Somewhere out there, Mother Nature is laughing at us, because she gave one little Shih-Tzu puppy a bark that sounds less like a canine warning and more like a squeaky dog toy trapped inside a furball.

Some dogs are all bark and no bite, as they say. They also say that barking dogs never bite. And while we do not know if these old sayings are entirely true, we do know that there is a kernel of truth ...

On Jan. 6, we marked an anniversary. Two years with Cookie, a dog to adore. From Day One, this little guy blended right into our family. Heck, it seems like he always has been here, parked in front of ...

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Shih Tzu—meaning “lion” or “little lion”—is a toy breed beloved for their lap dog tendencies and fun-loving personalities. The playful pups are excellent family dogs, but pet parents must be devoted ...

As any shih-tzu paw parent knows, the dog breed is incredibly dramatic. Demanding, sweet and endlessly loyal, there really is no love like the love of a shih-tzu. Of course, some of the melodrama shih ...

CHINO HILLS >> The annual Bark for Life had pets and their owners raising awareness for a good cause: The American Cancer Society. Four-legged friends and their owners participated the non-competitive ...

This is the ultimutt list for apartment renters. Florida dog trainer Garret Wing says pugs, Cavalier King Charles spaniels and Shih Tzus are ideal for small-space living. “The reason we are suggesting ...