--- title: "Teddy Bear" id: "191620" type: "breeds" slug: "teddy-bear" published_at: "2024-01-25T03:28:18+00:00" modified_at: "2024-01-25T03:28:18+00:00" url: "https://www.petlandashland.com/breed/teddy-bear/" markdown_url: "https://www.petlandashland.com/breed/teddy-bear.md" excerpt: "History of Breed The Teddy Bear dog, also known as a Zuchon, is crossbred from Shih Tzu and Bichon Frise parents. A combination of caring, loving, gentle, and quick-witted, this breed is a very well-liked dog. 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Be the first to know when puppies become available Your information is safe & secure Read More The Teddy Bear is a toy dog. It is not a breed per se but a collection of dogs that fit a certain bill of description. Teddy Bear dogs are known for their endearing faces and their wide enormous eyes. They have a soft teddy-bear coat. Their coats have a mix of colors that sit well with the eyes. They are the inspiration for the famous teddy bear stuffed animals. They are known as Zuchon or Tzu Frise. They are modern dogs with their journey beginning only at the turn of the 21st century. Petland is honored to offer the highest quality Teddy Bear puppies who will be an instant fit on your lap and in your family. ## Similar Breeds With Puppies Available [Chihuahua 1 Available](https://www.petlandashland.com/breed/chihuahua/) [Affenpinscher Get Notified](https://www.petlandashland.com/breed/affenpinscher/) [Brussels Griffon Get Notified](https://www.petlandashland.com/breed/brussels-griffon/) [Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Get Notified](https://www.petlandashland.com/breed/cavalier-king-charles-spaniel/) ## About Teddy Bear Description [Stay Connected Via Google News Follow Us For The Latest Pet Updates and Guides.](https://www.google.com/preferences/source?q=petlandashland.com) ## History of Breed The Teddy Bear dog, also known as a Zuchon, is crossbred from Shih Tzu and Bichon Frise parents. A combination of caring, loving, gentle, and quick-witted, this breed is a very well-liked dog. Teddy Bears are a relatively new breed of dog that got its start in the 1990s in the United States. To better understand this breed, you should first understand the origin of its parents. The Shih Tzu is of Chinese origin and was bred for decadent Chinese emperors. This breed is known for its loyal personality and ability to form a strong bond with his family. Due to this they make terrific family pets. The Shih Tzu was registered by the American Kennel Club in 1969 and has been a favorite toy breed of Americans for decades. The Bichon Frise originated on the Canary Islands. They became popular with European royalty sometime in the 13th century. While the French Revolution was taking place, many of these dogs found themselves living homeless on the street. Thanks to their unique trainability and approachable disposition, they quickly gained popularity with street performers who used them to entertain citizen onlookers. ## Personality and Temperament The Teddy Bear breed has a very warm, gentle, affectionate, and outgoing personality. These loving pups received the best qualities of their parents. They have also grown in popularity throughout the world because they do very well with children in the home as well as other pets. This breed is known to form a strong connection with its family in very little time. Their easy-going, trusting attitude and non-aggressive demeanor are why they are cherished by so many people. ## Appearance and Grooming Teddy bear dogs come in several shapes and sizes. They have long, flowing, soft fur that is either ordinarily silky or curly to the touch. Their coats come in a range of beautiful colors such as gray, black, white, tan, and cream. Daily coat brushing is a great way to keep his coat looking and feeling its best. A weekly or bi-weekly bath will keep this dog looking sharp. Never forget to keep nail clipping and teeth cleaning a part of his routine. ## Care and Feeding Teddy Bear pups do best being fed three times a day for the first six months of their life. This early stage in their life is essential for both physical growth and mental development. Proper nutrition is also a crucial part of your puppy’s health, and top-quality food is highly recommended. Making sure that their teeth are properly brushed a minimum of three times each week is important. Keeping up with nail clipping should also be remembered. ## Breed Size and Life Expectancy - The Teddy Bear puppy is a perfect fit for those who live in smaller apartments or conventional-style housing. They tend to stand approximately ten to twelve inches tall. - This breed generally weighs between twelve and fifteen pounds. - The average life expectancy of the Teddy Bear dog breed is fifteen to eighteen years. ## Interesting Breed Facts **Fact:** The Teddy Bear puppy was designed to be great around children, especially those children that have special needs who benefit from a calmer and non-aggressive dog. **Fact:** Due to their low-shedding coats, they make great pets for people who suffer from allergies that generally could not own a dog. **Fact:** This breed is known for its warm and loving demeanor and makes a great pet for the elderly. Petland is honored to offer the highest quality Teddy Bear puppies who will be an instant fit on your lap and in your family. [Stay Connected Via Google News Follow Us For The Latest Pet Updates and Guides.](https://www.google.com/preferences/source?q=petlandashland.com) Breed Profile ### Energy & Exercise Energy Level3/5 Exercise Minutes/Day60 min/day Mental Stimulation Needs3/5 Playfulness3/5 ### Living Environment Apartment Friendly3/5 Tolerates Being Alone3/5 Cold Tolerance3/5 Heat Tolerance3/5 Yard Required No Barking Tendency3/5 ### Family & Social Good With Young Kids3/5 Good With Older Kids3/5 Good With Other Dogs3/5 Good With Cats3/5 Good With Strangers3/5 Affection Level3/5 ### Care & Grooming Shedding Level3/5 Hypoallergenic Friendly No Grooming FrequencyWeekly Drooling Level3/5 ### Trainability & Temperament Trainability3/5 Intelligence3/5 Independence (vs Clinginess)3/5 Prey Drive3/5 Stubbornness3/5 Territorial3/5 ### Purpose Aptitude Protection Aptitude3/5 Therapy Aptitude3/5 Running Partner Aptitude3/5 Hiking Aptitude3/5 First-Time Owner Friendly3/5 Senior Owner Friendly3/5 ## Learn More About Teddy Bear History Personality Grooming Care Life Expectancy The Teddy Bear dog, also known as a Zuchon, is crossbred from Shih Tzu and Bichon Frise parents. A combination of caring, loving, gentle, and quick-witted, this breed is a very well-liked dog. Teddy Bears are a relatively new breed of dog that got its start in the 1990s in the United States. To better understand this breed, you should first understand the origin of its parents. The Shih Tzu is of Chinese origin and was bred for decadent Chinese emperors. This breed is known for its loyal personality and ability to form a strong bond with his family. Due to this they make terrific family pets. The Teddy Bear was registered by the American Kennel Club in 1969 and has been a favorite toy breed of Americans for decades. The Bichon Frise originated on the Canary Islands. They became popular with European royalty sometime in the 13th century. While the French Revolution was taking place, many of these dogs found themselves living homeless on the street. Thanks to their unique trainability and approachable disposition, they quickly gained popularity with street performers who used them to entertain citizen onlookers. The Teddy Bear breed has a very warm, gentle, affectionate, and outgoing personality. These loving pups received the best qualities of their parents. They have also grown in popularity throughout the world because they do very well with children in the home as well as other pets. This breed is known to form a strong connection with its family in very little time. Their easy-going, trusting attitude and non-aggressive demeanor are why they are cherished by so many people. Teddy bear dogs come in several shapes and sizes. They have long, flowing, soft fur that is either ordinarily silky or curly to the touch. Their coats come in a range of beautiful colors such as gray, black, white, tan, and cream. Daily coat brushing is a great way to keep his coat looking and feeling its best. A weekly or bi-weekly bath will keep this dog looking sharp. Never forget to keep nail clipping and teeth cleaning a part of his routine. Teddy Bear pups do best being fed three times a day for the first six months of their life. This early stage in their life is essential for both physical growth and mental development. Proper nutrition is also a crucial part of your puppy's health, and top-quality food is highly recommended. Making sure that their teeth are properly brushed a minimum of three times each week is important. Keeping up with nail clipping should also be remembered. - The Teddy Bear puppy is a perfect fit for those who live in smaller apartments or conventional-style housing. They tend to stand approximately ten to twelve inches tall. - This breed generally weighs between twelve and fifteen pounds. - The average life expectancy of the Teddy Bear dog breed is fifteen to eighteen years. ## Frequently Asked Questions How many times should I feed Teddy Bears daily? Feeding them twice a day should do. Do Teddy Bears shed a lot? No, they are considered a non-shedding breed. Are Teddy Bears aggressive? No, they're not known as an aggressive breed. Are Teddy Bears easy to potty train? It takes dedication and consistency to their training and with their training to get them housebroken. Are Teddy Bears a good fit for families? As mentioned earlier, Teddy Bear dogs are loyal to their families. Once they get used to you, it would be hard to get them to stay away from you. They are good with children and will love all members of the family. Do Teddy Bears have common health problems? Rare hereditary diseases include epilepsy, eye issues, hypothyroidism, hip dysplasia and more. What is Teddy Bears life expectancy? They have a life expectancy of 15-18 years. Are Teddy Bears cheap to get? They are moderately priced. Please contact us for more info. How tall do Teddy Bears get? They grow to reach a height of about 12 inches.