Shih Tzu Gains AKC Registry and Toy Group Prospects
The Shih Tzu is admitted to the American Kennel Club Stud Book as its 616th breed and will join the Toy Group on or after Sept 1 1969. Existing registrations before Sept 1 may receive ILP status for Miscellaneous Class entries. Obedience and judging qualifications expand with the breed. TODAYS kennel events include Santa Barbara show at the Polo Club, Valley Hills trial Aug 16, and Long Beach Obedience Club Match at the Pistol Range with entries opening soon.