DESCRIPTION

These moppish dogs are loving, entertaining and extremely affectionate. Their thick coats require some care and their loving personalities endear them to many owners.

TEMPERAMENT

The temperament has been one of the most attractive aspects of the breed since it was first established in the 1920's. They are amiable and affectionate family dogs, sensitive to their owners and gentle with older children. As is fitting a dog formerly used as a watch dog, they tend to be reserved around strangers, but should never be aggressive nor shy with them.

Suitable for apartment living, the Tibetan is still an energetic and surprisingly strong dog, and needs regular exercise. Their energy level and intelligence is well suited for dog sports such as agility. They are steadfast, determined, and clever, which can lead to them being stubborn. Some dogs of this breed can often be jealous, which can make it hard to live with another pet.

Though not yappy, the Tibetan Terrier has an assertive bark, likened to a rising siren.

HISTORY

Tibetan Terriers were known as "luck bringers" from a story that says an earthquake obliterated the only route to a particular valley where a Lamaist monastery was located. These dogs were said to be given to travelers for their return trip to keep them safe and those travelers who survived the return journey considered the dogs and themselves lucky.


Amusingly, the Tibetan Terrier is not really a terrier. It was named one due to it being of similar size as other terriers.

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