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Healthy Dog Food For Shih Tzus

Tom&Sawyer's human grade, gently-cooked meals can help support your Shih Tzu’s unique nutritional needs. Our culinary-inspired meals are made with 98% or more whole food ingredients, offering complete and balanced nutrition and deliciousness to help fuel their affectionate personality and small-breed lifestyle.

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Breed profile

Here's What Makes Your Shih Tzu Special

Size & Weight
9 to 16 lbs
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Common Health Risks
Picky Eater / Sensitive Stomach / Ear Infections
Dietary Needs
High quality protein / easily digestible / limited ingredient
Life Expectancy
13 to 16 years

Shih Tzus may benefit from easily digestible, palatable food made with real ingredients that can support sensitive stomachs and selective appetites.

The Tom&Sawyer difference

Why Tom&Sawyer gently-cooked dog food is the perfect match for your Shih Tzu

Shih Tzus are picky eaters with sensitive stomachs and may be prone to ear and skin issues linked to food or environmental allergens. Here's why that matters for your Shih Tzu.

  1. 01 · Recipes

    Human grade protein

    Real meat in every small bite. The kind of quality ingredient that even the most selective Shih Tzu will actually eat.

  2. 02 · Protein

    Whole foods. Always.

    Every Tom&Sawyer ingredient belongs and there is nothing hidden in the ingredient list.

  3. 03 · Ingredients

    Soft on the Stomach

    Gently cooked meals made with simple, digestible ingredients to support gut health and reduce digestive upset.

What’s inside the bowl

What's Actually in Your Shih Tzu's Bowl?

  • 01

    Human grade Ingredients

    Human grade meat and whole food ingredients with real, recognizable ingredients that picky Shih Tzus actually want to eat.

  • 02

    Gently Cooked, Nutrient Rich

    We gently cook each ingredient to preserve nutrients and enhance flavour for picky eaters every day.

  • 03

    Benefits You Can See

    Better digestion, clearer eyes, a coat worth showing off. Some Shih Tzu owners may notice a visible difference within weeks.

  • 04

    98%+ Whole Food Ingredients

    Real, whole food ingredients support complete, balanced nutrition your dog can enjoy every day.

Your Shih Tzu deserves fresh, healthy food

Shih Tzus are active, sensitive dogs with serious nutritional needs. Tom&Sawyer's human grade, gently-cooked meals are built for them.

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Health & nutrition

Shih Tzu Health Risks and How Food Can Help

Knowing your Shih Tzu's vulnerabilities helps you make smarter feeding decisions.

Sensitive dogs deserve meals that are both nourishing and worth licking the bowl for. Our chef-crafted recipes combine human grade ingredients, gentle cooking, and nutrition developed with animal nutritionists and vets to support everyday mealtime comfort.

  • Picky Eater

    Shih Tzus are highly selective and often refuse food that lacks real aroma and flavour, making ingredient quality essential for consistent eating.

  • Sensitive Stomach

    Their small, sensitive digestive systems react quickly to poor quality diets with low digestibility.

  • Ear Infections

    Chronic ear infections in Shih Tzus are commonly linked to food sensitivities and allergens that cause ongoing inflammation throughout the body.

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Your Shih Tzu Deserves Fresh, Healthy Dog Food. Try Tom&Sawyer

Shih Tzus are picky eaters with sensitive stomachs. Tom&Sawyer's human grade, gently-cooked meals are made with real ingredients they will actually eat.

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  • Tom&Sawyer: Real cuts of meat & whole food ingredients.
  • Tom&Sawyer: Culinary-inspired, complete & balanced recipes.
  • Tom&Sawyer: Developed by animal nutrition, veterinary & culinary experts.
  • Tom&Sawyer: Co-founded the Fresh Pet Food Alliance.

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Human grade, gently-cooked, and easy to digest. Fresh food your Shih Tzu will look forward to every single meal.

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Common Questions About Fresh Dog Food for Shih Tzus

What ingredients should I look for in dog food for my Shih Tzu?

For Shih Tzus, prioritize recipes with a named animal protein as the first ingredient, such as chicken, beef, or turkey. Helpful features can include whole vegetables, healthy fats like omega-3 fatty acids, and no artificial preservatives or fillers. Given that Shih Tzus can be prone to picky eating easily digestible proteins and minimal ingredient lists are especially important.

Is gently-cooked dog food good for Shih Tzus?

Yes, gently-cooked dog food can be a suitable choice for Shih Tzus. Cooking at low heat preserves the natural vitamins and minerals found in fresh ingredients, which are often destroyed in high-heat kibble manufacturing. Shih Tzus with picky eater may especially benefit from the improved digestibility of gently-cooked meals.

How often should I feed my Shih Tzu?

Adult Shih Tzus are commonly fed two meals per day, one in the morning and one in the evening. Shih Tzu puppies are often fed three to four smaller meals per day. Consistent feeding times may help regulate digestion and energy levels, which may be helpful for Shih Tzus prone to sensitive stomachs.

What protein sources are best for Shih Tzus?

Suitable protein options for Shih Tzus may include high-quality, named animal proteins, chicken, beef, turkey, or fish. For Shih Tzus prone to picky eating, a single-protein or limited ingredient recipe can help identify and avoid triggers. Tom&Sawyer uses human grade meat in every recipe, with no byproducts or mystery proteins.

What is human grade dog food and why does it matter for Shih Tzus?

Human grade dog food means every ingredient meets the same safety and quality standards as food made for people. For Shih Tzus, this matters because it avoids the low-quality byproducts and fillers found in most commercial pet food. Tom&Sawyer prepares all meals in a human grade kitchen in Canada, regulated to AAFCO standards.

How much should I feed my Shih Tzu per day?

Shih Tzu feeding amounts depend on their weight, age, and activity level. As a general guide, most Shih Tzus do well with two meals per day, morning and evening. Use the Tom&Sawyer Feeding Calculator to get a portion size tailored specifically to your dog.

Are Tom&Sawyer meals suitable for Shih Tzu puppies?

Tom&Sawyer dog meals are formulated for adult maintenance. If you have a Shih Tzu puppy, speak with your veterinarian about their growth-stage nutrition needs, especially because small breed puppies may have different feeding needs than adult dogs. In Canada, Puppy Booster may be available for some puppies, but it is not available in the U.S. and should be used only when appropriate for your dog.

Most pet foods…

  • Other brands: Not human grade.
  • Other brands: No real cuts of meat or whole food ingredients.
  • Other brands: Generic recipes with no culinary inspiration.
  • Other brands: Not developed by nutrition and culinary experts.
  • Other brands: Minimal industry accountability or standards.

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