Is a Shih Tzu easy to train?

While adorable, the Shih Tzu is not considered an easy breed to train due to its independent nature. In canine intelligence rankings, they often fall into the "fair working/obedience intelligence" category, requiring 40-80 repetitions to learn new commands. Our internal scores show them at 2/5 for both Obedience and Problem Solving, indicating training will require patience and consistency. However, their 4/5 Memory score suggests that once they do learn something, they are likely to retain it. Discover more about tailoring your training approach to your Shih Tzu's unique intelligence in our comprehensive guide.