How to Use shih tzu in a Sentence

shih tzu

noun
  • Might Comet the shih tzu snag the trophy after coming close the last two years?
    — Jennifer Peltz, Chicago Tribune, 1 Feb. 2026
  • For 15 years, Coeli Fortun’s life had been intertwined with that of her beloved shih tzu, Manolo.
    — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2025
  • Wynonna is an American shepherd and shih tzu mix and Showgirl is a chow chow and rottweiler mix.
    — Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Feb. 2026
  • Sadie, a 5-year-old shih tzu that weighs 7 pounds, was seriously injured in a confrontation with a bigger dog while out on a walk.
    — Jack Perry, The Providence Journal, 16 Jan. 2026
  • The shih tzu, used as a bed frame in this scenario, does not flinch or protest, appearing entirely resigned or even content with the arrangement.
    — MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2025
  • One puppy, Wynonna, is an American shepherd and shih tzu mix who had a leg amputated.
    — Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Jan. 2026
  • The King Charles spaniel, shih tzu and Boston terrier had between 25 and 50 percent of dogs at grade zero.
    — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 18 Feb. 2026
  • The seemingly indifferent shih tzu lies motionless beneath the impromptu throne, while a retro synth instrumental soundtrack underscores the awkward timing of the moment.
    — MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2025
  • Breeds include Belgian Malinois, Chihuahua, English bulldog, Labrador retriever, boxer, Maltese, French bulldog, German shepherd, husky, shih tzu and Lhasa apso.
    — Jen Reeder, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2025

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