I had a shih tzu for nine years, but she died of a blood disease in June. She was a great dog. The only bad thing was that she was extremely afraid of storms. I used to have to sleep in the bath tub with her so calm her down, but I didn't mind. I miss her. If other shih tzus are anything like my Angie was, then they are a wonderful breed. This picture was taken in May I think.