The Shih Tzu has a double coat that is long; therefore, grooming is very important. It is easy to become completely overwhelmed if you what to do with all the hair your dog has. Every owner of the Shih Tzu has to deal with the grooming aspect. There are three styles of grooming choices you can choose from, the teddy bear clip, the puppy clip, or the show cut. Regardless of which you choose having your dog’s hair under control will certainly make you happy. If you do not keep your Shih Tzu groomed, their hair will quickly tangle and matt.

First, the puppy clip, which is also called the summer clip is the most popular cut for the Shih Tzu. The reason it is so popular is that owners do not have to deal with so much hair. The clip consists of taking the hair to 1 to 2 inches all over, but it does not involve cutting it all off, doing so can cause irritations of the skin. The puppy clip will reduce the amount of hair the Shih Tzu has, you need to brush him or her daily so that it does not tangle.

The teddy bear clip is the second most popular cut for the Shih Tzu. This is often used with any length of hair. This is a very appealing cut that many prefer because this cut only Shih Tzus head. The teddy bear clip entails trimming the hair on the face and around it as well as on the dog’s head to make it as long as the body or shorter. It gives a cuter looking face since the idea is to give it a “teddy bear” look, which makes them look cuddly.

The last style of Shih Tzu is the show cut, which is the classic clip. This is for those that like the long flowing hair that the breed is famous for. The show clip means the hair flows long and fluid and then has the infamous top knot that is tied to the top of the head. This is the highest maintenance style because you have to brush the dog every day thoroughly to prevent mats. It takes a great deal of work and if you do not have the time, then this style is not for you. If you don’t have the time, then the shorter hair clips are a better choice for you.

There are many Shih Tzu styles of grooming to choose from and surely one that will fit your needs. If you are short on time, then the short clips work best. If you have more time to brush and comb, then the long and flowing style is definitely for you. Regardless of the style, you have to brush your Shih Tzu daily.