Shih Tzu Health Guide
Shih Tzu is the popular companion breed in the United States. Lifespan: 10-16 years. Temperament: affectionate, playful, outgoing.
Shih Tzus are brachycephalic. Their flat faces make breathing harder in Indian heat and humidity. Air conditioning is essential during Indian summers.
Eye surgery for Shih Tzus costs $1,000-$3,000.
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Common Shih Tzu Health Issues
- keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eye)
- brachycephalic airway syndrome
- portosystemic liver shunt
- bladder stones
- intervertebral disc disease
- dental crowding and disease
- patellar luxation
- ear infections
Shih Tzu Symptom Guides
Click any symptom for a breed-specific clinical triage guide.
Shih Tzu Diarrhea
medium urgency
Shih Tzu Fever
medium urgency
Shih Tzu Lethargy
medium urgency
Shih Tzu Limping
medium urgency
Shih Tzu Not Eating (Anorexia)
medium urgency
Shih Tzu Vomiting
medium urgency
Shih Tzu Ear Infection
low urgency
Shih Tzu Eye Discharge
low urgency
Shih Tzu Skin Itching and Scratching
low urgency
Shih Tzu Breathing Difficulty
emergency urgency
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