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Healthy Dog Food For Shih Tzus

Tom&Sawyer offers human grade, gently-cooked dog food made for your Shih Tzu's unique needs. Real meat, real Ingredients, and zero fillers. Delivered fresh to your door, on your schedule.

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Made in
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THE TOM&SAWYER DIFFERENCE

Why gently-cooked Tom&Sawyer Dog Food Is Better for Your Shih Tzu

Shih Tzus are picky eaters with sensitive stomachs and a tendency toward ear and skin issues linked to low-quality ingredients. Here's why that matters for your Shih Tzu.

Human grade Ingredients

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

Gently Cooked, Nutrient Rich

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

Benefits You Can See

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

Made for Shih Tzus

Easily digestible, limited-ingredient recipes made for Shih Tzu sensitivities, with proteins gentle enough for their delicate systems.

human grade protein

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

02 — PROTEIN

No fillers. Ever.

Shih Tzus reject food that does not taste real. Every Tom&Sawyer ingredient belongs and nothing is there to fill space.

03 — INGREDIENTS

Soft on the Stomach

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

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 protein / easily digestible / limited ingredient

Life Expectancy

13 to 16 years

Shih Tzus need easily digestible, palatable food made from real ingredients that their sensitive stomachs can handle and their selective appetites will actually accept.

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 artificial additives, hard-to-digest proteins, and the fillers in heavily processed food.

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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“I’m so grateful to find a great pet food company that I can rely on for quality, healthy, nutritious food for my fur baby. Thank you! Love from Thor and his family!”

Namitha M.

Toronto, ON

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“I decided I'd start cooking for my dogs myself, until I found Tom&Sawyer. Not only are the meals balanced and high quality, my picky dogs absolutely love them! I am so happy I found this company.”

Hanako

Toronto, ON

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“Five stars. Great for dogs like Winnie with IBD issues”

Mary G.

St. Laurent, PQ

QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

Common Questions About Fresh Dog Food for Shih Tzus

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

Yes, gently-cooked dog food is an excellent 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 especially benefit from the improved digestibility of gently-cooked meals.

Most adult Shih Tzus do best with two meals per day, one in the morning and one in the evening. Shih Tzu puppies typically need three to four smaller meals per day. Consistent feeding times help regulate digestion and energy levels, which is especially important for Shih Tzus prone to sensitive stomachs.

The best protein sources for Shih Tzus are 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.

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 eliminates 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.

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.

Shih Tzus puppies have higher protein and calorie needs than adults to support their growth and development. Look for recipes with high-quality animal protein as the first ingredient. Tom&Sawyer's gently-cooked meals are suitable for puppies, check the feeding guide for age-appropriate portions.

Feature	Tom&Sawyer®	The Farmer's Dog	Ollie	JustFoodForDogs
Food Type	Gently-cooked, real ingredients	Fresh subscription meals	Fresh meal delivery	Fresh meals + pantry options
Ingredient Quality	Whole foods, clearly sourced	Human-grade ingredients	Real meat + simple recipes	Whole-food recipes
Recipe Focus	Targeted by specific needs	Personalized meal plans	General wellness recipes	Vet-supported formulas
Processing Style	Small batch cooking	Prepared and portioned	Batch-cooked meals	Kitchen-style production
Quality Signals	AAFCO Human Grade	USDA-inspected kitchens	USDA-regulated kitchens	Open kitchen model
Protein Approach	Balanced per recipe	Higher protein focus	Moderate protein levels	Moderate protein levels
Convenience	Easy portions, freezer storage	Subscription delivery	Subscription delivery	Online + retail options
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Healthy Dog Food For Shih Tzus