What's New with Shih Tzus & Furbabies
Facts You Should Know:
Number of cats and dogs entering
shelters each year: 6-8 million*
Number of cats and dogs euthanized by
shelters each year: 3-4 million*
Number of cats and dogs adopted from
shelters each year: 3-4 million*
Number of dogs reclaimed by
owners from shelters each year - only 30%*
Number of animal shelters in the United States: Between 4,000 and 6,000*
Percentage of dogs in shelters who are purebred: 25%*
Average number of litters a fertile dog can produce in one year: 2
Average number of puppies in a canine litter: 6-10
In six years, one female dog and her offspring can theoretically produce 67,000 dogs.
*HSUS estimate (www.hsus.org)

Our new online store is open -- and getting better every day!
Our new Shop - We are in the process of rebuilding our on-line shop and have already started adding some wonderful items, including books and car magnets. We will be adding tote bags, tennis shirts, and many more great items to show your support for Shih Tzus & Furbabies.



