Shih Tzu
VS
Toy Poodle
Shih Tzu vs Toy Poodle
Compare Shih Tzu and Toy Poodle 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
Shih Tzu
Toy Poodle
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
23 – 27 cm
24 – 27 cm
Weight
5 – 8 kg
2 – 4 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 16 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
2/5
4/5
Intelligence
2/5
5/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
5/5
Shedding
2/5
1/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
1/5
2/5
Sponsored Ad
Characteristics
Shih Tzu
Great with kids
Easy to train
Small
Toy Poodle
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Tiny
Summary
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.
About Toy Poodle
Toy Poodles are the smallest Poodles, square and elegant with dense, curly, low‑shedding coats needing regular grooming. Lively, sensitive and highly trainable, they form close bonds, suit active indoor lifestyles, and, with good care, often live 14–16 years or more.
Similar breeds
View more
