A Shih Tzu according to AKC The American Kennel club and dictated by the National Shih Tzu organization the weight requirements of the Shih Tzu is 9-16 pounds. "Imperial Shih Tzu " breeders prefer ours under 9 pounds full grown.We feel we have every right to show off our best puppies and Adult Shih Tzu in the ring just as any magnificent breed of dog. In our diligent efforts to become a breed variation of the Shih Tzu, and by not adding another breed of dog to our Imperials we found we can and do show as the Chinese Imperial has been accepted as Chinese Imperial Dog by many dog registries and soon AKC. Our healthy Imperial Shih Tzu deserve this right. Our purebred Imperials are registered with the AKC - AKC as a Shih Tzu and can be registered as Chinese Imperial Dogs with other dog registries such as CPR and many other kennel clubs.We breeders of Chinese Imperial Dog specialize in breeding the smaller sized dog which are often called the Chinese Imperials, Imperial Shih Tzu, Toy Shih Tzu, Miniature Shih Tzu, Teacup Shih Tzu, or Pocket Puppies.

Imperial Shih Tzu dog breeders Gary & Cindy Hendrix. AKC Tiny Imperial Shih Tzu puppies that are referred to as Imperial Shih Tzu, teacup Shih Tzus. Called Chinese Imperial dogs, Chinese Imperials or Toy Shih Tzu and Miniature ShihTzu.