A Shih Tzu is one of the rare breeds that actually have hair like humans instead of fur. A Shih Tzu’s hair is its crowning glory.
Blow-Drying:
The reason for blow-drying your Shih Tzu’s hair after a bath is to get the coat as fluffy as possible. You want a lush, powder-puff look. To blow-dry a Shih Tzu’s hair:
1. Place the damp dog on the table. 2. Work from rear to front. 3. Hold the dryer in one spot. As the hairs blow apart, brush the Shih Tzu’s coat out once again. 4. Brush until the area is completely dry. 5. Move on the next spot.
To get a good blow-dry of your Shih Tzu’s hair be especially systematic. Otherwise, some areas will look kinky and curly. If the Shih Tzu’s hair dries too quickly, dampen the kinky areas and blow them dry.
If your Shih Tzu’s coat is heavy and thick, you will need a stronger dryer with a more powerful air flow to achieve the desired look. Do not brush your Shih Tzu’s hair heavily while blow-drying. Light, quick strokes are best.
If you have your Shih Tzu’s hair cut short, you can use a regular cage and towel dry.
Source: StainGlassShihtzu
