When you cross a shih tzu with a bichon frise, the result is a real-life teddy bear dog called the Shichon. In fact, many people call this the teddy bear dog! Given its small stature and gentle disposition, the shichon is a great pet for seniors and families with kids. Shichons love other dogs as well as people and can suffer with separation anxiety if they don’t have company and attention throughout the day. Half an hour of play or walking every day is enough exercise for most Shichons. They grow up to 7 kilograms in weight and up to 30 centimetres in height.