Breed training guide
Shih Tzu
68Overall
Trainability
62
Energy level
35
For beginners
75
Sociability
82
Independence
42
Behavior problems
What Shih Tzus struggle with most.
Most Shih Tzubehavior problems trace back to the breed's original purpose and drive levels. Here's what to look for and why it happens with this breed specifically.
Herding & Ankle Nipping
Rare · Difficulty 4/10
Rare→
Aggression Toward Dogs
Common · Difficulty 6/10
Common→
Crate Training
Very Common · Difficulty 7/10
Very Common→
Destructive Chewing
Common · Difficulty 4/10
Common→
Digging
Occasional · Difficulty 4/10
Occasional→
Excessive Barking
Common · Difficulty 6/10
Common→
Hyperactivity & Impulse Control
Common · Difficulty 5/10
Common→
Jumping on People
Very Common · Difficulty 4/10
Very Common→
Leash Pulling
Common · Difficulty 5/10
Common→
Nipping & Mouthing
Common · Difficulty 4/10
Common→
Potty Training
Very Common · Difficulty 8/10
Very Common→
Reactivity
Common · Difficulty 6/10
Common→
Recall Failures
Common · Difficulty 6/10
Common→
Resource Guarding
Common · Difficulty 5/10
Common→
Separation Anxiety
Very Common · Difficulty 7/10
Very Common→