Mary Allen
The Shih Tzu is originally from Tibet, where it was prized for its lion-like appearance. Hence the name, because “Shih Tzu” means “lion” or “lion dog”. But he was not only valued for his looks but also served as a reliable guard dog for the temples due to his very fine hearing. In China, the Shih Tzu was kept in the royal palaces and after the founding of the Chinese Republic, the first specimens made their way to western countries, where they were recognized as a separate breed in 1934.
Below you will find the 10 best Shih Tzu dog tattoos:
