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Also known as a Shih-Pom, Shih A Pom or a Pom-Tzu.
The coat and color the Shiranian will vary depending on exactly which one of the parents the dog favors more. In most cases, the dog will have a tendency to favor one parent more than the other.
The Shiranian has a double coat that is long and flowing, much like the Shih-Tzu. This coat will grow quite long like both of its ancestors. For the most part, the coat of the dog will be straight, but in some cases the coat may also have a slight curl. The different color variations that may appear in this breed include solid as well as multi-colors, including red, black, chocolate, orange, gold, sable and brindle. There are also merle variations as well.
The Shiranian may be a first generation or a second generation dog. First generation refers to a dog that was bred from parents that were both purebred, in this case a purebred Pomeranian and a purebred Shih-Tzu. A second generation dog is one that is bred from parents that are both Shiranians.
The Shiranian is a hybrid or a crossbreed between a Shih-Tzu and a Pomeranian. This type of crossbred dog is often referred to as a designer breed dog and is one that has grown increasingly popular in the last few years. As a hybrid dog, the Shiranian is not one that can usually be registered with purebred organizations, although there are now many hybrid organizations that have opened to recognize such designer bred dogs. This breed is also sometimes referred to as a Shihpom.
The Shiranian is known for being very intelligent and will catch on quickly to commands, especially when provided with training while it is still a puppy. This is also an affectionate and loving dog that is sociable and requires human companionship in order to be happy and well-adjusted. Shiranians are known for being outgoing and as a result they are often not considered to be a good watchdog due to the fact that they may not be wary around strangers. This dog is typically eager to learn and will handle training quite well. The Shiranian is also energetic and will need to be provided with ample opportunity to play and exercise. Although loving, it should be remembered that the Shiranian can sometimes have somewhat of a stubborn streak. The Shiranian tends to get along well with other animals, especially those that it has been raised with.
For the most part, this is not a breed that has a lot of health problems, although like most dogs this breed may have a tendency to experience hip dysplasia. Prospective owners that are concerned about this problem should investigate the dog’s parentage to determine whether this may be a problem and how severe it may be. Smaller size Shiranians may not do well in families with small children who may play too roughly with them because their size can put them at a disadvantage.
The Shiranian originated in the United States, where designer or hybrid breed dogs are becoming extremely popular. Like many hybrid dogs, the Shiranian was bred to produce the best features of both parent breeds, which in this case is the Shih-Tzu and the Pomeranian. This dog remains popular as a family and companion dog due to its loving and affectionate nature
This is a dog that is considered to be somewhat high maintenance due to the fact that its coat will need to be brushed daily. When needed, the dog will need to be bathed to remove dirt from its coat. Depending on the owner’s personal wishes, grooming may need to be performed on a regular basis as well. If the owner intends to keep the dog with a long coat, this may not be required as often as when the owner intends to keep the dog groomed similar in a style to a Shih-Tzu.
The best environment for a Shiranian will be one in which it can live indoors and play on occasion outdoors. This is not a dog that does well when left alone for long periods of time or when left outdoors, due to its silky coat. This is a dog that requires human companionship and will do best in a home where it can play and exercise on a daily basis. Exercise should be provided in the form of a short daily walk. Due to their small size, the Shiranian is typically not able to withstand long walks. Training should be provided at an early age to help this dog live up to its full potential. Training is usually quite easy with this dog, although owners should keep in mind that they will need to be persistent in order to see the best results from the Shiranian.
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Try puttings some sort of flea treatment on the dog such as frontline or advantage. Within a day all of the fleas will have died and fallen off the dog. It's amazing!
In Pops case VERY EASY! they are so eager to please that praise is highly acceptable to them!! and treats they will do a mid air spin and dive off a board for you LOL! I also have 2 tzus and by far the shiranian is the easiest to train, they learn so QUICK I was amazed and I used to train sheepdogs!
so yes the answer with them is YES BUT ROUTINE WORKS REALLY WELL!
I have a Shiranian called Belle, she is 10 months old. I walk her for about an hour each day where she loves to run at great speed chasing birds and at weekends runs with my son. I walk her through woodland and golf courses. She carries a pine cone in her mouth during the whole walk. I know she feels cheated if she is unable to have a long walk each day. She then has a sleep when she gets home for about an hour, then she is fully alert again wanting to play.
Kind regards
Pat
I just received my puppy a few days ago for a present from my boyfriend. She's about 9weeks right now. Shedding doesn't seem to be a problem at all, I've worn black items the entire time I've had her and yet to have find even a single hair left behind though keep in mind all dogs are different. she's also hypoallergenic so allergies won't be a problem. Personally I have fairly bad allergies and so far everything has been good. She doesn't bark very much, I've maybe barked four or five times that I've heard, but mostly she just seems to whine when upset or left alone. Over all this breed seems to be a fairly manageable type.
they will most likely shed. One set of parents shed and the other doesnt so how much it will shed will depend on how much it takes from each parent. My shiranian has more of a pom coat and shitzu face ears so it sheds quite abit but is managable with brushing
yes i have 2. They follow commands and train well. It does take time, persistence and routine b/c they can be very stubborn. after the 1st year they behave very well to how they are trained. Also, take responsibility for your actions as an owner. If you take it out for bathroom time every 3-4 hrs they will wait for that time. If you forget and wait 6hrs then it's your fault, not theirs.
Dahlia is the goofball out of the bunch! We have 4 first generation shiranians and occasionally have second generation puppies. Dahlia is always happy go lucky!
Age :
3
Name:
Cooper
Color:
Red and White
Description:
Cooper is the sweetest prettiest boy ever! My shiranians do not shed and their hair never knots up which is so great!
Age :
3
Name:
Dahlia
Color:
Merle
Description:
Dahlia is the goofball out of the bunch! We have 4 first generation shiranians and occasionally have second generation puppies. Dahlia is always happy go lucky!
Age :
3
Name:
Dahlia
Color:
Merle
Description:
Dahlia is the goofball out of the bunch! We have 4 first generation Shiranians and occasionally have second generation puppies. Dahlia is always happy go lucky!
Age :
3yrs 4mos
Name:
Oshi
Color:
Tan/black/white
Description:
Shin tzu-Pomeranian mix.
Age :
3yrs 4mos
Name:
Oshi
Color:
Tan/black/white
Description:
Male with a colorful face.
Age :
3yrs 4mos
Name:
Oshi
Color:
Tan/black/white
Description:
Male Shiranian. Exceptional, symetrical face
Age :
4 years
Name:
Kaneesa
Color:
Black and White
Description:
Kaneesa is a 4 year old, first generation Shiranian.
Age :
3
Name:
Tinkerbell
Color:
tan
Description:
Tinkerbell relaxing
Age :
3
Name:
Tinkerbell
Color:
tan
Description:
Tinkerbell on the lure course
Age :
3
Name:
Tinkerbell
Color:
tan
Description:
Tinkerbell the retriever
Age :
3
Name:
Tinkerbell
Color:
tan
Description:
Playful, smart, and FAST! Tinkerbell loves adventure, catching the frisbee, and meeting new people and dogs. 7lbs.
Age :
13 Weeks
Name:
Gizmo
Color:
Black
Description:
Gizmo is an adorable young puppy who loves companionship and playing outdoors! He's very friendly to new people, gentle with children, and quite intelligent. He easily understands commands and names of his toys and treats. He has never eliminated indoors, but his bladder training has been somewhat of a challenge. He sometimes has accidents despite frequent trips outside; but it seems he is aware of them when I discover them. I love him so much, and it's clear the feeling is quite mutual!
Age :
13 Weeks
Name:
Gizmo
Color:
Black
Description:
Gizmo is an adorable young puppy who loves companionship and playing outdoors! He's very friendly to new people, gentle with children, and quite intelligent. He easily understands commands and names of his toys and treats. He has never eliminated indoors, but his bladder training has been somewhat of a challenge. He sometimes has accidents
accidents despite frequent trips outside; but it seems he is aware of them when I discover them. I love him so much, and it's clear the feeling is quite mutual!
Age :
5
Name:
Bella
Color:
Golden
Description:
My shiranian is 5 years old, mom is "imperial" shih zu and dad is Pom. She is a little fur ball of love! She's about 7 lbs. Very sweet, she has been a great foster mommy to cats and dogs.
Age :
11 weeks
Name:
Nova
Color:
black with some white patches
Description:
Nova is a wonderful puppy who loves kids and other dogs it is important to teach your children proper behaviour around any dog but particularly small dogs and when puppy is playing with kids to monitor and correct and nipping or ruff play (my kids are 2&5yrs).
Nova needs daily brushing and the hair around his private to be short to avoid poop crusty's and a wet weener i also keep the hair around his eyes short to avoid eye irritation.
Personality wise at first he was shy and slept alto but now he's confident and loves to explore i have introduce him to other dogs of all sizes to avoid any fears people seem to me amazed that he keeps up even with he older big dogs
Nova weigh's just under a pound and stands 8inches head to tail he's 13inches he seems to look more like a pomaranian than shih Tzu but its been my experience that as they grow they look more ship Tzu
Hope this all helps sorry for the grammar and scattered text i typed this out on a tiny cell lol
Age :
10weeks
Name:
nova
Color:
black and white
Description:
Cute bundle of fluff and sass he thinks he's a rottie lol
Age :
5
Name:
Bella
Color:
Blonde
Description:
Bella with our rescue/ foster puppy
Age :
5
Name:
Bella
Color:
Blonde
Description:
Shiranian, first generation.
Age :
4
Name:
Virginia
Color:
blonde
Description:
Loving girl that I adopted and nursed to be a special part of my family.
Age :
6 mo.
Name:
Bandit
Color:
white, black & gray
Description:
My good little guy. Shiranian puppy, full of love and life. He's always eager to please, and smart as a whip. I just love this little guy.
Age :
8 months
Name:
Brownie
Color:
off white with brown
Description:
Brownie is a shiranian dog mix between Shihtzu & Pomeranian
Age :
8 months
Name:
Brownie
Color:
off white with brown
Description:
Brownie is a shiranian dog mix between Shihtzu & Pomeranian
Age :
2
Name:
Wendy
Color:
black
Description:
Wendy is a beautiful 2 year old black shiranian. We love every moment with her!!
Age :
2
Name:
Wendy
Color:
black
Description:
Wendy has long black hair, very playful and loving, weighs around 7 lbs.
Age :
3 weeks
Name:
Casper
Color:
white
Description:
He's very small but very aggresive!
Age :
11 months
Name:
Benji
Color:
Gold
Description:
Here I am again !
Age :
11 months
Name:
Benji
Color:
Gold
Description:
This is the first small dog I have owned I always had German Sheperds and a Samoyed. What a joy he is an what a little demon he is when he chews shoes and paper. I love him to bits
Age :
8
Name:
Max
Color:
Black
Description:
He loves to be spoiled and sleep!
Age :
2 years
Name:
Pixie
Color:
Golden brown
Description:
This is my baby pixie !! She's so lovely and so spoilt. She's spoilt rotten by everyone that knows her.
Age :
4 months
Name:
Cleo
Color:
White
Description:
4 month old female
Age :
2yrs and 1yr
Name:
Beaux Jangles and Sunnie Delight
Color:
black/white and cream
Description:
I know there's a treat in here somewhere.
Age :
2yrs and 1yr
Name:
Beaux Jangles and Sunnie Delight
Color:
black/white and cream
Description:
First one inside gets a treat!
Age :
2yrs and 1yr
Name:
Beaux Jangles and Sunnie Delight
Color:
black/white and cream
Description:
Playing with Momma.
Age :
2yrs and 1yr
Name:
Beaux Jangles and Sunnie Delight
Color:
black/white and cream
Description:
Always looking cute. Brother and Sister.
Age :
2yrs and 1yr
Name:
Beaus Jangles and Sunnie Delight
Color:
black/white and cream
Description:
Posing for Daddy
Age :
6 months
Name:
Luna 6 months
Color:
black and white
Description:
Luna
Age :
6 months
Name:
Luna 6 months
Color:
black and white
Description:
Luna also loves the birds 6 months
Age :
6 months
Name:
Luna
Color:
black and white
Description:
Luna at 8 weeks old
Age :
6 months
Name:
Luna
Color:
black and white
Description:
Luna is a first generation Shiranian her mother is a pom and father is shih tzu. She takes after her father. She weighs 10 lbs. I will send a pic of her before her first hair cut 6 mo. and after 6 mo. She is intelligent, loves to play with other dogs, hardly ever barks, her best friend is Bailey, our cat. She enjoys long walks, and playing games. Loves to learn new tricks. Lovable, a joy to have around.
Age :
6months
Name:
Smokey
Color:
mixed
Description:
This is smokey he is a 6month old shiranian and is so playful. In points it mentions they do not like to be left alone for long periods. I dont know about you but I have to work and Smokey is fine being left alone. He stays in our utility room with his bed, toys fresh water chew sticks etc to keep his busy and he is fine. Some mornings he does bark when you want a lie in. He is a good we guard dog for us we have him trained when a car comes in the drive he barks and if the door knocks he barks. very friendly we thing and loves playing with other dogs
Age :
2
Name:
Daisy kins
Color:
black and white
Description:
So attention seeking, loves a cuddle, loves being with humans, trained very well, sleeps throughout the whole night, likes a walk, likes being dressed up!
Age :
5 mos
Name:
Sunnie Delight
Color:
Blond
Description:
Sunnie Delight 5 mo Shiranian puppy sitting with big brother Beaux Jangles 18 mo Shiranian puppy. They have the same parents a full breed Shit Zhu mom and a full breed Pomeranian dad, 13 mos apart. Good breeding makes beautifiul offspring. Thanks to a wonderful breeder.
Age :
5 mos
Name:
Sunnie Delight
Color:
Blond
Description:
Sunnie is a sweet little girl, posing for Daddy.
Age :
18 mos
Name:
Beaux Jangles
Color:
black and white
Description:
Beaux loves Xmas, he gets lots of presents.
Age :
18 mos
Name:
Beaux Jangles
Color:
black and white
Description:
A beautiful boy, very spoiled but loving. A true lap dog who doesn't know he's 15 lbs.
Age :
18 months
Name:
Beaux Jangles
Color:
black and white
Description:
Posing and looking beautiful as always and he knows it.
Age :
4
Name:
Mr. Smuffleupagus
Color:
cream, brown,white
Description:
Mr. Smuffleupagus almost at rest.
Age :
4
Name:
Mr. Smuffalupagus
Color:
cream, brown,white
Description:
Smuff just waking up from an afternoon nap.
Age :
2yr.
Name:
Ziggy
Color:
multi
Description:
Ziggy is the best dog I know!He is the first thing my 8yr.old son and 5yr old daughter run to see when they first come home from school. He loves to cuddle and loves to play fetch with his squeaky ball till no end! He is a womderful little dog who has been offered to be bought and the answer is no. In a matter of fact we are adding another shiranian to our family! Ziggy is the funniest dog I know and he loves the water! I would defitely recommend these to anyone!
Age :
12 weeks
Name:
Ku'u lei
Color:
brindle
Description:
She is a great dog that learns really quickly. In just 3 weeks, she knows how to sit, lay down, and roll over. I have two kids, and she's great with them.
Age :
1 yr
Name:
Takisha
Color:
black/white
Description:
Takisha only weighs in at almost 4 lbs. She is a joy to have. She potty trained so easily, learned her name so quickly and is very smart. She was given to me for my birthday when she was six weeks old. She hates to be alone! Instead of running in the grass, she hops like a bunny rabbit and flips herself over...too funny! She is such a blessing!!!
Age :
3 1/2 months
Name:
Chico
Color:
Black with white bib and white back feety
Description:
Chico is a very clever, but cheeky dog, he was born September 11th 2010.
He is learning quite fast in some areas but a bit slower in other areas.
When he gets older, I would like to offer him up for stud.
Age :
3 weeks
Name:
Pippa
Color:
sable
Description:
Adventurous, inquisitive and absolutely adorable!!
Age :
4 yrs
Name:
Tiqi
Color:
tan
Description:
Tiqi is a female born in March of 2006.
Age :
4 months
Name:
OSO
Color:
white/black/gray
Description:
My shiranian is a great dog. He is so smart and sweet. I couldnt have gotten a better doggy! =)
Age :
1
Name:
Kiwi
Color:
Mainly white and Hazel on ears and parts of his body
Description:
Kiwi is a very loving dog and gets along with everyone execept small children because he gets scare of their rough-type of play. He does take time to get along with other dogs, but when he spents more than an hour seeing the same dog, he does just fine. However, he does play a little rough with other dogs, which will tend to scare some, but I do believe this all depends of how the other dog approaches him. He is brushed daily, and beath once a week. When I miss a day, his hair will get very tangled, so brush daily, it will be easier for the owner as well as the dog. Brushing was challenging at first, he use to bite. However, Igot him to get use to it by talking to him while brushing, in a soft voice telling him what a good boy he is, and you could see that he loved it! Every now and then, I will give him a small treet, while brushing. As the description says, my dog does have a temper sometimes, which moslty occurs if he does not get his way, but this does not last more than 2 min. He loves to play, since he will tell me when he wants to go outside, by taking a toy up to the front dooor. He did very well when potty trained, although I did not put as much persistence as I had too. He does tell me when he feels like going outside, or he goes on the paper inside. However, the funny thing, is that he rinkles the paper and then goes on it , making a little mess on the floor. But hey! nobody is perfect, he loves to feel his area clean so I think this is why he does it. So I cheer him, when he goes on the paper, however, when going for #2 he does need to go outside, or he will go anywhere in the house. I hoped this informaiton helped, and as long as you do not have small kids, this dog is very loving and always asks for your attention and afection. They certainly do not do well when being alone for a large period of time, since I've noticed that everytime I leave him at the vet and then coming back to get him, after being away for a long time. He would act mad, by not wantint to be near me, but this will only last for about 2 min. When this happens I leave him alone and wait for him to come to me, it's the best way! Remeber that they LOVE to be cheered, for every good thing they do! even if it's just when they are playing fetch!..PS: forgive my writting! Other information: He is one year old and weights 12 pounds, which is a healthy weight for his size and I'm not sure of his size, but his body is very long and he is kindof short.
This dogs will show you love like anything else, they devote themselves to you.
Age :
7
Name:
Boo
Color:
tan
Description:
Sweet, friend, and loves treats.
Age :
7
Name:
Boo
Color:
tan
Description:
Sweet, friend, and loves treats.
Age :
7 months
Name:
Queen Isabella Cinderella Ella
Color:
white
Description:
White with apricot ears and apricot markings on back
Age :
11 months
Name:
POP!
Color:
sable
Description:
awwwww
Age :
11 months
Name:
POP!
Color:
sable
Description:
just too cute for words! when he was 14 weeks old
Age :
11 months
Name:
POP!
Color:
sable
Description:
Sitting pretty waiting for his treat, love him to bits!
Age :
1yr
Name:
Snuggle Bug
Color:
white
Description:
I have a first generation Siranian and she is beautiful, loving and the best doggie in the world. Her Birthday was 2/27/2010 and she dressed up in her Tu-Tu for her day and captured the hearts of all who came in contact with her........She is a cuddly snuggly bug.
She does have a little stubborn streak once in awhile but persistance has paid off. She is learning commands and is well on her way to being potty trained. I got her week before Christmas when she was 10mo old and she had not been trained much by previous owner. Jackie
Age :
1 yr
Name:
"Colby"
Color:
White/Yellow mixture
Description:
A real treasure. At first, I was skeptical of my girlfriend's decision to purchase "Colby", but have since grown very fond of him. I feel this is a great all around breed. We have recently put Colby to the test with small children, and he past with flying colors, the baby and him got along very well. Having previously owned larger dogs, I wasn't sure how I felt being the proud new owner of a "Designer Breed", but I now I can say that I highly reccomend seeing a puppy in person. We love ours, and you will too!
Age :
9 weeks
Name:
poppy
Color:
fawn
Description:
baby girl
Age :
9 weeks
Name:
poppy
Color:
fawn
Description:
ma wee baby girl love her
Age :
2 years
Name:
Stewart Aka Stu
Color:
White Black Spots
Description:
He looks cute now.
Age :
11 months
Name:
Eldon
Color:
Red-Blonde
Description:
When I brought Eldon home at 8weeks he was solid black with red undertones. With age he has progressively become lighter; Eldon is now red-ish with blonde undertones.
Age :
3.5 months
Name:
Ginger
Color:
White and Gold
Description:
Very loving, playful and affectionate. Likes all people, great with kids and even our 2 year old long tailed manx cat. Doesn't like to be alone has to be part of everything.....a lil sweetheart!!
Age :
8 months
Name:
bella
Color:
gold and white
Description:
three lbs, and such a lovely baby:)
Age :
8 months
Name:
bella
Color:
gold and white
Description:
this is a shih tzu pom cross. she is a shiranian and the light of my eyes ! very affectionate and loves babies. she is not scared of anything.
Age :
3yrs
Name:
priquita
Color:
white brownish ear
Description:
My baby girl; she resently had five puppies.
Age :
10 months
Name:
Reese
Color:
white
Description:
Reese is a great dog. She has a very funny cute personality. And she's spoiled to death. She's very playful and does have some of them stubborn streaks the website was talking about. She adapts to different places quickly. I love her to death. She's also very friendly and has the tendendacy to jump on people when we're going for a walk. I'm working on that though.
