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The name Shih Tzu (pronounced SHEET sue) is Chinese in origin.
Literally meaning "lion dog" the name was given to the breed because of the resemblance to a lion in its facial "mane" and long coat. The Chinese reportedly bred the Shih Tzu to look as much like a lion as they were able to.
Literally meaning "lion dog" the name was given to the breed because of the resemblance to a lion in its facial "mane" and long coat. The Chinese reportedly bred the Shih Tzu to look as much like a lion as they were able to.
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http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/shihtzu.htm
http://www.akc.org/breeds/shih_tzu/index.cfm
http://www.allshihtzu.com/Origin.html
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/shihtzu.htm
http://www.akc.org/breeds/shih_tzu/index.cfm
http://www.allshihtzu.com/Origin.html
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