The ShihtZ Show

Does Kuki carry the legendary “Buddha’s kiss”? This week, we explore the story behind the white marking on some Shih Tzus, meet Valerie—the miniature dachshund who survived 529 days alone in the Australian wilderness—and check out The New York Times’ new dog tee. Plus, Kuki develops a one-sided romance with the horses below Madrid’s Royal Palace, while Daisy rearranges their morning walks for the best possible view. Follow us on Instagram at @kuki.shihtzshow, and watch The Shihtz Show on YouTube.

By the time you hear this, Kuki and Daisy will have traded Barcelona for Madrid—but Kuki was not consulted. This week, we compare dog leash rules in Madrid and Barcelona, meet one of the earliest canine models in photographic history, and share the extraordinary rescue of a dog found swimming alone a mile off the coast of Mexico. Plus, we reveal the winners of New York’s Dog and Owner Look-Alike Contest, confess how Kuki reacts to suspicious suitcases, and begin a new chapter in Madrid’s Ópera neighborhood. Because a new city means new sidewalks, new cafés—and an entirely new audience for Kuki to quietly judge. New episodes every Tuesday.

How long is too long to leave your dog home alone—and who really has the separation anxiety: the dog or the human? This week, we compare the rules for leaving dogs alone in Spain and the United States, share the incredible story of Chong—a missing dog reunited with his family after more than five years—and explore when featuring dogs in fashion can encourage unhealthy breed trends. Plus, Outkast’s Big Boi judges a Dog and Owner Lookalike Contest in Brooklyn, and Kuki enters his luxury-loungewear era with a personalized Zara Home bathrobe. And next week, The Shihtz Show begins a new chapter—from Madrid! 🐾🇪🇸

Spain goes dark—and Kuki gets left behind. This week, we share what happened when Daisy went to see the historic total solar eclipse while Kuki stayed safely at home in Logroño. Also on Kuki’s News Desk: rescue pug Jinny Lu is crowned the 2026 World’s Ugliest Dog, we compare the confusing rules for traveling with dogs in Spain and New York City, and Outkast’s Big Boi prepares to judge Brooklyn’s first Dogfish Head Dog and Owner Lookalike Contest. Another week of rescue stories, transportation negotiations and questionable decisions from Kuki’s international staff. Watch The Shihtz Show on YouTube: @TheShihtZShowPod Follow Kuki on Instagram: @kuki.shihtzshow

ndia’s Indie dogs are finally getting the recognition they deserve, while Babu—a heroic Shih Tzu in Japan—shows just how powerful a tiny dog’s instincts can be. Meanwhile in Barcelona, Kuki has fully embraced the local dining culture. In this week’s Confession Booth, we reveal why floor-level seating is generally unacceptable to His Highness. Then, The Edit takes us to Loló Més Que Vins , Kuki’s neighborhood favorite in Sants, where filtered water and a personalized stool await their most important customer. Follow Kuki on Instagram: @kuki.shihtzshow Watch The Shihtz Show on YouTube: @TheShihtZShowPod

We just discovered that July 24 was National Shih Tzu Day—but Kuki would like to know why his holiday falls in the middle of summer, when he refuses to walk in the heat. This week, we propose moving the celebration to winter, explore new research into helping dogs live longer and healthier lives, and confront Barcelona’s enormous flying cockroaches. Then, in Kuki’s Confession Booth, nighttime bathroom emergencies send Daisy searching for the almighty FortiFlora. Follow Kuki’s adventures on Instagram @kuki.shihtzshow and watch The Shihtz Show on YouTube @TheShihtZShowPod.

This week on The Shihtz Show , Guardia Civil officers carry a dog to safety as wildfires spread across Spain, China’s first corgi police dog loses his bonus for sleeping on the job, and Jet Set Pets reveals 14 dog-friendly choices for NYC Restaurant Week. Meanwhile, Daisy confesses that she now judges restaurants by how they treat Kuki—even though he contributes nothing to the meal—and Kuki begins preparing his own guide to dog-friendly cafés, restaurants, and terraces in Barcelona. Follow Kuki on Instagram: @kuki.shihtzshow Watch The Shihtz Show on YouTube: @TheShihtZShowPod New episodes every Tuesday. 🐾

Kuki takes his first train ride in Spain—but staying inside his carrier proves entirely optional. On Kuki’s News Desk, Renfe expands train travel for dogs weighing up to 40 kilograms, Spain’s emotional Dog House series highlights pet adoption, and Japan’s booming pet-care industry reflects a country where fur babies now outnumber children under 15. Then, Kuki travels north to La Rioja in search of cooler evenings—only to continue his royal dead-stops. Plus, he celebrates Spain’s dramatic World Cup victory from the comfort of his own personal transportation department: Daisy’s lap. Follow Kuki on Instagram: @kuki.shihtzshow Watch The Shihtz Show on YouTube: @TheShihtZShowPod

Dogs are making World Cup predictions, New York City announces new support for pets, and Europe continues to battle intense summer heat. This week, Daisy shares why Kuki unexpectedly demanded to leave a dog-friendly restaurant in Barcelona—and how air conditioning won the argument. Plus, Kuki discovers that French duck breast may be his newest favorite meal. 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday. 📺 Prefer the visual version? Watch The Shihtz Show on YouTube at @TheShihtZShowPod . 🐾 Follow Kuki's adventures on Instagram: @kuki.shihtzshow .

Three weeks into Barcelona, summer has officially arrived—and Kuki has declared direct sunlight unacceptable. This week on The Shihtz Show , we talk about keeping dogs safe during the heatwave, the incredible story of a missing dog reunited with its family after being spotted celebrating at the World Cup, Kuki's legendary "royal dead-stop" during walks, and the tiny collapsible travel water bowl that's become our summer essential. New episodes every Tuesday. Follow Kuki's adventures on Instagram @kuki.shihtzshow .

Kuki is settling into life in Barcelona... with one major exception: the local pigeons. This week on The Shihtz Show , Daisy shares why Spain is one of Europe's biggest pet-loving countries, how Kuki stayed safe during Catalonia's famous Night of Fire, and an exciting casting call from The Dogist for dogs in New York City. Plus, Kuki confesses that pigeons are still his greatest obsession—no matter what country he's in—and, against all odds, he's actually been eating his new food without any negotiations. A weekly podcast about everyday life with one very opinionated Shih Tzu, told with humor, travel adventures, and stories every dog lover will recognize. New episodes every Tuesday.

One week into Barcelona, and Kuki is already making his opinions known. This week on The Shihtz Show: 🐾 On Kuki's News Desk: Why dog owners in Barcelona carry special water bottles on walks, and how cleaning up after your dog's pee is taken far more seriously here than back in the United States. Plus, a canine actor steals the spotlight at the Cannes Film Festival's annual Palm Dog Awards. 🐾 Kuki's Confession Booth: What started as nonstop scratching turned into an unexpected allergy investigation. Was Kuki reacting to Barcelona's famous plane trees? 🐾 The Edit: A visit to a local vet leads to a medical bath, some relief from the itching, and the discovery of a premium air-dried dog food that Kuki immediately approves of—even if the price tag makes his butler nervous. Join Daisy and Kuki for another week of travel, dog ownership, and everyday life with a Shih Tzu who who treats every destination like he owns the place. Follow Kuki on Instagram: @kuki.shihtzshow Watch full visual episodes on YouTube: @TheShihtZShowPod

On this week's episode of The Shihtz Show : 🐾 Kuki reports on Steve, a paralyzed dog in Denver whose stolen wheelchair was replaced thanks to a generous local company. 🤖 Robot dogs are helping rescue teams in dangerous situations, prompting Kuki to consider a career change. Unfortunately, the job requires listening, arriving on time, and coming when called. 🙏 In Kuki's Confession Booth, we discuss a command he knows perfectly well—but chooses to treat as optional. 🥕 And on The Edit, Kuki reviews air-dried rabbit treats, proving once again that finding a snack he approves of is less shopping and more casting call. Plus, Kuki shares his thoughts on compliance, people-watching, and why management never really takes vacation. Follow Kuki on Instagram: @kuki.shihtzshow Watch full video episodes and clips on YouTube: @TheShihtZShowPod New episodes every Tuesday. 🐾

The World Cup is coming to our area, puppies are getting their own soccer tournament, and Kuki is preparing for something even more important... His first trip to Spain. This week on Kuki's News Desk, we look at dogs joining the World Cup excitement and discover which country is home to one of the world's most valuable soccer clubs. In Confession Booth, I admit why I'm slightly nervous about flying with Kuki after his less-than-successful experience on his only previous flight. And in The Edit, we talk about the travel item that has suddenly become the most important object in our household. As always, life with Kuki involves paperwork, negotiations, and a Shih Tzu who believes the rules are for everyone else. Follow Kuki on Instagram: @kuki.shihtzshow New episodes every Tuesday.

Welcome back to The Shihtz Show —the podcast about everyday life with a Shih Tzu who lives here rent-free and somehow ended up in charge. This week, Kuki's News Desk explores two stories from the ever-growing world of pet parenting. First, we look at how Gen Z is approaching pet ownership differently, spending more time, money, and attention on their pets than ever before. Then, we dive into the surprising rise of pet psychics—animal communicators who claim to connect with pets through telepathy, energy healing, and even conversations from beyond the rainbow bridge. In Kuki's Confession Booth, I admit how my opinion on dog strollers changed dramatically once I became a Shih Tzu butler. And for this week's Edit, we're revisiting Kuki's recent It-Place, Jenny & Moongchy, and sharing why his new summer carrier has become one of our favorite finds. Whether you're a devoted dog parent, a curious skeptic, or someone who's ever made a questionable purchase for your pet, this episode is for you. Follow Kuki on Instagram: @kuki.shihtzshow Watch visual episodes and clips on YouTube: The Shihtz Show

This week on The Shihtz Show… Kuki responds to the internet debating whether Shih Tzus are secretly geniuses or simply very committed to selective listening. We discuss Kelly Ripa defending Shih Tzus on live television, a rescue story involving over 50 Shih Tzus near Austin, Texas, and Kuki’s extremely specific barking preferences toward younger, smaller, and female dogs. Plus, Kuki discovers a new favorite pet store in New Jersey… and immediately behaves like a silent investor with full financial confidence. Hosted by Daisy, overworked butler to a Shih Tzu who lives here rent-free and still acts like ownership. New episodes every Tuesday.

On this week’s episode of The Shihtz Show , Kuki´s butler spirals emotionally into the world of dog longevity… and realizes she would probably do almost anything for more healthy years with Kuki. From longevity pills and AI pet collars to dog cloning and the rising emotional economy of pet parenting, this episode explores just how deeply people love their dogs — maybe a little too much. Kuki also attends The Dogist walk in Central Park, silently judges strangers from his carrier, and once again reminds everyone that being a picky eater is apparently a full-time personality trait. Plus: • The Dogist & dog lover culture • Why Kuki rejects food before accepting it • Freeze-dried meal toppers that save the butler’s sanity • Emotional support via side-eye Kuki has nothing more to add today. 🎙️ New episodes every Tuesday.

This week on The Shihtz Show … Kuki covers the rescue of over 1,500 lab beagles now finding homes across the U.S., including New York and New Jersey. We also discuss the scientific “evidence” supporting dogs who sleep on the bed — news Kuki immediately accepted as official policy. In Confession Booth, we address Kuki’s strict nighttime contact requirements and why the butler can no longer fully stretch her legs. And in The Edit, we examine the surprisingly refined diet of an extremely picky Shih Tzu who rejects meals like a difficult food critic… yet somehow enjoys carrots, green beans, and air-dried beets while the butler survives on Trader Joe’s chips. Welcome back to The Shihtz Show — where the dogs have emotional requirements, the butlers have no personal space… and the household negotiations continue next Tuesday.

In this episode of The Shihtz Show, Kuki’s News Desk looks at what it really means to live well — from a dog who lived to 31 years in a small village in Portugal, to a 91-year-old woman in Brazil celebrating her birthday surrounded by ten dogs. We also share a New York moment, with a Central Park dog walk hosted in collaboration with The Dogist — a gathering that promises a wide range of personalities. In Confession Booth, I talk about how Kuki communicates his displeasure in very specific ways — and what that reveals about expectations, boundaries, and life with a Shih Tzu. And in The Edit, Kuki weighs in on matters of taste and standards, with this week’s It-Moment: staying in as an act of rain refusal. A little reflective, a little observational — and very much a study in how environment shapes behavior. New episodes every Tuesday. Follow Kuki on Instagram: @kuki.shihtzshow

In this episode of the Shihtz Show, Kuki’s News Desk reports on an unexpected “peace dog” walking alongside Buddhist monks, a spring safety warning every dog parent should know, and a Shih Tzu who may be quietly angling for a career in lobby management. In Confession Booth, I share why I carry Kuki downstairs — and how some small rituals with our dogs can become little love stories. And in The Edit, Kuki returns to his post as self-appointed condo concierge. Whimsy, side-eye, spiritual canines, and questionable landscaping choices… just another week in Kuki’s world. New episodes every Tuesday. Follow Kuki on Instagram: @kuki.shihtzshow