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Judges Education

Selected Articles for those that already are or are interested in judging the Shih Tzu Breed.


  1. The Shih Tzu A Handy Reference for Breeders & Judges
  2. Handouts At Seminars
  3. Photo Example of Correct Bite
  4. Photo Example of Correct Movement
  5. Approved ASTC Judge’s Mentor List
  6. The Illustrated Guide To The Shih Tzu Standard
  7. Advice for New Shih Tzu Judges and Prospective Judges
  8. Smoke and Mirrors
  9. Please Don't Run!
  10. Oh, Those Topknots
  11. A Beginner's Guide to Examining & Judging the Shih Tzu
  12. Shih Tzu Temperament
  13. A Fresh Look at Faces
  14. Shih Tzu Eyes
  15. Judging the Shih Tzu
  16. Type VS. Soundness: A Real Conversation Piece
  17. Straight Shoulders Don’t Reach – Here’s Why
  18. How To Examine A Shih Tzu - Video
  19. A Guide to Examining and Judging the Shih Tzu
  20. The Shih Tzu Tail
  21. The Shih Tzu Head
  22. Judging The Shih Tzu Coat

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