A Shih Tzu ( /ˈʃiːtsuː/ SHEET-soo; Mandarin: ) is a breed of dog weighing 4–7.25 kilograms (8.8–16.0 lb) with long silky hair. The breed originated in China. Shih Tzu were officially recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1969. The name is both singular and plural.
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—Sun Tzu (6th–5th century B.C.)