perform well. House-training and obedience are relatively easy compared to some other toy breeds.

House Training

What type of training are relatively easy for Shih Tzus compared to some other toy breeds?  
  
  
  
  


They may not look like it, but the modest shih tzu is more closely related to wolves than many fiercer-looking breeds. In 2004, researchers at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle tested the genetic data of 414 dogs from 85 different breeds. They concluded that Asian breeds, from the imposing akita all the way down to the diminuitive Pekingese, are some of the oldest and most closely related to Canis lupus familiaris's wolf ancestors.

Wolf

Shih Tzus are closely related to what animal?  
  
  
  
  
  


According to the American Kennel Club, the shih tzu comes in 14 different colors and three different markings.

How many colors are registered for the Shih Tzu breed?  
  
  
  
  
  


According to legend, Buddha was traveling with a little canine companion that closely resembled the shih tzu. When a group of robbers tried to attack Buddha, the little dog transformed into a fierce lion and chased the thieves off. Buddha was so grateful he kissed the dog on the forehead, giving it its little white mark. The markings on its back are said to represent the saddle Buddha used to ride the dog-turned-lion.

Star of Buddha

Most Shih Tzus rock a little white spot on their foreheads, which is known as what?  
  
  
  
  


Although Shih Tzus date back to nearly the beginning of the common era, they are relatively new to the Western world. As previously mentioned, Shih Tzus were first introduced to England in the 1930s and then America after World War II. It wasn't until Sept. 1, 1969, that the American Kennel Club first recognized the breed.

1969

The AKC first recognized Shih Tzus in what year?  
  
  
  
  
  


During its 70 or so years in America, the Shih Tzu has remained popular. The breed is one of the most-registered according to the AKC's registration statistic. It stands currently as the 15th most popular dog breed in the U.S., although that number shows a recent drop from 11th in 2012, 10th in 2008 and ninth in 2003. But despite the slight dip in recent years, the breed remains widely loved.

United States

The Shih Tzu is one of the most popular dog breeds in what country?  
  
  
  
  
  


Lots of famous folks from all cultural spheres own or have owned Shih Tzus. The Dalai Llama is a Shih Tzu fan, proving the breed's continued popularity in Tibetan Buddhism. Singer Mariah Carey owns two lion dogs, named Bing and Bong. Even business magnate/philanthropist Bill Gates had a Shih Tzu. Its name was Ballmer, presumably in tribute to Steve Ballmer, ex-CEO of Microsoft.

True

Shih Tzus are popular with celebrities  
  
  
  
  
  


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