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Ok, I admit it - this is the world's worst picture. But if you squint real hard you can kinda make out Carmello. Hey, it's not my fault! He was so excited to have his picture taken he just wouldn't sit still. So a blurry picture is better than no picture (maybe not in this case, but I work with what I get....)
Carmello is a pure bred Shih Tzu, adopted from a premier puppy store in our area. Unfortunately, no one new the little boy would be severely allergic to him! Well, this family knows that Judy will screen adopters well to ensure their puppy goes to a wonderful home - we appreciate their trust and support. Carmello is very loving, getting along with not only dogs but cats as well. So if this is the fellow you've been searching for, let us know!

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.