shih tzu
/ˈʃiːˌtsuː/
noun
- A small breed of dog with a long, silky coat, a short snout, and a friendly, lively personality, originally from China.
- She brushes her shih-tzu's long hair every morning to keep it from tangling.
- Shih-tzus are popular family pets because they are gentle and good with children.
- My neighbor's shih-tzu loves to sit on her lap and watch television.