Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Loyal
Lively
Gentle

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Cheerful

Jatzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Jack Tzus are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Jatzus as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Jack Tzus aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Japanese Chin and Shih Tzu

Jack Russell Terrier, Shih Tzu

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DBR = Designer Breed Registry

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Brown

Brown

Blue
Black

Black

Silver
Red
Brown
Brindle
White
Blue
Black
Pied

White
Black
Brown
Cream
Pied

Jatzus are known for their coat length.

Jack Tzus have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Jatzu can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Jack Tzu can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Cataracts
Mitral Valve Disease
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Otitis Externa
Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Ectropion
Portacaval Shunt
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Retinal Dysplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Dental Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Eye Abnormalities
Hydrocephalus
Dermoid Sinus
Familial Nephropathy
Tracheal Collapse
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Cleft Palate
Cutaneous Asthenia
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Ear Examination
Electrocardiogram
Radiographs

Dna Test For Vwd
Thyroid Tests
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations
Urinalysis
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
Heart Rate Tests

Jatzus are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Jack Tzus are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Jatzu has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Jack Tzu has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Jatzus require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Jack Tzus need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Jatzus are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Jack Tzus have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Fetch, Walk, Bath time, Run, Play, Walks, Car ride, Tug-of-war, He always noisy, Training, Hide and seek, Count to 3, Cuddling, Taking walks, Snuggling

Walking, Playing, Training, Cuddles, Playing fet, Swimming, Fetch, Run, Ball, Ball chasing, Ball2, Ball4, Playdate, Walk, Nap, Play, Go to Park, Eating Snacks, Catch treats, Playing fetch, Cuddling

Jatzus are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Jatzu dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Jack Tzus are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jatzu, it's at least 3 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jack Tzu, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Jatzus usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Jack Tzus usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Ideally, Jatzu should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Jack Tzu should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-14 pound (4 - 6 kg) Jatzu feed 0.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 14-23 pound (6 - 10 kg) Jack Tzu feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Jatzu is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Jack Tzu is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Jatzu is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Jack Tzu is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Jatzu has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Jack Tzus are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Jatzus have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Jatzus make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Jack Tzus are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Jatzus are not the best choice for families with kids.

Jack Tzus have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Jatzus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Jack Tzus are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Jatzus are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Jack Tzus are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Jatzus are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Jack Tzus are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Jatzus have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Jack Tzus are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.