ShihTzu Breed Selector Quiz

by Janice Jones     |Last Updated 05-06-2021


Thinking about that new Shih Tzu?

Complete our Shih Tzu Breed Selector quiz to find out if this breed is right for you.  

Each question has a simple true or false answer. 

Be honest about your situation, your lifestyle and personality as well as the true reasons for wanting a Shih Tzu.

This little breed selector quiz is meant to be printed out and filled in by pen or pencil.

After you chosen the answer that best describes you, click on the link below to read the answers and explanations to each question. 

Remember, no breed is perfect, but most people who want a dog will find a breed that is most compatible with their life style and personality type. 

The questions on this Shih Tzu Breed Selector Quiz are based on our personal experience of living with and loving a “herd” of Shih Tzu dogs.

Breed Selector Quiz

ShihTzu Breed Selector Quiz
Questions

1. I want a tiny dog that I can carry around in my purse.

    TRUE          FALSE

2. I need a dog that is mostly hypoallergenic because I have allergies.

    TRUE           FALSE

3. I want a dog that will make a good jogging partner for me.  I enjoy a good 3 mile run each day and would love canine company.

    TRUE          FALSE

4. I want a dog that will be happy to live in an apartment.  I don't plan to move to a large home in the foreseeable future.

    TRUE           FALSE

5. I want a dog that will protect me from intruders.  I need a guard dog because we live in an unsafe location.

    TRUE          FALSE

6. I enjoy pampering and grooming dogs.  I can see myself brushing and combing a puppy every night.

    TRUE          FALSE

7. I want a dog that doesn’t require much grooming.  I hate brushing and bathing a dog and I don' have enough extra income to pay for a professional groomer.

    TRUE          FALSE

8. I have a lot of patience when it comes to training. I know that dogs, like people need more than one practice to learn a skill and I have the time to teach basic commands and other manners.

    TRUE          FALSE

9. I work long hours, but I bought a crate where my Shih Tzu can stay stay until I come home.

    TRUE          FALSE

10. I know I will still want my dog to be with me in 15 years. I wish dogs would live as long as humans do.

    TRUE          FALSE

11. I want a dog that will follow me around everywhere.  I love the thought of a constant companion to keep me company.

    TRUE          FALSE

12. The main reason I chose I Shih Tzu dog is so I could teach my children how to be responsible.  I plan to have my children feed, water, groom, and take the dog out when she needs to go out.

    TRUE          FALSE

13. I don’t have much money for stuff like toys,  premium food, or vet care, but I will give a Tzu a good home.

    TRUE          FALSE

14. I have little tolerance for stubborn dogs.  Stubbornness annoys me.

    TRUE          FALSE 

15. I want a dog that doesn’t bark.  Or, at least barks so infrequently that I do not notice.

    TRUE          FALSE 

OK,  how do you think you did?  Do you really know this breed well?  It's time to check your answers and the rationale behind the questions and answers.

ANSWERS to ShihTzu Breed Selector Quiz

I hold an undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in biology, Early Childhood Education, and Nursing, and a Master's in Mental Health Counseling.

I'm a lifelong learner, a dog lover, and passionate about the welfare of animals. Though Shih Tzu is my favorite breed, I've also lived with Poodles, Maltese, Yorkshire Terriers, Beagles, English Bulldogs, Carin Terriers, and a Cocker Spaniel. Little critters that shared my space included guinea pigs, rabbits, chinchillas, hamsters, mice, tropical fish, and birds. (Oh, and one crayfish and hermit crab that my daughter brought home from school)

When not writing, reading, and researching dog-related topics, I love spending time with my 6 Shih Tzu dogs, husband, and family, as well as knitting and crocheting. She is also the voice behind Small Dog Place and Smart-Knit-Crocheting. Please visit my other two sites or send me a note.