Dog
Pronunciation:
bee-dzoo
Breed Description:
The Bea-Tzu breed of dog is a "designer" or mixed breed that was created by crossing the Shih Tzu and the Beagle. Because of this, a breed type has not been established and the looks and temperament of the dog can greatly change from one puppy to the next. Generally, the Bea-Tzu will have qualities of all the parents. They are a small to medium sized breed of dog that should be compact while still maintaining a slender and athletic build. The body is usually slightly longer than the dog is tall and the top line is usually level. The Bea-Tzu usually has a broad head that seems a bit larger than the rest of the body and the skull is usually slightly domed. The muzzle is medium in length, right in between the long muzzle of the Beagle and the short muzzle of the Shih Tzu and has a slightly square shape. The long ears hang down the side of the head and the tail is usually long and carried low.
The coat of the Bea-Tzu can range from the short, hard coat of the Beagle to the long silky coat of the Shih Tzu, however, the most common is a medium length coat with both a top and undercoat. There should be a fluffy appearance to the dog and the coat should be medium in texture. The Bea-Tzu can be found in any colors of the parent breeds but the most common are white and black, black, white, white and tan, and tan.
Temperament:
The Bea-Tzu breed of dog is a designer breed and because of this, their temperament can vary greatly. They are known as a sweet and affectionate breed that often fits into any lifestyle, whether it is active or not. The breed is usually very intelligent and are known for having an almost clown like personality. The Bea-Tzu usually gets along well with everyone and can make a wonderful family pet since they do well with children. The breed also does well with other pets and dogs and can thrive in a multi-pet home.
Height:
There is no set height for the Bea-Tzu at this time.
Weight:
The average weight for a Bea-Tzu is between 15 to 25 pounds with most dogs being closer to 25 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Bea-Tzu breed of dog has no known health problems, however, it is important to read up on the Shih Tzu and the Beagle to be aware of the health problems your puppy may be at risk for.
Living Conditions:
The Bea-Tzu breed of dog may not be suitable for apartments if they take after their Beagle parent, which is a very vocal breed. The ideal is a home with a fenced yard and they should not be an outdoor dog. They should have a fenced yard since the Bea-Tzu will follow their nose after anything interesting.
Exercise:
The Bea-Tzu breed of dog is a very energetic breed of dog and will need about 30 to 45 minutes of exercise each day to stay healthy and happy.
Life Expectancy:
10 to 15 years
Grooming:
The Bea-Tzu breed of dog does require a little extra grooming and expect to brush them two or three times a week. The hair may need to be trimmed every month or two, especially around the face, ears and feet but in general, it can be left natural. The Bea-Tzu only needs to be bathed when necessary and can often go two or three months without a bath. For Bea-Tzu with longer coats, clipping may be done to keep the management easy. Nails should be kept trimmed and the ears should be cleaned on a weekly basis as well.
Origin:
The Bea-Tzu breed of dog is a designer `hybrid`breed that has become popular over the last decade or so. There is no actual origin for the breed and if you are interested in learning more about the Bea-Tzu, it is important to read up on the Shih Tzu and the Beagle. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
