No breed of dog is hypoallergenic, and Shih Tzus are no exception. Some allergy sufferers find that because the Shih Tzus sheds less than other dogs that they can tolerate Shih Tzus better than other dogs. Be aware that most people are allergic to the dog's saliva and not the actual fur or even the dander.

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