Shih Tzu appearance

Appearance

Build:
Small and sturdy with body slightly longer than height at withers
Height:
Up to 11 inches (28cm.)
Coat:
Abundant thick double coat of long hair lined with a woolly undercoat
Head:
Rounded, with short hairy muzzle and definite stop
Teeth:
sharp (depending on care)
Eyes:
Large, round and wide-set, usually dark
Ears:
Pendent
Tail:
Heavily plumed, curled over back
Limbs:
Short, muscular, straight
Feet:
Rounded, firm and well padded
Life span:
15 years (regular) to 18 (good care)
Litter size:
3-4 On the average scale
Dewclaw removal and tail docking:
2-4 days after birth

Credit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shih_Tzu