Howdy folks! Let me tell ya ’bout these Shih Tzu mixed dogs, or as I call ’em, them fancy mutts. You know, them little Shih Tzus, they’re cute and all, but sometimes folks get ideas and mix ’em with other breeds. Don’t ask me why, maybe they think two cute dogs make a super-duper cute one, or somethin’. Anyways, there’s a whole bunch of ’em, so let’s get down to it.
First off, there’s that Shih-poo thing. That’s a Shih Tzu and a Poodle mixed together. Now, Poodles, them’s the smarty-pants dogs, always winnin’ them dog shows. Mix that with a Shih Tzu and you get… well, a fluffy thing. Some are small, some are bigger, kinda depends on what kind of Poodle they use, I reckon. They say these Shih-poos are smart and don’t shed much, which is good for folks who don’t like dog hair all over their couches.
- Smart as a whip (sometimes!)
- Don’t shed too bad, which is nice.
- Fluffy, real fluffy.
Then there’s the Shorkie Tzu. Sounds like a fancy name for a little fella, don’t it? That’s a Shih Tzu and a Yorkie, them little bitty dogs with long hair. My neighbor had one, yapped all the time, but she loved it to pieces. These Shorkie Tzus, they’re tiny, I tell ya, like little dust bunnies runnin’ around. Probably need a sweater in the winter, poor things.
And let me tell you, there’s more mixes than fleas on a stray dog. You got your Shih-Chon (Shih Tzu and Bichon Frise), sounds like somethin’ you’d eat, don’t it? Then there’s the Mal-Shi (Shih Tzu and Maltese), another tiny one. And don’t forget the Cava-Tzu (Shih Tzu and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel), them’s the ones with the long ears, look like they got wings on their heads.
Honestly, folks can mix a Shih Tzu with just about anythin’. Heck, I bet you could mix one with a Great Dane if you really wanted to, though I wouldn’t wanna see that, poor mama Shih Tzu! It’s like, any dog can be bred with another one. They call ‘em hybrids, sounds fancy, but it’s just mixin’ and matchin’, like pickin’ out socks in the mornin’. You want stripes with polka dots? Go right ahead.
Now, I ain’t no expert on these fancy mixed dogs, mind you. I just know what I see and hear. But from what I gather, these mixed breeds can be a bit of a grab bag. You never quite know what you’re gonna get. Some are healthy, some ain’t so much. Some are friendly, some are a bit… prickly, you know? It all depends on the parents, I guess. Just like kids, ain’t it? Sometimes they turn out like their mama, sometimes like their daddy, and sometimes they’re a whole new kind of crazy all together.
But one thing’s for sure, them Shih Tzus, purebred or mixed, they got somethin’ special. They’re like little shadows, always followin’ you around, lookin’ at you with them big ol’ eyes. They love to cuddle, they love to play, and they love to make you laugh. Even when they’re bein’ naughty, chew in’ on your slippers or barkin’ at the mailman, you can’t help but love ’em. They’re just good company, you know? Like a warm cup of coffee on a cold mornin’. They’re perfect, I tell you, perfect!
So, if you’re thinkin’ about gettin’ a Shih Tzu mix, do your homework, I say. Find a good breeder, someone who knows what they’re doin’ and cares about the dogs. Don’t just go buyin’ a puppy from some fella on the side of the road. And be prepared for anything, ’cause like I said, with these mixed breeds, you never quite know what you’re gonna get. But chances are, you’ll end up with a loyal friend, a furry little shadow who’ll love you more than life itself.
And that, folks, is all I gotta say about them Shih Tzu mixed dogs. They’re a whole lot of fluff and a whole lot of love, and sometimes, that’s all you need in this crazy world.
In conclusion, Shih Tzus are great dogs all around, and the mixes ain’t too shabby neither, so go get yourself one if you want some unconditional love and sloppy dog kisses.
Tags: [Shih Tzu, Shih Tzu Mix, Shih-poo, Shorkie Tzu, Mal-Shi, Cava-Tzu, Shih-Chon, Dog Breeds, Hybrid Dogs, Small Dogs, Companion Dogs]
