Shih Tzus were bred exclusively to be companions, which means they're wired to read people — but not necessarily to do what you ask. They're often undertrained because their small size and sweet temperament tricks owners into thinking it's fine, until barking, snapping, and housetraining failures stack up. Most Shih Tzus come home at 8–12 weeks, and the owners who treat training as non-negotiable from day one end up with the most charming little dogs you've ever met.
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