Shih-Tzu With a Side Part Looks Like a Millennial and It's Too Real
You know when a dog has a whole personality before they even move? This is that.
Between the sunglasses, the side part, and the general attitude, this Shih-Tzu looks like he has strong opinions about music and probably a favorite mechanic.
@cocoadreamboat sometimes he's just a little man stuck in the 80s #fyp#shihtzusoftiktok#chewie
Animal - Extended Version - Def Leppard
Shared on the TikTok account @cocoadreamboat, we see a brown Shih-Tzu named George sitting in the sunshine while his mom gently combs his perfectly parted hair. He's wearing mirrored, retro, 1980s-style sunglasses, and "Animal" by Def Leppard is playing like this is a full character introduction.
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The caption says, "Sometimes he's just a little man stuck in the '80s," which feels less like a joke and more like a fact.
Viewers Immediately Locked in on the Vibe:
• "I hung drywall with this dude back in the early '90s."
• "The lip… the attitude… the glasses… is there anything out there more rizz than George? No. The answer is no."
• "Changed my oil last week. Good guy."
• "In the opening shot, I love how his lip is raised on one side… George has more attitude in one toe bean than most people do in their entire body."
• "Pretty sure I knew this guy. Good drywaller. Drank a lot but never seemed drunk. Pretty smart. Pretty dented van."
• "Chewbacca, is that you?"
Honestly, the side part is doing a lot of the work here. Paired with the sunglasses and that slightly raised lip-it's giving very specific energy.
So Do Shih-Tzus Require a Lot of Grooming?
@titothepintsizedshihtzu Is that me hand feeding my senior Shih-Tzu dinner? No. It is not. Nothing to see here. #shihtzusoftiktok#shihtzu#rescuedog#adoptdontshop
original sound - Mary and Tito
Short answer: yes. But also… if the result is George, it might be worth it.
• Shih-Tzus have long, continuously growing hair that needs regular brushing to prevent tangles.
• Daily or frequent grooming helps keep their coat smooth and manageable.
• Many pet parents opt for trims or "puppy cuts" to make maintenance easier.
• Regular baths are important to keep the coat clean and healthy.
• Their facial hair, especially around the eyes, needs extra attention.
• Professional grooming is often part of the routine for this breed.
• And yes, sometimes you have to commit to the look, like George here.
Because while not every Shih-Tzu will end up looking like a tiny '80s rock fan with a side part…
It's nice to know the option is there.
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This story was originally published May 10, 2026 at 7:55 PM.