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no you should not because that is what protects them from the sun.

its basically their suncream!

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No cause' it's hair is and looks cook

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Q: Should a shih tzu's coat be shortened for the summer?
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How many coats does a Shih Tzu have?

a shih tzu has two coats the lower coat is curly while the top coat is long and straight


When does a puppy starts shedding?

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Do shih tzu puppies coat change from original colour?

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Is it normal for my Shih Tzu to urinate when it's happy?

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