What kind of personalities do shih-tzu dogs have?

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Usually they have pretty good temperaments, but it really goes on how you raise them..
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Surprise…dogs do NOT come w/factory-installed software!!
ALL dogs are individuals.
TRAINING changes behaviors.

I've met sweethearts & nasty as catzpiss specimens.
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"The Shih Tzu is first and foremost a companion. They love nothing more than being indoors with their family. This breed gets along very well with older children and other pets. They are outgoing and self-assured, keen and alert. They make excellent watchdogs. They do not do well being separated from their owners and may become destructive if left alone for extended periods of time. They are docile and quiet, but they also love to play. The Shih Tzu is spunky and can be obstinate at times. They expect to be treated as royalty and are easily spoiled."
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http://www.nextdaypets.com/directory/breeds/1100248/

Shi Tzu means little lion :D, but there is nothing fierce about this dog. Great companion, affectionate, happy, loves to follow his people from room to room are some of his great personality. Here is an article about this loving pet…
http://dogtime.com/shih-tzu.html
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I only know about mine. She is feisty not scared easily. Intelligent. Playful, fussy sometime with her food. Knows how to get attention. Loves being pampered and brushed. Loves all children and is really keen on other dogs to play around with. Has quiet moments and is intensely loving.
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they are playful.
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Shih-tzus are the best! They are such wonderful dogs!

Yes, they are playful. They like to be loved and will follow you around and lay at your feet. They will sleep with you at night and just be your best buddy!

They are super cute and smart too (of course not as smart as other breeds like a poodle for instance). If you want a super smart dog you may want to consider a mix - a Shih-poo - 1/2 poodle and 1/2 shih-tzu. I have one. They breed them together to get the look of a shih-tzu, but the brains of a poodle.

I have had different dog breeds in the past - mini schnauzer, boxer, pug and several mixes and Shih-tzus by far are my favorite.

They get along well with other dogs, cats and children.

Of course each dog is different, but overall the shih-tzu is a wonderful breed. And they don't leave hair all over the place - I REALLY like that!
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Mommy to 1 shih-poo and 6 shih-tzus. Oh, and one cat who thinks he's a shih-tzu!