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SHIH TZU TYPES & WEIGHT CHARTS:

Shih Tzu Type	0-1 Month (Newborn)	2-3 Months	4-6 Months	7-9 Months	10-12 Months (Adult Weight)	Description
Standard Shih Tzu	0.5 - 1.5 lbs (0.2 - 0.7 kg)	2 - 4 lbs (0.9 - 1.8 kg)	5 - 9 lbs (2.3 - 4 kg)	7 - 12 lbs (3.2 - 5.4 kg)	9 - 16 lbs (4 - 7.3 kg)	Sturdy, well-proportioned; the most common and officially recognized.
Imperial Shih Tzu (Teacup)	0.3 - 1.0 lbs (0.1 - 0.5 kg)	1.5 - 3 lbs (0.7 - 1.4 kg)	3 - 6 lbs (1.4 - 2.7 kg)	4 - 7 lbs (1.8 - 3.2 kg)	4 - 9 lbs (1.8 - 4 kg)	A smaller, more delicate version of the Shih Tzu, often bred for tiny size. Not officially recognized.
Princess Type Shih Tzu	0.3 - 1.0 lbs (0.1 - 0.5 kg)	1.5 - 3 lbs (0.7 - 1.4 kg)	3 - 6 lbs (1.4 - 2.7 kg)	4 - 7 lbs (1.8 - 3.2 kg)	4 - 8 lbs (1.8 - 3.6 kg)	Petite, dainty features. Specifically bred and groomed for a "cute" appearance. Similar to the Imperial type but more of a marketing term.
Chinese Shih Tzu	0.5 - 1.2 lbs (0.2 - 0.6 kg)	2 - 3.5 lbs (0.9 - 1.6 kg)	4 - 8 lbs (1.8 - 3.6 kg)	6 - 10 lbs (2.7 - 4.5 kg)	8 - 14 lbs (3.6 - 6.3 kg)	Compact body, round head, slightly longer nose, closer to the ancient Chinese royal bloodline.
American Shih Tzu	0.5 - 1.5 lbs (0.2 - 0.7 kg)	2 - 4 lbs (0.9 - 1.8 kg)	5 - 9 lbs (2.3 - 4 kg)	7 - 12 lbs (3.2 - 5.4 kg)	9 - 16 lbs (4 - 7.3 kg)	Taller, longer-bodied, and often has a more refined look than other Shih Tzu.
Shih Tzu Mixes (Shih-Pom, etc.)	Varies	Varies	Varies	Varies	Depends on mix	Weight and appearance depend on the breed mixed with the Shih Tzu.

Shih Tzu Type

0-1 Month (Newborn)

2-3 Months

4-6 Months

7-9 Months

10-12 Months (Adult Weight)

Description

Standard Shih Tzu

0.5 - 1.5 lbs
(0.2 - 0.7 kg)

2 - 4 lbs
(0.9 - 1.8 kg)

5 - 9 lbs
(2.3 - 4 kg)

7 - 12 lbs
(3.2 - 5.4 kg)

9 - 16 lbs
(4 - 7.3 kg)

Sturdy, well-proportioned; the most common and officially recognized.

Imperial Shih Tzu (Teacup)

0.3 - 1.0 lbs
(0.1 - 0.5 kg)

1.5 - 3 lbs
(0.7 - 1.4 kg)

3 - 6 lbs
(1.4 - 2.7 kg)

4 - 7 lbs
(1.8 - 3.2 kg)

4 - 9 lbs
(1.8 - 4 kg)

A smaller, more delicate version of the Shih Tzu, often bred for tiny size. Not officially recognized.

Princess Type Shih Tzu

0.3 - 1.0 lbs
(0.1 - 0.5 kg)

1.5 - 3 lbs
(0.7 - 1.4 kg)

3 - 6 lbs
(1.4 - 2.7 kg)

4 - 7 lbs
(1.8 - 3.2 kg)

4 - 8 lbs
(1.8 - 3.6 kg)

Petite, dainty features. Specifically bred and groomed for a "cute" appearance. Similar to the Imperial type but more of a marketing term.

Chinese Shih Tzu

0.5 - 1.2 lbs
(0.2 - 0.6 kg)

2 - 3.5 lbs
(0.9 - 1.6 kg)

4 - 8 lbs
(1.8 - 3.6 kg)

6 - 10 lbs
(2.7 - 4.5 kg)

8 - 14 lbs
(3.6 - 6.3 kg)

Compact body, round head, slightly longer nose, closer to the ancient Chinese royal bloodline.

American Shih Tzu

0.5 - 1.5 lbs
(0.2 - 0.7 kg)

2 - 4 lbs
(0.9 - 1.8 kg)

5 - 9 lbs
(2.3 - 4 kg)

7 - 12 lbs
(3.2 - 5.4 kg)

9 - 16 lbs
(4 - 7.3 kg)

Taller, longer-bodied, and often has a more refined look than other Shih Tzu.

Shih Tzu Mixes (Shih-Pom, etc.)

Varies

Depends on mix

Weight and appearance depend on the breed mixed with the Shih Tzu.

1. GENERAL HEALTH ISSUES

"Breathing, joints, allergies."

Shih Tzus are prone to breathing issues, joint problems, spinal disorders,
eye and ear infections, allergies, dental disease, obesity, and kidney disease.
Regular care, a proper diet, and vet check-ups help maintain their health. Brown Paw

2. RESPIRATORY AND NASAL ISSUES

"Breathing, snoring, overheating."

Breathing difficulties, snoring, wheezing, nasal congestion, overheating,
sneezing, coughing, shortness of breath, and airway obstruction. Brown Paw

3. EYE AND VISION PROBLEMS

"Dryness, infections, cataracts."

Irritation, dryness, redness, excessive tearing, infections, ulcers, cataracts,
glaucoma, vision loss, and sensitivity due to their prominent eyes. Brown Paw

4. SKIN AND COAT CONDITIONS

"Itching, infections, matting."

Itching, dryness, redness, allergies, infections, hot spots, dandruff, hair loss,
matting, and sensitivity due to their dense coat and sensitive skin. Brown Paw

5. DIGESTIVE AND STOMACH ISSUES

"Vomiting, diarrhea, bloating."

Vomiting, diarrhea, bloating, constipation, food sensitivities, indigestion, acid
reflux, poor appetite, and upset stomach due to their sensitive digestive system. Brown Paw

6. EAR AND HEARING PROBLEMS

"Infections, wax, hearing loss."

Infections, itching, redness, wax buildup, discharge, foul odor, inflammation,
hearing loss, sensitivity, and discomfort due to their floppy ears. Brown Paw

7. MOBILITY AND JOINT ISSUES

"Stiffness, limping, arthritis."

Stiffness, pain, limping, swelling, joint instability, muscle weakness, difficulty
walking, arthritis, hip dysplasia, and reduced mobility due to their small frame. Brown Paw

8. BEHAVIORAL CHANGES

"Anxiety, aggression, restlessness."

Anxiety, aggression, excessive barking, clinginess, restlessness, lethargy,
mood swings, disobedience, fearfulness, and sudden temperament shifts
due to stress, health issues or environmental changes. Brown Paw

9. DENTAL AND MOUTH PROBLEMS

"Tooth decay, infections, pain."

Tooth decay, gum disease, bad breath, plaque buildup, tartar, tooth loss,
infections, mouth pain, difficulty eating, and overcrowded teeth due to their small jaws. Brown Paw