English Bulldog
VS
Shih Tzu
English Bulldog vs Shih Tzu
Compare English Bulldog and Shih Tzu side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
English Bulldog
Shih Tzu
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
31 – 40 cm
23 – 27 cm
Weight
22 – 25 kg
5 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
8 – 10 years
10 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
2/5
2/5
Intelligence
4/5
2/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
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Characteristics
English Bulldog
Great with kids
Super smart
Medium
Shih Tzu
Great with kids
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About English Bulldog
The English Bulldog is a compact, muscular companion with a broad chest, wrinkled face and short coat. Calm and affectionate, it bonds closely with families, often adores children, and needs gentle, moderate exercise plus careful lifelong management of breathing, skin and joint health.
About Shih Tzu
Small, sturdy companion dog from Tibetan and Chinese palaces, 4.5–8 kg with a long, flowing coat and chrysanthemum-like face. Affectionate, cheerful, and confident, it suits many homes. Needs moderate exercise, intensive grooming, and patient, reward-based training.
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