Schillerstövare
VS
Shih Tzu
Schillerstövare vs Shih Tzu
Compare Schillerstövare 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
Schillerstövare
Shih Tzu
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
49 – 61 cm
23 – 27 cm
Weight
18 – 25 kg
5 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 14 years
10 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
2/5
Intelligence
3/5
2/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
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Characteristics
Schillerstövare
Great with kids
High energy
Medium
Shih Tzu
Great with kids
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About Schillerstövare
The Schillerstövare is a Swedish black‑and‑tan scenthound, medium‑large, athletic and rectangular in build. Bred to hunt fox and hare, it is independent, energetic and vocal outdoors but calm and affectionate at home. It needs plenty of exercise, training and mental stimulation.
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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