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Title
Smiling Shih Tzu Dog
Artist
Catherine Sherman
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
"Smiling Shih Tzu Dog" by Catherine Sherman.
A happy shih tzu dog greets visitors with a big doggy smile.
The name comes from the Chinese language word for "lion dog" because this kind of dog was bred to resemble "the lion as depicted in traditional oriental art,"
A shih tzu, also known as the Chrysanthemum Dog, is a toy dog breed weighing 5 to 7.25 kilograms (11.0 to 16.0 lb) with long silky hair. The breed is thought to have originated in Tibet and then been developed in China. DNA analysis placed the ancestors of today's shih tzu breed in the group of ancient breeds indicating close genetic relationship to wolves. They are known as smart dogs who do not shed their fur.
The dogs were favorites of the Chinese royals and so prized that, for years, the Chinese refused to sell, trade, or give any away. The first dogs of the breed were imported into Europe (England and Norway) in 1930 and were classified by the Kennel Club as "Apsos". The first European standard for the breed was written in England in 1935 by the Shih Tzu Club, and the dogs were recategorized as Shih Tzu.
The breed spread throughout Europe, and was brought to the United States after World War II, when returning members of the U.S. military brought back dogs from Europe, in the mid 1950s. The Shih Tzu was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1969 in the Toy Group.
FIRST PLACE tie "DOGust 1st UNIVERSAL BIRTHDAY Shelter Dogs" contest (07/19/2021)
Featured in "Our 4-Legged Friends" group (09/08/2015); "Waiting Room Art" group (09/22/2015); "Images That Excite You" group (09/24/2015) "The Awww So Cute Factor" group (04/06/2020); "10 Plus" group (01/08/2021); "Amazing Challenges" group (11/14/2022); "Over 5,000 Views" group (02/14/2024)
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September 5th, 2015
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Bensalem, PA - United States
Congratulations your amazing artwork is being featured in Over 5000 Views:-) Please take a moment to add your beautiful art to our archives in the message area and have a wonderful day!
Punta Gorda, FL - United States
Congratulations on your Top Finish in the contest… PUPPY LOVE - PHOTOGRAPHY ONLY! F/L
Punta Gorda, FL - United States
Outstanding Smiling Shih Tzu Dog composition, lighting, shading, color and artwork! F/L voted
Bisbee, AZ - United States
11/15/22 Congratulation's on your Feature! Amazing Challenge's Group - FAA
Punta Gorda, FL - United States
Outstanding Adorable Smiling Shih Tzu Dog composition, lighting, shading, color and artwork! F/L voted
Danville, KY - United States
CONGRATULATIONS on your tied FIRST PLACE WIN in DOGust 1st UNIVERSAL BIRTHDAY Shelter Dog's contest!..YAY!
Bisbee, AZ - United States
7/18/21 Congratulation's! You won in, DOGust 1st UNIVERSAL BIRTHDAY Shelter Dog's!
Olathe, KS - United States
You certainly captured this sweet dog's personality. What an adorable smile...great doggie portrait! l/f
Titusville, FL - United States
Congratulations on being featured in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"
Ngaruawahia, Wa - New Zealand
Love the expression Catherine, featured in "Art for the nursery wall". L/f
Little Rock, AR - United States
So adorable! I love how you have captured this precious little dog! f/l
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