Skin Lesions On Shih Tzu. The basset hound and blood hound, shih tzu, mastiff) are particularly susceptible to this type of canine skin cancer. Itching can be caused by various reasons.
It goes without saying really, but if your shih tzu’s skin doesn’t get better in a day or two, get professional advice form a vet. Its a common symptom of allergies mange and other skin diseases. Damage to the hair follicle from pressure points from a harness, lying down, etc.