I have an 18-19" length shih Tzu (from head to end of his back) would he be able to fit in a medium and lie down?
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It would be tight, but I think he could. My dog is a mini dachshund and about 25" (from head to end of back).
479210
That is the approximate length of my Bugg (Boston Terrier/Pug), and she has fit just fine in the Medium for years. I did buy her a large recently, so I could carry more things in with her (wallet, diabetes test kit, etc).
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I believe your Shih Tzu will fit in the large, with extra room. It was plenty large for a full grown cat. I do not know if it is FAA approved however.
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Not sure, but my 12 lb shih Tzu fits in it just fine. Best with a dog harness instead of a collar.
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I can only fit a shih tzu (approx 18 lbs) comfortably. 2 Small dogs adding up to that weight would probably work
228562
Just measured ours. Looks like the medium, pictured above, is correctly measured. Ours is about the same size as yours on the bottom which makes it a small. Its interior is a perfect fit for our Shih Tzu, all 11 pounds of him, and he loves riding in it.....in comfort and style. This was a great investment and it keeps him safe and happy.
210051
My dog is 33 inches and growing. He has the Medium with room for adjustment to spare.
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Definitely NO! I bought a medium for a 55 lb dog and needed to move him to a Large as the body is cut very short, but is snug and does compress. Other comment, the collar doesn't wear well and eventually is chaffing on their neck.
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My dog was a lil chubby 19lb she fit perfect! I love this purchase for her. I think yours should be fine your pup just may not have room to move around a lot. I have a doxy so a long body and it's perfect. I did a lol of research and this was by far the best! Good much!
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Most likely. My Yorkie/Poo is right at twenty and a little stout build. The medium fits him nicely with a bit of room. He loves this garment more than many we have.
154239
For my 8 lb shih tzu its a little bit bigger, but for yours it sounds like it would be perfect.
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Rather than by weight, your best bet would be to measure your dog neck to snout, and check out the company's sizing guide and video @ http://www.allfourpaws.com/the_comfy_cone-sizing_guidelines.php. The example breed they show for the medium size is a French bulldog, so that might likely be your dog's correct size. Hope this helps!
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My dog is 9.5-10 lbs and he has plenty of room. Your Shiba Inu could probably sit and curl up ok, but won't be able to stretch out. I think I would get the next size up if you are not sure.
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I would say probably not. My 12 lb shih tzu just fits comfortably. It would fit one of either of them but not both in my opinion
754997
It would probably be alright. I purchased small for my 11 pound shih Tzu -poodle mix and am thinking they are a little small. He has rather curly hair on his legs and feet which makes it very difficult putting them on him when he is objecting in the first place. The zippers are troublesome pulling up over that hair also. So I'm not sure I get them entirely on his feet. If they were medium, I think it would be better. I hope this helps.
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I have a shih tzu who is 8lbs also and I got her a medium and it barely fit her. I would say a size large so he/she can at least move in it!
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I ordered a small for my 19-pound beagle-mix and it fits fine. The medium might be too big for your pup.
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a medium carrier might be a little tight, depending how long your pup is. the heighth should be ok.