How long has the Shih poo been around?
The Shih-Poo is one of the more recent of these, and has been around for somewhere between 10 and 20 years. Because it is such a new “breed”, most Shih-Poos are first-generation crosses of purebred parents, and so there is very little consistency in terms of their appearance and temperament.
What kind of temperament does a Shih poo have?
Temperament/Behavior. Because the Shih-Poo is a crossbreed, some are accepting and affectionate toward strangers while others are reserved or shy around them. They love to cuddle with their owners and expect to sleep in bed with them at night.
How often should I Check my Shih poo?
The Shih-Poo may experience tearing problems, so checking his eyes regularly and cleaning them when necessary is important. His ears should also be cleaned and checked on a weekly basis. As with all dogs, the teeth of your Shih-Poo should be brushed several times per week and his nails should be clipped as needed.
How does a Shih poo look like a poodle?
Such cross-breeding results in a random re-assortment of the parents’ genes, so that a Shih-Poo can very closely resemble either a Poodle or Shih Tzu, or may have the perfect combination of the Poodle’s intellect and coat and the Shih Tzu’s courage and loyalty.
What kind of dog is a Shih poo?
The Shih-poo is a designer breed that developed from the ‘Shih Tzu’ and the ‘Miniature Poodle’. These small, long-haired dogs have a round face, rounded button eyes, a long nose, hanging ears and a triangular muzzle, giving it a very close resemblance to teddy bears.
Temperament/Behavior. Because the Shih-Poo is a crossbreed, some are accepting and affectionate toward strangers while others are reserved or shy around them. They love to cuddle with their owners and expect to sleep in bed with them at night.
How long does it take for a Shih poo to become reliable?
These little furballs will only do what they want when they want if left to their own devices. In order for the Shih-poo to become reliable in your home, it may take as long as one year of stringently bringing him outside until he does his business. Patience is a virtue when house training these pups. They won’t make it easy.
What kind of home can a Shih poo live in?
This crossbreed is a great companion for families who live in small apartments or have large backyards in the suburbs. He’s quite adaptable to a variety of living situations and will find ways to burn off that energy just about anywhere. Always a clown, the Shih-Poo seems to have a way of cheering people up and making even the saddest person smile.
