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Here is a quiz to see how well you know the shih tzu standard!!
1. The shih tzu head is: A. long and narrow
B. square and broad
C. large and massive
D. round and broad
2. The stop of the shih tzu is: A. moderate, but distinct
B. very slight, but perceptable
C. definate stop
D. pronounced
3. The nose may not be: A. blue on blue pigmented dogs
B. black
C. liver on liver pigmented dogs
D. any color
4. The following does not describe the muzzle: A. unwrinkled
B. square
C. tapering to the nose
D. never downturned
5. The following is not described as a serious fault: A. narrow head, close set eyes
B. snippiness
C. prominant
D. mismarked
6. The following does not describe the eyes: A. round and large
B. set well apart
C. prominant
D. looking straight ahead
7. Blue eyes: A. are a fault in all colors
B. are allowed in blue dogs
C. are aloowed in liver dogs
D. only occur in black and whites
8. The ear carriage may be: A. long and drooping
B. set level w/crown of skull
C. level w/outer corner of the eyes
D. set slightly below the crown of the skull
9. The Shih Tzu bite is: A. level
B. level or undershot
C. scissors
D. undershot
10. The expression is: A. eager and full of interest
B. soft, gentle and friendly
C. warm, wide eyed,and trusting
D. watchful and aloof
11.The hallmark is: A. outgoing, friendly temperment
B. intelligence
C. grace and agility
D. long, luxurious coat
12. When judging the Shih Tzu: A. gold/white markings are preferred
B. markings are important
C. white blaze and tail tip required
D. all colors and markings equal
13. The Shih Tzu neck is: A. short and thick
B. balanced w/height and length
C. slightly arched
D. of good length
14. The topline is: A. level, with arch over loins
B. sloping from withers to croup
C. level from withers to croup
D. higher at the croup than withers
15. The Shih Tzu tail is not: A. set high
B. flat
C. heavily plumed
D. carried in a curve over the back
16. In excitment the tail: A. is always carried low
B. is curved well ober the back
C. rises above the level of the back
D. may rise level with the back
17. The shoulders are: A. moderately angulated
B. protrude from the body
C. well angulated, laid back
D. strongly muscled
18. The ribs are: A. barrel-chested
B. well-rounded
C. broad, deep w/good spring up
D. depth to just above elbow
19. The following does not describe the hindquarters: A. very slightly cow hocked
B. well-boned
C. muscular
D. well-angulated
20. The proper Shih Tzu foot is: A. oval in shape
B. a cat foot
C. a hare foot
D. firm and well padded
21. In proportion the Shih tzu is: A. compact and square
B. rectangular
C. leggy
D. low stationed
22. The general appearance is a: A. small dog of great power
B. compact, squarely proportioned
C. sturdy, lively, alert Toy dog
D. gay and assertive
23. Shih Tzu color should be: A. symetrical, w/ white blaze
B. all white
C. gold w/ blk mask favored
D. all colors permissable
24. The following does not describe the coat: A. luxurious single coat
B. slight wave permissable
C. double coated
D. dense, long and flowing
25. The coat should not be: A. shaped and trimmed extensively
B. neat to facilitate movement
C. clean and free of tangles
D. luxurious and flowing
26. The gait should be: A. raced and strung up
B. short and stilted
C. powerful, rhythmical stride
D. smooth, flowing, effortless
27. The Shih Tzu size is: A. under 8 in at the withers
B. height should be 9 to 10 1/2 in
C. over 11 inches
D. disqualified under 8 in or over 11
Well...was it harder than you thought?
For the answers go to the Breed Info page and scroll down!!
I will be taking a survey of how well everybody did, so email me your scores!!!
If you have any funny or heroic stories or pictures to tell about your shih tzus, let me know
I may just post them!!
Here are some fun clothes for sale!!
Different sizes and colors available.
Snuggly Blanket
Price: $14.95
Hoodie w/ back pocket
Price: $19.95
Poncho
Price: $9.95
More to Come !!!
