Important Information To Be Aware Of Relating To The Tibetan Terrier

by Brent McCoy⁽¹⁰⁾

The Tibetan Terrier (known as the "Tsang Apso" in Tibet) is very much the meaning of their native name - "shaggy dog" - and looks very much like a miniature Old English Sheepdog with a long, shaggy coat that comes in virtually any color. Despite their Western name they are not actually a terrier but rather a member of the non-sporting or utility category. The breed originated more than 2,000 years ago, and was first bred for the core reason of companionship.

A few of their more distinguishing traits are often described as sensitive and devoted nature as well as their long, shaggy coat that actually sheds very little when properly groomed - which assist in making the Tibetan Terrier a common breed of dog for families with older children and allergy sufferers.

The Tibetan Terrier's origins are largely unknown, but originated in Tibetan monasteries over 2,000 years ago where they were bred as companionship dogs that could withstand the harsh climate and were occasionally given as good luck charms to keep visitors safe on their travels. Tibetan Terriers were never sold but one female eventually left Tibet with an English doctor as a gift for saving a life. Soon they acquired a male to begin a breeding program, and this is how the Tibetan Terrier came to be introduced to the Western world. Like their relative in the Lhasa Apso, they are believed to have descended from the most ancient of dog breeds.

Tibetan Terriers are termed as a medium to small-sized dog. The recommended standard size for the Tibetan Terrier male and female is 14-17 inches high from paw to shoulder and a weight of 18-30 pounds.

The Tibetan Terrier is renowned for their devoted, sensitive, independent and sometimes mischievous manner. They are generally reserved with unfamiliar people, but their size can mean they are unsuitable as a guard dog.

The Tibetan Terrier is also known to be highly intelligent - but only rank 62nd in comparison with other dogs when considering their capacity to be taught obedience instructions. They are also famous to be good with gentle kids - making them not the best choice as a family pet with young children who will handle them too roughly. The Tibetan Terrier is sometimes friendly with other dogs as long as they are socialized well and understand that the human is the pack leader - otherwise they may try to dominate them.

The Tibetan Terrier is satisfied with a small yard to give them room to run, but they can be quite suitable for life in an apartment if they are given daily exercise.

The Tibetan Terrier enjoys endeavors that include agility trials, flyball, running around the yard or even herding. They possess a moderate quantity of energy that decreases with age and have a need for daily exercise in the shape of two short walks or outings at different times of the day to ensure they have no excess energy to burn off through destructive behavior or barking.

The Tibetan Terrier can be the perfect dog breed for a family with older children or even an allergy sufferer due to their non-shedding coat. They are well-suited for anybody who is prepared to execute a fairly high level of grooming and take time to provide them with early socialization with different people and animals and positive obedience training as well as take them on a couple of short walks every day and offer a very high sum of companionship and devotion. Though they could be a little unsuitable in households with younger children, if you are capable of meeting their need for love, keeping clean and patient guidance then the Tibetan Terrier may possibly be the perfect breed of dog for you.

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Article submitted Tuesday, January 31, 2012 & read 1 times.

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