ESSENTIALS

To Keep Your furry shih tzu bundle of love happy!

TREATS

Where taste meets health

PLAY

All they need for a great
game of tug or fetch

GROOM

To make them look & feel good

WALK

Everything for their favourite
part of the day

Shih Tzus are companion dogs who love to spend a lot of their day shadowing their favourite people around the house. This breed is originally from the Asian subcontinent and ‘Shih Tzu’ translates to ‘little lion.’ We imagine that this refers to their long, mane-like fur coat rather than their temperament.

Given the right care and environment, dogs of this breed have a reputation for being intelligent, lovable lap dogs. They get along well with children as long as children are taught how to handle these, small, delicate doggies.

SHIH TZU

ANATOMY

treat your SHIH TZU

Sara’s Doggie Treats

This breed has a tendency to put on weight so a highly-nutritious, species appropriate diet is important. Treats can help with training but remember not to overdo it. The Sara’s Treats range of natural, dehydrated yums are delicious and nutritious.

starting from ₹ 330*

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Happi Doggy Vegetarian Dental Chew

Happi Doggy dental chews are useful to have on hand for your pet. The Dogaholic Milky Chew Bones are also favourites among dogs of this toy breed.

starting from ₹ 75*

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BOWLS FOR SHIH TZUS

You can serve your Shih Tzu in our Slant bowls, these make meals easier for dogs with flat snouts to
eat. It’s also a good idea to give their faces a quick wipe after meals to remove any particles of food that get stuck there.

Dash Dog

Dash Dog Rainbow Dog Bowl

₹1,199.00

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HUFT Personalised Wooden Dog Diner

₹5,999.00

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HUFT Marble Finish Steel Dog & Cat Bowl

₹799.20

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HUFT Quintessential Slow Feeder Dog Bowl

₹1,099.00

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HUFT Hemiglobe Dog Bowl (Black)

₹1,049.00

Dash Dog

Dash Dog Eclipse Bowl For Dogs

₹899.00

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HUFT Quintessential Double-Walled Pet Bowl

₹999.00

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HUFT Dig In Dinner Suction Bowl for Dogs

₹494.10

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HUFT Hemiglobe Dog Bowl (Silver)

₹999.00

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HUFT Silicone Collapsible Bowl For Pets - Orange

₹999.00

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PLAY

WITH YOUR SHIH TZU

PLAY

WITH YOUR SHIH TZU

Shih Tzus enjoy playing games with their people and this helps strengthen the bond between pet and parent.

They enjoy relaxing with a chew or cuddling with a plush toy in their lounger beds.

HUFT Twistee Collection Cactus Chew Dog Toy - 19 cm

₹ 599

HUFT Twistee Collection Chew Dog Toy - Chomp Circle - 13 x 13 cm

₹ 749

HUFT Paws for Earth Animal Plush Dog Toy - Giraffe

₹ 599

HUFT The Indian Collective Owl Cuddle Toy For Dogs - 19 cm

₹ 399

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GROOM YOUR SHIH TZU

Shih Tzus have gorgeous coats that need regular upkeep. Brush it daily to prevent matting and to keep it healthy. The HUFT Bamboo Slicker brush would work well (remember to work in sections and brush away from the skin). The HUFT Double Sided Steel comb will also come in handy.

To deal with tangles, look for a useful spray like the Pet Head BFF Tangling Fix or the Skout’s Honor Probiotic Daily Use Detangler (the Honeysuckle variant is one of our favourites).

Shih Tzus have large eyes and cleaning around the eyes should be part of your grooming routine. Tears could stain the fur on the face so a TropiClean SPA Lavish tear stain remover and facial cleanser helps. Hair from the top of the head has a tendency to fall into the dog’s eyes and it’s recommended that this is kept in a top knot or trimmed. The top knot and furry face needs to be gently brushed out every day.

Regular baths or grooms with a specially formulated product like the Isle of Dogs Silky Coating Shampoo and Conditioner are recommended. Ear cleaning, nail trimming and dental hygiene routines are also essential. To finish off the groom and leave your pet’s coat smelling lovely, the Skout's Honor Daily Use Deodorizer is ideal.

SHAMPOOS

CONDITIONERS

BRUSHES & COMBS

TOWELS & WIPES

Himalaya

Himalaya Erina Plus Coat Dog Cleanser with Cond...

₹305.50

Forcans

Forcans Aloe Rinse Dog Conditioner - 750 ml

₹945.25

Pet Head

Pet Head Furtastic Cream Rinse Dog Conditioner ...

₹1,281.55

Skouts Honor

Skout's Honor Probiotic 2 in 1 Shampoo & Condit...

₹1,899.05

Skouts Honor

Skout's Honor Probiotic 2 in 1 Shampoo & Condit...

₹1,899.05

Pet Head

Pet Head Coconut Sensitive Soul Conditioner For...

₹1,424.05

Pet Head

Pet Head Ditch The Dirt Conditioner for Dog - 2...

₹1,424.05

Isle of Dogs

Isle of Dogs Keratin Volumizing Conditioner For...

₹9,499.05

Pet Head

Pet Head Mucky Puppy Conditioner - 250 ml

₹1,424.05

Isle of Dogs

Isle Of Dogs 2 Heal Dog Conditioner - 1 Gallon ...

₹9,499.05

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WALK YOUR SHIH TZU

Shih Tzus have short legs and are content to take a daily, leisurely stroll with their people.

Walks don’t have to be very long as recommended for high-energy, large breeds like Labradors. Thanks to their short snouts and long fur, Shih Tzus don’t do well in hot climates or on hot days. Especially in the summer, remember to walk them early in the morning and in the evenings once the sun has set. Keep them indoors during the hot parts of the day and look out for signs of overheating.

Using harnesses for brachycephalic breeds is recommended as harnesses don’t put pressure on the dog’s delicate necks.

The HUFT Reversible harness and the Ruffwear harness offer sizes that fit a Shih Tzu’s tiny body. Lightweight harnesses from HUFT would work very well for this toy breed.

Brushing out their fur, doing a quick tick check and wiping their paws clean after the walk is advised. Spraying some tick and flea repellent before setting out would discourage parasites from latching on to your pet.