Shi-Pom
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DBR
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Pom-Shih Tzu, Shipom, Shihpom, Shih-Pom |
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| Mispellings: |
Pomshitzu |
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Living with a Shi-Pom
Family Dog: The Shi-Pom can be a bit of a nippy dog and may not be good for small children. Otherwise they are playful, energetic and a bit of a comedian.
Shedding: The Shi-Pom is considered a low shedding dog.
Grooming: The Shi-Pom requires a good brushing every once in a while. They require more brushing as a puppy and when they shed the puppy coat.
Behavior: The Shi-Pom is a very playful, energetic little dog. They are very sweet, affectionate, playful dogs who love to cuddle. They also tend to be protective of their owners.
Barking: The Shi-Pom can be a yappy little dog that would make a good guard dog. They tend to bark at intruders or sometimes guests. They like to bark at anything unusual.
Exercise: A good romp and a bit of play around the house is fine, but a good long walk or run will let off a lot of energy.
Shi-Pom Appearance
Size: A fully grown Shi-Pom weighs around 15 pounds and stands about 15 inches tall at the shoulders.
Companionship: The Shi-Pom is a very loyal, loving dog who does not like to be left alone. They love to travel with you. They are playful, but can be a bit on the nippy side.
Nose: The Shi-Pom's nose can be spotted as a puppy but later turns black.
Eyes: The eyes of the Shi-Pom are dark and almond in shape.
Ears: The ears of the Shi-Pom stand erect.
Muzzle: The Shi-Pom has a small and narrow muzzle.
Neck: The neck of the Shi-Pom is long and thick.
Gait: The Shi-Pom has an almost regal and arrogant, quick paced gait with a very fox-like appearance.
Feet: The feet of the Shi-Pom are small in size.
Tail: The tail of the Shi-Pom can be short, fluffy and curl over the back.
Color: The coat of the Shi-Pom can vary. Some of the colorations include white and red, patched red, Sesame, Cream, White, Tan and Black Agouti.
Coat: The Shi-Pom's puppy coat is thick and cottony. However, that will shed and reveal a soft, thick coat that is very plush, with a more rough line of fur down the spine.
Shi-Pom Facts
Life Expectancy: The average life expectancy of the Shi-Pom is 15 years.
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