Are Shichons Friendly Or Dangerous To Strangers?

Thinking to adopt a Shichon and want to know whether Shichon are friendly or aggressive to strangers?

According to pet experts, Shichon Dogs score out of 5 in the scale of breeds that are considered the friendliest dogs to strangers.


Are Shichons Friendly?

Are Shichon Dogs Aggressive To Strangers

    When it comes to choosing a pet dog, you possibly want one that is friendly, whether that's toward people, other pets, or both. Put simply, a happy-go-lucky pooch that gets along with everyone.

    While most canines are certainly fond of people, some are really sociable and love to meet new people all the time. Friendliness doesn't necessarily depend upon breed. The majority of dogs are friendly if they have been exposed to new people, places, and adventures as they were growing up.

    So, essentially, you can make any canine into a friendly dog if you ensure they have an energetic social life and a happy home. Pretty much all canines will be social with their owners, but some breeds were bred as guardians and can be wary and even aggressive toward strangers.

    Top 5 Friendly Dog Breeds

    1. Labrador Retrievers character towards people is almost incomparable. Labradors are incredibly social toward everyone they meet and many behavioral issues in the breed arise because of their aspiration to be around people.

    2. Poodles very energetic, social, and smart dogs that make extraordinary companions. They do extremely well in a variety of different dog sports and delight in the company of people, friend or stranger.

    3. Pug is so liked partly due to its looks, but also because of its fantastic character. Pugs are very social, they love everyone and get along very well with other animals.

    4. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is one of the smallest spaniels, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel was bred mainly as a friend and lapdog. Due to this, they are very friendly with their families and strangers, happily meeting as many new people as they can.

    5. Boxer was originally bred as a guard dog in Germany, but there are very few working Boxers left. Today, most are energetic, intelligent family companions that are fantastic for individuals and families alike. They are quite social dogs and enjoy meeting and playing with new people and other dogs.

Do Shichon Dogs Need to Be Groomed Regularly?

Shichon Information

The Zuchon is also known as a Shichon, teddy bear dog, or fuzzy wuzzy puppy. They reach an average height of 9-12 inches from the shoulder, and a weight of 8-25 pounds fully grown. 'Dog Breed Info' says the Zuchon is a dog "known for his endearing face, large expressive eyes, and his soft teddy-bear coat." The Zuchon usually has a longer coat that does not shed very much, if at all. This longer coat may lead to more time for maintenance and grooming. As hypoallergenic dogs, Zuchons are generally more suitable for homes with allergy problems amongst the inhabitants, although allergic reactions may still occur.

This toy dog is said to have a "great" personality, and it is playful, lively and well-mannered. They can be a bit stubborn, but when they are trained well, they are a good family pet. They are easily trained. The Zuchon is a well-mannered dog known to be social, happy, and gentle. They become devoted to their families but need much attention and do not do well when left alone for long periods of time. They are good therapy dogs. Sometimes the Zuchon may be stubborn and in need of training. The Zuchon will remain active. They make fairly good watch dogs. When necessary, this dog will bark to alert its family that someone is nearby. This breed is typically good with other pets, especially when socialized at an early age. This dog gets along well with children, but it may be a good idea to socialize this breed at an early age as well as to supervise play time with children to make sure that the dog does not get hurt as a result of its small size.

What to do if you lose your Shichon

If your Shichon Dog or any other pet has gone missing and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. List your missing pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups Here.

3. Call the local vet clinics to see if anyone has brought in your missing pet.

4. Telephone the RSPCA or Visit the RSPCA Lost Pets website and complete a Lost Pet Report.

5. Visit Lost Pets Pages of Animal Pounds.

What to do if you find a lost Shichon

If you find a Shichon Dog or any other pet and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. List the found pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Report the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups.

3. Contact the Local Council to collect the lost animal.

4. Take the animal to the local Animal Pound near to your area.

5. Take the pet to the local Vet Clinic who can scan the animal’s microchip and phone the registered owner of the pet.

Laws Regarding Missing Pets

1. It is against the law to keep any animal that you find.

2. Pets are generally considered property and it is illegal to take and keep someone else’s property.

3. You must contact your local animal control unit and file a FOUND AN ANIMAL report for any dog or cat you find.

4. To reclaim your lost dog, cat or other pet from the animal shelter you must pay a release fee.

5. If your dog or cat is unregistered, you will have to register your pet before you can take it home.