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Sweet little Kobi has had a tough life. He was found wandering the streets with his buddy. Well, actually, he was found shortly after his buddy was was hit by a car. And THAT is why you don't let your dogs out unattended. What a mess Kobi was when he came to us. He had hair loss over more than 50% of his body. Poor baby. Whether due to fleas or nutrition, we're getting that straightened out. All he needs is a loving home that can see all that he can be. Or maybe I should post him as a Chinese Crested Hairless....

Are you unfamiliar with the Shih Tzu breed? Pronounced SHEET-sue, they are known as alert, spunky, happy and hardy. They are bred with an underbite which gives them a constant "smile." Traditionally, their coat is kept long, with ears blending into the body, distinct mustache, and a top knot secured with a bow. However, in our Florida climate, many are clipped short to relieve them of the heat. An alert watch dog, Shih Tzus like to bark but are usually quiet in the house. Originally from China, they were a favorite of the Imperial Chinese court and so revered that for many years after the Chinese began trading with the West, they refused to sell, or even give away, any of the little dogs. It was not until 1930 that the first pair was imported to England. The life expectancy of Shih Tzus in 16 years.