You may know the Maltese shih tzu by many different names, the breed is also known as: Mal-Shi, Shih-tese, Malti Tzu and Shima. The official recognized name by the American Canine Hybrid Club is Mal-Shi. Generally weighing around 6 to 15 pounds and standing 8 to 14 inches tall this breed is a cross between the shih tzu and the…