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Consider the Tibetan Spaniel to be half dog, half cat. They’re smart and affectionate like a dog, while having the independence and self-grooming skills of a cat. With a love for their families and showing off in the spotlight, these pups will be your proud, playful companion. Full-grown, they typically weigh 9-15 pounds and stand 10-10 inches tall.

Tibetan Spaniels are generally excellent with children of all ages. Tibetan Spaniels are people-loving pups that get along with kids and other animals, particularly dogs. They may need training and socialization to teach them right from wrong, but once they know the drill, they should be well-behaved members of the family. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

Tibetan Spaniels are fairly active dogs, but they don’t need tons of exercise to be happy. They enjoy a few walks each day, but with such short legs, they don’t make the best running buddies. These dogs also love playing sports and showing off. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

The Tibetan Spaniel has a double coat of long, silky hair that’s usually golden in color. Even though they have long hair, these dogs are easy to groom. They don’t need trimming or professional grooming; a thorough brushing at home each week will keep their fur in good shape. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Tibetan Spaniels are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. Tibetan Spaniels crave companionship, so they should primarily live indoors with people that are comfortable giving them plenty of love and attention. They are moderately trainable with consistent effort.

The Shih Tzu is small, popular, and friendly, so what more could you ask for in a companion dog? Their intelligence and loyalty, along with their independence, will have you cuddling up with this bunch of cheerfulness in no time. Full-grown, they typically weigh 9-16 pounds and stand 9-11 inches tall.

Shih Tzus are generally excellent with children of all ages. Shih Tzus are indoor dogs who get along with other pets very well and love to cuddle in your lap, making them great family companions. You would never want to limit these small dogs to just the outdoors. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

Shih Tzu need short, daily walk but should also occasionally be exercised indoors. They do not adapt to hot weather very well, so they must be a primarily indoor dog. Care must be taken not to over or under exercise them as well. Overall, their exercise needs are moderate.

Shih Tzus' long coat is somewhat high maintenance and requires everyday brushing to prevent tangles. These dogs should be taken to a professional groomer every couple of months. They are usually easier to maintain when their coats are clipped short, but you can't argue that those who have the long, dreamy coats are dramatic and eye catching. Grooming-wise, this breed is fairly high-maintenance. Shih Tzus are considered hypoallergenic, which can be a plus for allergy sufferers.

Shih Tzus are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. Since they are small, this breed can adapt to apartment living or a big house. Shih Tzus are indoor dogs who get along with other pets very well and love to cuddle in your lap, making them great family companions. They are fairly easy to train.