Shih Tzu Mom Shirts

Most breeds were made for a job: herding, hunting, guarding. The Shih Tzu was bred for company. For centuries it lived in the palaces of China as a companion dog, and its name means "lion dog." The breed nearly vanished after the end of the imperial court, and much of today's Shih Tzu population traces back to a small number of dogs taken out of China in the 1930s, including a pair that Lady Brownrigg brought to England in 1930. The American Kennel Club recognized the breed in 1969. Closeness is the whole job.

So this shelf is about closeness. None of these designs say "mom"; they are for the woman whose Shih Tzu is never more than a lap away. "Stay Here," "Make Room for Joy," "Keep the Door Open" and "Forever in Season" are about a dog you never want to leave,. Slow days: "Sunday in Stereo," "The Lounge Is Open," "The Pause Is Part of It" and "Invent a Better Ritual" for the morning walk. Style: "Mini Muse," "La Petite Allure," "After Party Poetry," "Made for the Moodboard," "Be a Little More Alive" and "The Little Grand Tour." Quiet strength: "Softness Is Not Surrender" and "Soft Power." And the museum wing: a Shih Tzu as Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring, Botticelli's Venus, the Mona Lisa, in Michelangelo's Creation of Adam and under Van Gogh's Starry Night.

All are printed on our Washed Tee: 100% cotton, 250 gsm, washed vintage finish, relaxed unisex fit, S to 5XL, three colors per design. 2 or more tees ship free in the US, and 3 or more get 15% off automatically. For pure jokes, see funny Shih Tzu shirts, or browse the full Shih Tzu collection and the Shih Tzu Christmas gifts guide.

FAQ

What does Shih Tzu mean?

It means "lion dog" in Chinese. The breed was kept as a companion in Chinese palaces for centuries and was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1969.

Is a Shih Tzu mom shirt a good gift?

Yes, for a birthday, Mother's Day, a new puppy or Christmas. Pick the design that sounds like her: cozy, stylish or artsy, then her usual color, since each design comes in three.

Can I return a tee if the size is wrong?

Each tee is printed to order, so we cannot accept returns for a wrong size or change of mind. Damaged or misprinted items are covered by our returns policy, and the size guide helps you choose.