Shih Tzu withers height chart
See the withers height of the Shih Tzu by age and compare the growth references. If you are wondering what adult height a female or male Shih Tzu reaches, this page gives you concrete milestones.
Growth of the female Shih Tzu
Depending on its build, a female Shih Tzu should measure between 9 and 11.8 cm at 3 months.
At 6 months, a female Shih Tzu measures on average between 14 cm for the smallest individuals and 19 cm for the largest.
How tall should a female Shih Tzu be at 1 year? Between 19 and 26.3 cm.
A female Shih Tzu finishes growing at 10 months or so, up to 12 months for the largest builds.
Growth of the male Shih Tzu
Depending on its build, a male Shih Tzu should measure between 9 and 11.8 cm at 3 months.
At 6 months, a male Shih Tzu measures on average between 14 cm for the smallest individuals and 19 cm for the largest.
How tall should a male Shih Tzu be at 1 year? Between 19 and 26.3 cm.
A male Shih Tzu finishes growing at 10 months or so, up to 12 months for the largest builds.
How to measure a Shih Tzu at the withers
- Stand your dog on level ground with its legs straight.
- Locate the withers : it is the highest point of the shoulders, at the base of the neck.
- Lay a straight object (a book or a rigid ruler) horizontally at the withers.
- Measure vertically from the ground to the underside of that object with a tape measure.
- Repeat two or three times and keep the average value to follow growth.
Going further
See also the weight chart of the Shih Tzu to compare how height and weight change during growth.
Shih Tzu height FAQ
What adult height for a female Shih Tzu?
An adult female Shih Tzu usually measures between 20 and 28 cm.
What adult height for a male Shih Tzu?
An adult male Shih Tzu usually measures between 20 and 28 cm.
What is the Shih Tzu height curve during growth?
The Shih Tzu height curve gives milestones at 3, 6 and 12 months, with separate references for females and males.