Feed your Shih Tzu
like the neighbor
who raised six of them
Portion charts, ingredient swaps for sensitive stomachs, and vet-reviewed recipes — organized by life stage, allergy type, and the exact question you Googled at 11pm.
Sweet potato — ✓ safe
Great for sensitive stomachs
Blueberries — ✓ safe
Antioxidants for bright eyes
Lean chicken — ✓ safe
Primary protein, cooked only
Onion — ✗ toxic
Never feed — causes anemia
"Breed-specific nutrition matters more than most owners realize. Shih Tzus have unique caloric needs, brachycephalic breathing concerns, and a genetic predisposition to skin sensitivities — a generic dog food guide simply isn't enough."
Dr. Meredith Calloway, DVM, CVN
Veterinary Nutritionist · Board Certified
Every stage, covered
From first kibble to golden years
Each guide answers the question you're actually Googling at 11pm — specific to your dog's age, weight, and the sensitivities you're managing.
"Is your new puppy refusing breakfast but inhaling dinner?"
Shih Tzu puppies need 3–4 small meals daily — their tiny stomachs can't handle large portions. Learn the exact calorie targets by week, which proteins build the strongest coat, and why skipping breakfast is a red flag worth watching.
"Does your Shih Tzu skip breakfast but beg at dinner?"
Adult Shih Tzus thrive on two measured meals. Tear stains, skin flares, and digestive upset are often dietary — our adult guide maps the 7 most common triggers and the ingredient swaps that clear them within 3 weeks.
"Is your senior Shih Tzu moving slower and eating less?"
Older Shih Tzus need fewer calories but more joint-supporting nutrients. We cover the low-fat senior transition, kidney-friendly protein sources, and the one supplement most vets recommend but owners rarely give.
Recipe bundles
The recipes your dog will actually eat
Grain-Free Puppy Starter
12 recipes for 8–16 week puppies. Chicken, sweet potato, and spinach bases. No corn, wheat, or soy.
Tear Stain Reduction Diet
A 3-week elimination protocol targeting the 7 most common dietary triggers for Shih Tzu tear staining.
Allergy-Friendly Adult Bundle
Single-protein recipes using novel meats — duck, venison, and rabbit — for dogs with chicken or beef sensitivities.
Low-Fat Senior Meals
Calorie-controlled recipes for dogs 8+ with joint support ingredients. Omega-3 rich, kidney-friendly.
Quick Home-Cook Bundle
Weeknight-friendly recipes under 20 minutes. Pre-portioned for a 10–15 lb Shih Tzu. No special equipment.
What's inside each bundle
Not a generic guide — your dog's plan
Every downloadable bundle is built around a single life stage and sensitivity profile, so you're not reading around the parts that don't apply.
Portion charts by body weight
Exact gram amounts for every meal — no guessing, no overfeeding the begging face.
Ingredient swap cards
When your dog rejects salmon, the card shows 4 alternatives with identical nutrition profiles.
Vet sign-off on every recipe
Dr. Meredith Calloway, CVN, reviewed each recipe for macro balance, toxin-free ingredients, and breed-specific safety.
4-week rotating meal schedule
Prevents food boredom, reduces sensitization risk, and makes Sunday prep a 30-minute routine.
Allergen-flagged ingredients
Every recipe labels the 12 most common Shih Tzu allergens. Filter the bundle to your dog's specific list.
Print-ready & mobile-friendly PDFs
Laminate the portion chart for the fridge. Share the puppy guide with your new-family welcome pack.
Ready to start?
Browse the full meal plan library
Organized by life stage, allergy type, and preparation time. Download one, download all — every PDF is yours to print, share, and laminate.
Personalized for your dog
Take the Diet Quiz
3 questions. Your dog's specific meal plan in under a minute.
Question 1 of 3
How old is your Shih Tzu?
This determines the right calorie targets and meal frequency.
No account required · No email needed · Just your dog's plan