Shih-Pom for Sale in the Philippines
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Shih-Pom
Small · 4–16 lbs
Shih Tzu
Gentle · affectionate · low-energy
Pomeranian
Bold · lively · vocal
The Shih-Pom is a small designer cross between the Shih Tzu — an ancient Tibetan palace dog bred for Chinese emperors — and the Pomeranian, the miniaturized Arctic Spitz breed popularized by Queen Victoria in the 1800s. The cross emerged in the United States during the designer dog boom of the 1990s and 2000s, pairing two historically prized companion breeds into one small, affectionate package.
The Shih-Pom is an affectionate, compact companion scoring 78–93/100 in friendliness with minimal exercise needs — well suited to apartments, seniors, and families. Coat type varies significantly between litters, directly affecting shedding (typically 30–68/100); expect regular grooming investment regardless of which parent's coat dominates.
Coat varies — can lean fluffy Pom or silkier Shih Tzu. Shedding level depends heavily on which parent's coat dominates.
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Shih-Pom Buyer's Guide
Common questions answered before you buy
A Shih-Pom is a cross between a Shih Tzu (Gentle · affectionate · low-energy) and a Pomeranian (Bold · lively · vocal). The goal of this cross is to combine the best traits of both parents — but it's important to understand that results vary significantly from puppy to puppy, even within the same litter.
No dog is truly hypoallergenic — all dogs produce dander, saliva, and urine proteins that trigger allergies. However, the Shih-Pom is a coin-flip. Coat varies — can lean fluffy Pom or silkier Shih Tzu. Shedding level depends heavily on which parent's coat dominates. Puppies with curlier, Poodle-dominant coats tend to shed less. Puppies with wavy or straight coats may shed noticeably. There is no guarantee until the adult coat comes in around 12–18 months. If you're buying for allergy reasons, request an F1B litter which is more consistently low-shed.
Shih-Poms typically weigh between 4–16 lbs. However, size can vary significantly depending on which parent the puppy takes after and the generation (F1, F1B, etc.). A smaller parent — particularly if one parent is a Miniature or Toy variant — will produce smaller offspring. Always ask breeders about the parent sizes, not just the breed average.
With consistent effort, yes. The Shih-Pom has trainability scores ranging from 58–74/100. Some puppies will pick things up quickly; others — especially those inheriting more stubbornness from one parent — will need more patience. Positive reinforcement and short, engaging training sessions work best.
The Shih-Pom typically lives 12–16 years. Hybrid dogs often benefit from "hybrid vigour" — a tendency for mixed breeds to be healthier than either purebred parent. However, they can still inherit health conditions from either parent line. Ask breeders about health testing on both parents (hips, eyes, heart, depending on the parent breeds), and schedule annual vet check-ups throughout your dog's life.
Yes — the Shih-Pom is generally apartment-adaptable as long as their exercise needs are met. Daily walks and interactive play sessions (around 30 minutes of light-to-moderate exercise daily) are sufficient to keep them calm indoors. Mental stimulation — puzzle toys, training sessions — is equally important for this intelligent cross.