Shih Poo: 7 Things You Didn't Know About the Shih Tzu Poodle Mix!

The Shih Poo is a Shih Tzu crossed with a Miniature Poodle. Small, hypoallergenic and devoted to human company, the Shih-Poo can make an excellent companion for a loving owner who has a lot of free time to spend with their four-legged friend. Watch this video to find out more about this loving companion dog?

The Shih Poo is a small breed with a big heart. They were bred to inherit the desirable characteristics possessed by each of the parent breeds: the intelligence and character of the Miniature Poodle and the affection and loving-nature of the Shih Tzu. The Shih Poo has a very playful and energetic personality with an infectious fun-loving attitude. These dogs love their human companions and spending time exploring the outdoors.
A bundle of fluff and joy, the Shih Poo is likely to steal anyone’s heart. Suitable for older people and people with smaller houses, the Shih-Poo doesn’t require endless exercise or tricky diets. This small breed compacts a lot of love and affection into one fluffy bundle of joy. What are your thoughts about the Shih Poo? Let us know below.

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[pamsopinion]

We had not had a dog in 6 years and did not think we would get another one. We always had poodles (miniature and standard size) and loved them. Not really looking for a pet we saw a shih poo puppy for sale and fell in love with her right away. She is now 2 years old and has been the best gift we gave ourselves. I always do the Volhard Puppy Aptitude Test when selecting puppies. I found out about the test when I worked at a library and it has helped us and our family to find good matches for what is desired temperament wise.

[tammiefaulkner]

I have a shih poo, and he is very scared of just about everything. He is getting better. I show him ( Rex ) lots of love. And when he gets scared I hold him and pet him and talk to him softly. He had never even been out side till we got out baby boy. He needs lot's of love and we will continue to give him lot's of love.

[dexlsp]

1:39 This shaggy baby has a ridiculously adorable face lol

[arthurhudgens]

Charming as hypnotist .cunning as a river boat gambler. Loves to pull your sock off as your pulling on the other one.can hear the ignighter on a gas cook stove because he associates it with bacon cooking. Barks before someone knocks on the door or if a mouse farts...loves to give you all the friendship and love it can muster..dam good little dogs..and can sense your moods..truly a friend lol

[sharon]

I have a loving shih poo and he is 18!

[Bobby_Maggadino]

my shipoo is the smartest dog I have ever owned, and I've owned alot of smart breeds and he is athletic as all hell.

[lyndaleonard]

I have one and she's so lovable and very smart. She loves people and other dogs, and even cats!! She does require a lot of attention. She is mostly white with black ears and black mask. She is 2yrs old and 8lbs. She's my best friend. She and my 4 yr old great grandson are best buds.

[AnointedBlingByRein]

We just got our shih poo. She's 5 weeks. So in love

[DtheDelinquent]

We have one #ziggytheshihpoo HE IS TRULY THE BEST ADDED HEARTBEAT AND SOUL TO OUR FAMILY.
He’s now 10years old and overweight (22lbs) but he still acts like he’s 5 and plays with full energy.
The unfortunate issues we’ve had is with his lower back and hip bones. He developed disc disease and arthritis in his hips at an early age.
So it meant less walking and other activities he enjoys. This is why his weight has gone up a bit. But he’s still super strong and playful. He has a bad day in pain at least once every two months. It kills us seeing him sad and in pain from his back and hip problems. Vets have given us some good pain meds he takes when needed.
They have a longer torso in my opinion. So I STRONGLY recommend TO NEVER pick up your shihtzu or shihpoo from under the front arm pits. Resist the temptation!
Pick them up from under their chest/belly area (like holding a football with one arm) and keep their back level until you position them how you want. This way their lower backs don’t suffer a huge separation from the normal spine disc compression they have while they walk.
Keep their ears
They can easily get infections like yeast if ignored.
Clean clean clean!!!!
Also, they don’t shed. Maybe 3-5 hairs every 6 months lol.
But brush them! Their coats will get tangled and nasty in a heart beat!

They’re super smart! They learn quick! They will be your most loyal companion ever!
Ziggy does NOT CUDDLE! Well, maybe for 1-2mins and that’s it! He prefers to be next to you but no excessive lovey dovey Shyza lol
My friends shihpoo loves to cuddle with them but I guess it’s a 50/50 trait in them.
And PLEASE don’t get a cheap/normal bracket type collar for yours!
It’ll choke em.
Spend the extra $20 and get a nice body collar for yours where it’s away from their throat.
Good luck with your Shih poo if you just got one or plan on getting one. :)

[clarataylor]

My shipoo Benji went to dog heaven 3 weeks ago.the best dog ever.so heart broken now.love to get another one but prices are so high now. Praying for one

[MoNaBookworm]

Mine is a super stubborn hyper alpha male and makes training extremely difficult but he is the cutest thing ever and when he’s not terrorizing me he’s showering me in love and kisses or demanding to play with me so I love him to pieces despite the difficult personality. ❤

[shannypoo]

My shih Poo is 10 weeks and I love her much!

[YouthWillRise]

My shih-poo Apple is the happiest little girl ever 🙂🙃🙂❤️

[Cowboygtvr]

I have Shih tzu poodle mix he’s so cute

[gladyschristman]

2:48 fluffy bundle of joy... guess what my shihpoos name is: Bundles!

[ababababeebababa]

the 40 minutes a day is no joke ... ours love a 30+ minute walk and also go outside in large backyard as many times daily as we let them!

[marshachesbro]

My daughter just got a Shih Poo.Her name is Daisy.Shes brown and white. Busy busy little one.

[drawingdoritu]

I havs 2 of them thanks for the advice

[BZSchnoodle]

My Schnoodle companion of 16+ years died of congestive heart failure last October (2024). I felt like my heart had been ripped out. Eight days later my neighbor's mother brought me a 14-month-old shipo/Sheepoo (?) as she was trying to find a good home for her. I didn't feel ready, but I had asked God that morning to let me know if I should ever have another little girl. It has been a challenge to grieve for one love and embrace another little love, but she has stolen my heart and really has helped me through my grief. She was 8.3 lbs. when I was gifted her, but the groomer thinks she is now 10 lbs (despite being a picky eater!). I have had her spayed (unfortunately, she had a litter of puppies before I got her), her teeth cleaned, and all her shots and tests. She is a happy little girl. She minds well, doesn't run away, doesn't bark. She is funny and runs and hops when we go for walks. The neighbors love her and would adopt her in a minute. I am so thankful that God blessed me.

[leilawitherspoon]

you forgot to mention that they usually either breed the miniature poodle or a toy size poodle to a shih Tzu