I live in Miami....how would this be for a 9 lb. Shih Tzu in warmer temps?
639401
For my chihuahuas ok, but. For shih tzu, would be too warm. Great sling though!!
639402
I think it would be to warm and ten pounds is a lot of weight on your shoulder and neck. I think your dog would be to big for this.
1681363
I have a Shih Tzu and the small fits her well. She is around 12 pounds. The medium was far too big for her and had to be returned, but the small is about right with a little extra room in case your Shih Tzu is bigger than ours. I think the smaller size would be too small because her paws are kind of long.
181931
My Chihuahua is 9 lbs. and is comfortable in it. I do not believe a 20 lbs. dog would fit.
245686
We also have an 18 lb Shih Tzu - that is large for Shih Tzus.We think you need the large size - our dog could can barely stand up in it, but generally OK. No complaints from our dog (other than not liking the takeoff noise.)Regarding regulations, it can be tricky. I think it is larger than normally allowed (we did not ask, and no one complained - so it worked out for us).We were flying JetBlue and got the "Extra Space" option, which gives a couple extra inches.Good luck.
954599
Nooooooo! My dog hates hot weather as it is. I even tried soaking it in cold water and it caused her more stress. Sorry.
386726
I have a Shih Tzu and he weighs 13 pounds and he pushed it over with his weight From the inside. he was only six-month-old. I got a date for my kitchen. He stays there when I work and everything is going well with him being In the kitchen. and he sleeps in a carrier, a bigger one. Hope this is helpful.
13308
I have an 8lb shih Tzu and I used it for the first time. It worked perfect! And she was very comfortable.
745384
A 10 oz bowl will be OK for a shih tzu. I got one for my 9 lb maltese mixg. He's 12 lbs now. But I never used it because this bowl is made to hang in the cage. His water bowl is outside the cage on the floor next to his food bowl. It is very well made of strong stainless steel. I didn't return it though. I keep it in the car for trips (for water).
1915456
It isn't too hot unless you leave it sitting in the hot car without any air movement. The top is all mesh so I can put both windows in the back down and it creates a nice breeze for my dog when he is in his "den". My dog has never been so quiet as when he is in his "den". Love this product ... my 100lb GS does just fine !!!
602406
I live in Texas and my dog only wears it during times that I know she will be under stress from thunder storms or loud noises. So far she hasn't been to hot with it on, but I've only used it for about three weeks.
994503
I never even thought about how warm the Thundershirt was because it was keeping my dog calm. It's not usually hot when it rains. That's a good thing. My dog has slept in in as well. So I'm not sure that being to hot is an issue for me.
215438
I live in Hawaii, so we have summer as our main season. It's comfy and cool for my two huskies. They enjoy it even in cold and rainy weather. It's a great dog house.
1524712
Yes, this bed is warm, comfy and cozy. It is large enough for my two Shi-Tzu. They cuddle together on it, and sometimes only one of them will be on it. When one of them gets on it, the bed kind of hugs them. They each weigh about 12-15 lbs. I was surprised at the size of the bed. I thought it would be smaller and am pleased at the size. I would not hesitate to buy another. I have 3 dogs and there is always at least one dog on it.
154239
For my 8 lb shih tzu its a little bit bigger, but for yours it sounds like it would be perfect.
686215
I think it will be to small .I have a 4 lb dog and she fits well with room to spare but I wouldn't go over a 8 or 9 lb dog . I hope I could help .
134384
I'm sorry, I don't know anything about a shih Tzu. I have a mini schnauzer. In the summer I use the 7. In the winter, for a little longer, I use a nine or ten. I would think, if the hair is matted, I would cut it pretty short so he can start over with a clean slate. Just my opinion.
1986429
I live NW of Houston where it is extremely hot during the summer. This dog house has plenty of ventilation. #1 up off the ground and the door is big enough to let lots of air in and out. I bought it for my Siberian Husky mix who is turning 13 years old this September. She absolutely loves it. I have a bed in it and my dad who could care less about the dogs commented on how nice it is. I would def buy it again and I just might buy one for my brothers boxer, Tyson.