Shih Tzu vs Jack Russell Terrier
Compare the Shih Tzu to the Jack Russell Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Shih Tzus and Jack Russell Terriers.
Jack Russell Terrier
Shih Tzu
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Maybe
Yes
Lifespan
10-15 Years
10-15 Years
Height
10-15 Inches
9-10 Inches
Weight
13-17 Pounds
9-16 Pounds
Intelligence
Jack Russell Terrier
Shih Tzu
Origin Country
United Kingdom
China
Origin Year
1819 AD
618 AD
Jack Russell Terrier
Shih Tzu
Overall Friendliness
Family Friendly
Child Friendly
Pet Friendly
Stranger Friendly
Jack Russell Terrier
Shih Tzu
Jack Russell Terrier
Shih Tzu
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Jack Russell Terrier
Shih Tzu
Energy Level
Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Low
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Jack Russell Terrier
Shih Tzu
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
None
Dander
Low
None
Drool
None
None
Jack Russell Terrier
Shih Tzu
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Jack Russell Terrier
Shih Tzu
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Jack Russell Terrier
Shih Tzu
Aggression
Burrow / Digging
Chasing
Follow Commands
Fighting
Guarding
Herding
Hunting
Protection
Remove Vermin
Sled Pulling
Watch / Guardian
Jack Russell Terrier
Shih Tzu
Average Lifespan
10-15 Years
10-15 Years
Jack Russell Terrier
Shih Tzu
Jack Russell Terrier
Shih Tzu
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Silky
Coat Length
Short
Long
Jack Russell Terrier
Shih Tzu
