Toy Poodle
VS
Shih Tzu
Toy Poodle vs Shih Tzu
Compare Toy Poodle 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
Toy Poodle
Shih Tzu
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
24 – 27 cm
23 – 27 cm
Weight
2 – 4 kg
5 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
10 – 16 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
2/5
Intelligence
5/5
2/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
5/5
4/5
Shedding
1/5
2/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
1/5
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Characteristics
Toy Poodle
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Tiny
Shih Tzu
Great with kids
Easy to train
Small
Summary
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.
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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