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Shiranian
Complete Breed Guide

"Friendly little guy"

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Quick Facts About Shiranians

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Breed Group:
Toy
Weight
Adult Weight:
4–15 lbs
Height
Adult Height:
7–12"
Hypoallergenic
Hypoallergenic:
No
Shiranian Average Price
$671

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Overview

The Shiranian is a cross between a Shih Tzu and a Pomeranian.

Temperament and Behavior

The Shiranian breed is intelligent, lovable, very affectionate and loyal, sociable, outgoing, cheerful, eager to learn, and energetic.

Coat & Grooming

Has a thick double coat that will grow very long. Will go thru stages from puppyhood to adulthood. It is mostly straight, but can have a slight curl in some dogs. Coat variations include solid and parti colors in black, red, orange, chocolate, sable, gold, brindle, and various colors of merle.

Lifestyle & Living Conditions

This breed gets along well with other dogs and enjoys children.

Exercise & Activity

Short walks and frequent play sessions are enough to keep the Shiranian a happy dog.

Characteristics at-a-glance

Ratings are on a scale of 1–10, based on breed standards and typical temperament.

Affection
Playfulness
Trainability
Intelligence
Exercise Needs
Grooming
Good w/ Kids
Good w/ Dogs
Good w/ Cats
Watchdog
Barking Level
Space Needs
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Shiranian FAQs

Common questions about the Shiranian breed, answered by our editorial team.

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