The ShihtZ Show

The Emotional Cost of Loving Dogs Too Much | Episode 6

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.

Emotional Requirements & Wellness Retreat Standards | Episode 5

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.

A Life Well Lived, Location Matters & Kuki’s Rain Refusal | Episode 4

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

A Peace Dog, Toxic Tulips & Kuki the Concierge | Episode 3

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

A Longevity Pill for Dogs? + Kuki Refuses His Bowl | Episode 2

In this episode of The Shihtz Show, we explore a surprising question: Could science help our dogs live longer? From Kuki’s News Desk, we look at a new longevity drug currently in development for dogs — and what it could mean for the future of aging. Then, in Kuki’s Confession Booth, we talk about a very specific (and very familiar) Shih Tzu behavior: why some dogs refuse to eat from a bowl… and prefer dining on their own terms. We also share a small but telling moment from Kuki’s daily routine — the kind that reminds you how much personality can fit into one small dog. Small moments, big personality. 🎙️ New episodes every Tuesday. Follow Kuki behind the scenes: https://instagram.com/kuki.shihtzshow