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Shih-tzu's(pronounced sheed .zoo) are a very old breed that originated in Tibet but became mostly bred in China, appearing in very old art work dating back to the seventh century, they were known as the Lion Dog. They were imported by Miss Hutchins and General & Mrs Brownrigg during the early 1930's and a breed club, The Shih-tzu Club was formed and by the end of the thirties the breed was established with 183 registered dogs in the U.K. In 1940 they were granted their own register and became eligible for championship status. The breed has gone from strength to strength and now according to the most recent registration figures is one of the most popular dogs in the utility breed group today..... read more
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