why of course they should be spoiled. we have 2 shih-tzus, shushu who is 9, and lelei (shushu's dog) who is 7. They are wonderful very balanced dogs who sleep where they want to. work as a team for treats, and have that "stare" down to perfection. shu shu is very smart. two years ago I was in bed for a week with my back and when I called for my husband she would go to the end of the hall and bark and we finally figured it out that she was barking for him to come quick. can't imagine life without them. best kids of our two and dh's two.