Odie the Shih-Poo brings happiness and love to his humans


Loyal and loving, Odie also enjoys being the centre of attention. — Sheela Kanagasabai

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My pet, Odie Valentino, was born on July 7,2013, to a Shih Tzu mum and a Miniature Poodle dad. What an odd combination, you may think, but the Shih-Poo breed is irrefutably considered the cuddliest and most adorable cross breed designer dog in the pet market today.

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