The Tibetan Spaniel originated in Tibet and was bred purely for companionship to people. They are thought to be a mixture of the Japanese chin, Pug and Pekingese which gives them their pushed in face, coiled tail and compact body.

This breed is a loyal, outgoing and devoted dog that needs a large amount of attention from their owners. They are responsive, clever and will be a bit harder to train as they can be stubborn, so will need an owner who is patient and consistent. The Tibetan Spaniel will make great family pets because they interact very well with children and will get along well with other dogs and family pets.

The Tibetan Spaniel is a short, fine boned little dog that is delicate and dainty. They have a pushed in face with a very short muzzle, giving them a high resemblance to the Pekingese. Their legs are short yet toned and they have a coiled tail that touches their lower back. These dogs have medium sized floppy ears and small rounded paws that are stuffed with fur!

Breed Group

Non-Sporting

Size

Males: 10 inches high
Females: 10 inches high

Weight

Males: 9-15 lbs
Females: 9-15 lbs

Color(s)

The Tibetan Spaniel will be a variety of colours and markings such as red, black & tan, fawn, black, light blonde, and white. Most commonly seen is the red or light blonde but all are accepted in the show ring.

Coat

This breed has a fine, silky coat that is soft to the touch. It hangs loosely off the dog and should not be curly or wavy. They will need weekly brushing to remove the dead coat but this will be a very minimal amount to be done.

Life Expectancy

About 12-15 years.

Personality

The Tibetan Spaniel is an excellent companion breed and will be very defensive of their territory and owners. They will be more weary around people they’ve never met but will warm up after a few meetings. These dogs are notoriously good with children as they are light hearted and love to play. The Tibetan Spaniel, despite their size will make a great watchdog because they have a loud, shrill bark that will be sure to alert the household!

This breed will need a firm hand when training because they can have a “my way or the highway” attitude at times. They are a joy to own and will just need more repetition and consistency during training to allow them to grasp the concepts of obedience or little tricks.

Care

The Tibetan Spaniel will need a minimal amount of grooming to upkeep their coat. Brushing once per week and bathing every 1-2 months will be perfect to keep them looking neat and clean. This breed might be prone to breathing difficulties (due to their pushed inwards face) but they are generally a healthy breed not prone to many inherited diseases.

Training

The Tibetan Spaniel is a stubborn little dog that will need an owner who is patient and can be clear with commands. Training lessons that are kept short and are made to be enjoyable will definitely help this breed out and will enable them to understand the commands much quicker. Consistency and repetition are the keys and as long as the owner is firm, they will pick up obedience in no time!

Activity

The Tibetan Spaniel will need about a half an hour of exercise per day to tire them out. A trip to an off-leash dog park or a walk will be perfect for this breed. Time spent running around chasing a ball or playing with other dogs will be much more efficient because these dogs love to run and will burn their energy much quicker doing so. The Tibetan Spaniel will do well in an apartment and won’t need a backyard but access to one would be a bonus.

The American Eskimo is a beautiful and well balanced Spitz-type, it looks like a miniature snowy white Samoyed. No one knows exactly when and how they originated.

The American Eskimo is possibly related to the White German Spitz (imported from Germany in the 1800′s), White Keeshond and Samoyed, however as is commonly thought it was not descended from nordic sled dogs.

It has been bred solely to be a loving companion and hardy watch dog, he is wonderful with his family including children and is known for their beauty, agility and longevity.

Breed Group

Non-Sporting, Toy, Miniature, and Standard.

Size

- Toy: 9-12 inches tall (at shoulder)
- Miniature: 12-15 inches tall (at shoulder)
- Standard: 15-19 inches tall (at shoulder)

Weight

- Toy: 6-10 lbs

- Miniature: 10-20 lbs
- Standard: 18-35 lbs

Color(s)

Pure white, off white or cream.

Coat

The American Eskimo Dog has a double coat. The undercoat is dense and plush-like, while outer coat is harsh and straight, not curly or wavy.

Life Expectancy

About 12 – 15 years.

Personality

The American Eskimo are considered to be one of the most intelligent of all dog breeds. He is a charming, affectionate, hardy and playful nordic type dog who enjoy cold better than hot weather. Eminently pet-able, Eskimos need to be part of the family and loves to be lavished with attention. Naturally wary of strangers, never overly shy nor aggressive, they become instant friends once introduced to them.

Care

The American Eskimo is an exceptionally healthy breed, although they are prone to hip dysplasia, cataracts and progressive retinal atrophy, also fleas can cause dermatitis.

The thick snowy white coat is easier to maintain then you may think because it contains natural oil that drive-off dirt.

The American Eskimo need to be brush three or four time a week with a firm bristle in spring and summer because he tend to sheds heavily, otherwise grooming is moderate.

Training

Eskies are easily trained and extremely intelligent, he learn new tasks quickly and tend to ranks highly in obedience trials. The American Eskimo need to be stimulated and is training must be done with firmness, gentleness and consistency. They make excellent watchdogs of their family and home, suspicious and wary, they bark to announce the presence of strangers.

Activity

American Eskimos must have regular daily exercise because this breed can gain weight easily if it does not get enough. Eskies are very active indoors and benefit immensely from family play sessions. They enjoy daily walks or playing in an enclosed yard.

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon (WPG) has an uncertain origin, some historians say France and some say the Netherlands. They are a mixture of the Setter, German Pointer, Barbet, German Griffon and various Spaniels. These dogs are not common but they are fantastic hard working dogs that would be an asset to any hunter.

This breed has a muscular, athletic body and straight, toned legs. They have a long powerful muzzle and large round eyes which give them a friendly look. The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has large floppy ears, and a thick rough coat that will protect them colder climates as well as cold water. Naturally this breed has a long slender tail, but for show purposes it will be docked.

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a loving, happy and loyal pet that will make an excellent companion as well as an excellent worker. They are great family dogs because they interact well with children and other family pets but tend to be more energetic and will need more exercise per day compared to other breeds. Even though they are considered a more difficult dog to raise, they will do well with an owner who is able to be firm and stay patient with them while training.

Breed Group

Sporting

Size

Males: 20-24 inches high

Females: 20-24 inches high

Weight

Males: 50-60 lbs
Females: 50-60 lbs

Color(s)

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon will only come in 2 coat colours which are a rich brown or gray with patches of brown. Most commonly seen is the gray with brown patches but both colour variations are accepted for show standards.

Coat

This breed has dense, harder textured fur that is wiry to the touch. They have a double layered coat with the outer layer being bristle-like and thick, and the under layer being plushy and insulating. The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon definitely needs their type of coat for the conditions in which they hunt because it’s not only the weather they need protection from, it is also the terrain!

Life Expectancy

About 10-12 years.

Personality

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon will need an owner who has ample time to spend exercising and raising them. These are not the type of dogs who can be left alone too often because they thrive on the affection and attention they get from their owners. This breed is incredibly intelligent and should be more simple to train provided their owners are repetitive and gentle! The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is also protective of their territory and will make a good watchdog as they will gladly alert the family or their owners of intruders!

Despite their outgoing personality, the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon will be more weary of people they’ve never met, but upon introduction will warm up. These dogs will need to be socialized as much as possible as puppies, especially around people, dogs and busier locations, so they will become adjusted to these as adults.

Care

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon will need a minimal amount of grooming to upkeep their coat. Brushing once per week and bathing every 1-2 months is all this breed needs! Once per year they should have their fur stripped just to ensure the dead coat is expelled. The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is prone to hip dysplasia but is generally a very healthy breed!

Training

This breed will need gentle repetitive training in order for them to be taught obedience or any type of training. They are clever dogs that will be able to pick up the concept quickly, plus they have the motivation to please their owners! Training sessions should be kept short with this breed so they have time in between to let the information sink in.

Activity

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon will need at least 1-2 hours of exercise per day to tire them out. They are an energetic breed that will need time spent off leash to run around or swim! These dogs will only be happy once they are exercised thoroughly enough and have had their dose of attention for the day. The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon will do well in a household environment with a backyard because they need as much space as possible to live in.

The Sussex Spaniel originated in England and was bred to chase game out of hiding and locate/retrieve them for their owner. They are thought to be a mixture of various Springer Spaniels and the Field Spaniel. This breed came very close to extinction and were selectively bred to a safe level but are still a rarity today.

This breed has a long body and shortened muscular legs giving their body a high resemblance to the Basset Hound and the Clumber Spaniel. Their eyes are large and they have long, floppy ears. The Sussex Spaniel will have a long muzzle, wide chest and big paws. Naturally these dogs have a long tail, but will be docked for show purposes.

The Sussex Spaniel is a very docile, sweet breed that has a laid back attitude. They are energetic while working but for the most part are at ease and take life at a slow pace. This breed is not common, but will make a great family pet because they adore children and interact well with other animals. Sussex Spaniels have a stubborn streak, but are generally obedient and want nothing but to please their masters.

Breed Group

Sporting

Size

Males: 13-16 inches high
Females: 13-16 inches high

Weight

Males: 35-45 lbs
Females: 35-45 lbs

Color(s)

The Sussex Spaniel will come in a golden liver which is a light reddish brown colouring. This is the only colour that is accepted for show standards and it must be solid or the dog will be disqualified.

Coat

This breed has a long, straight coat that cascades from their belly, chest, tail and legs. Their fur is flat but will be loosely wavy at the ends and is fine to the touch. The Sussex Spaniel will only need a moderate amount of grooming for their fur and brushing them 3-4 times per week will be sufficient.

Life Expectancy

About 12-15 years.

Personality

The Sussex Spaniel is an intelligent dog but will need an owner who can be gentle and repetitive with their training. These dogs can have a willful attitude at times and will need their owner to be firm when necessary. They love to be the center of attention and will live up every moment of it! The Sussex Spaniel should not be left alone too often because they might take up barking as an extracurricular activity as well as become very lonely.

Despite their working abilities and skills, the Sussex Spaniel makes a fantastic pet. They are renowned for their calm persona and can be owned by elderly, couples, and families. These merry, amiable dogs will make a good house pet and excellent watchdog, prepared to alert the family at a moments notice.

Care

The Sussex Spaniel will need a moderate amount of grooming to upkeep their coat. Brushing a few times per week and bathing every 1-2 months will be excellent. This breed is prone to Intervertebral Disc Disease and ear infections but both of these ailments are due to their physical build. They will become overweight if they’re fed too much so their owner will need to monitor the food intake.

Training

The Sussex Spaniel will need a gentle owner who can train them using firm and repetitive methods. They can be stubborn so will need consistency as well as shorter lessons for them to grasp obedience. If the training sessions are made to be fun, this breed will relate commands to positive outcomes and they will want to continue to learn.

Activity

This breed will need about an hour of exercise per day to tire them out. Trips to an off-leash park or longer walks will be perfect. Although they are a more calm breed, when out for exercise, they become quite energetic and will run around excitedly! The Sussex Spaniel will do well in a household environment because they need as much space as they can get to live in. A backyard would be preferable so they can have access to an outdoor area at home.

The Spinone Italiano originated in Italy and was bred to be a hunters right hand man and either retrieve, point out, or hunt down game. It is thought that this breed is a mixture of the German Wirehaired Pointer, Russian Setter or Spanish Pointer (two of which are now extinct) but this is uncertain. These dogs were given their name from the shrub they would find their prey in which was called the “pino”.

This breed has a large resemblance to the German Wirehaired Pointer in the way that both their bodies are lean and muscular and both have long, powerful muzzles. The Spinone Italiano has large floppy ears, and big circular eyes which gives them their sweet expression. They have strong, straight legs giving them their lengthy stride when on the hunt and a thick wiry coat that will protect them from rough terrain and cold weather. Naturally the Spinone’s tail would be long but for show purposes will be docked.

The Spinone Italiano is a sweet, caring breed that is laid back and well-behaved. They are extremely affectionate and adore children, making them great for family pets as well as excellent working companions. This breed has a very high motivation to please their owners and will go the extra mile to do so. Hunting and retrieving are their specialty but if trained correctly in a gentle manner, can be taught many other different ways to help out their master on a hunt!

Breed Group

Sporting

Size

Males: 23-28 inches high
Females: 22-26 inches high

Weight

Males: 75-86 lbs
Females: 61-75 lbs

Color(s)

The Spinone Italiano will come in a brown & white, speckled brown, white, orange, speckled orange and brown with white markings. These dogs will have a large variety of coat patterns, markings, and patches but as long as their colours are within these standards, they will be accepted into show rings.

Coat

These dogs have a wiry coat that is very similar to the German Wirehaired Pointer but the Spinone will only have one layer of fur. To the touch, their coat will be dense yet hard giving them much protection from shrubs and other low to the ground plants that could potentially scratch or scrape them when on a hunt.

Life Expectancy

About 8-12 years.

Personality

The Spinone Italiano is a versatile, low-key dog that will be great for people that like to relax and lay back with their pet or for people that like to be outdoors on an adventure. They are moldable dogs that will adapt to the lifestyle of their owners, provided they still get regular exercise. These dogs are very emotional and will tap into their owners moods, so a gentle attitude and manner towards this dog is always a must because it is quite possible for them to have hurt feelings otherwise! The Spinone will always want to please their owner and make them happy, so disciplining will need to be done sensitively.

These dogs have a charming little personality, they are said to be comedians in dog suits! They enjoy playing, performing little tricks, and keeping the mood light with their funny antics! They are definitely a breed that will need to be included in family activities because if left alone too often, will become depressed. Socialization will be needed as puppies around other animals and people to ensure they will not be shy or aggressive as adults.

Care

The Spinone Italiano will need very minimal grooming to upkeep their coat. Brushing 1-2 times per week and bathing every 2 months will be perfect for this breed! Their coat is not quite long enough to tangle, but will need to have the dead fur removed weekly. The Spinone is prone to Cerebellar Ataxia, hip dysplasia and bloat. Generally they are a healthy breed but potential owners should have the puppy’s parents medical history checked before buying, just to see what their puppy might be genetically inheriting.

Training

This breed is incredibly smart and will not need a large amount of training to understand basic obedience. However they will need an owner who can stay calm and remain firm but in a gentle manner because these dogs will show guilt if they are disciplined to harshly. Short training lessons that are made to be fun and positive, will make all the difference for this breed’s understanding of any type of training concept so their owner will need to be repetitive and clear with each new command they introduce.

Activity

The Spinone Italiano will need about a half and hour to an hour of exercise per day to tire them out. Long walks or trips to a dog park will be perfect to burn off their energy. They are not as hyperactive as other sporting dogs, but will still be quite energetic! These dogs will do well in an apartment as long as they get their regular exercise and access to a backyard would be preferable so they have an outdoor area at home to roam around in.

The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever (NSDTR) originated in Nova Scotia and was bred to attract ducks until they were in range for the hunter, and to collect them once they were down. They are thought to be a mixture of the Labrador, Irish Setter, Flat Coated Retriever, Cocker Spaniel and Chesapeake Bay retriever! The variety of hunting and sporting breeds combined into this dog make the NSDTR excellent at their job and gives them a high prey drive.

This breed has a compact, athletic body with toned, thin legs. They have a long, slender muzzle and medium sized floppy ears that are pricked upwards. The NSDTR has large curious eyes and a long bushy tail that is used as a rudder when retrieving game that has landed in water.

The NSDTR is a lively, loving breed that will make a great working partner as well as a great family dog because they adore children, dogs and smaller pets. This breed is friendly, outgoing and affectionate and will be a simpler dog to train, but their owners will experience their stubbornness at times! NSDTR’s thrive on the attention and praise they get from their owners because they need to know that they are needed!

Breed Group

Sporting

Size

Males: 17-21 inches high

Females: 17-21 inches high

Weight

Males: 37-51 lbs
Females: 37-51 lbs

Color(s)

The NSDTR will only be a reddish colour but can come in different shades of the red. White patches or markings on their paws, tail, and chest are permitted but they must not be large.

Coat

This breed has a wavy, smooth textured double layered coat. The outer layer is a bit more coarse and long but the under layer is plushy and thick. The NSDTR will not need extensive grooming but weekly brushing and monthly bathes should be perfect!

Life Expectancy

About 12-14 years.

Personality

The NSDTR is an active, smart and energetic breed that will need a large amount of exercise to keep them happy. Despite their small size, this breed should have at least 1-2 hours of physical activity per day. This breed is outgoing and friendly with family and friends but when it comes to people they’ve never met, they tend to be more weary until they are introduced. NSDTR’s have an unusually strong bond with their owners and they literally thrive on the affection they get from them.

These dogs are in a constant mind of play and usually find things to keep them entertained. They love to explore and are high spirited dogs making friends everywhere they go! This cheerful breed will do best with an active owner or family that enjoys outdoor sports or events.

Care

The NSDTR will need a minimal amount of grooming maintenance to upkeep their coat. Brushing 1-2 times per week and bathing every 2 months will be great! These dogs are prone to hip dysplasia, eye ailments such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy and possibly thyroid problems. For the most part, this breed is generally quite healthy!

Training

These dogs are incredibly clever and will just need a gentle owner who can be firm while teaching them. Shorter lessons that take place multiple times per day will be much more effective as it will give the dogs more repetition and time for the information to sink in. NSDTR’s are not a difficult breed to train because they have such a high motivation to please their owners.

Activity

The NSDTR will need at least 1-2 hours of exercise per day to tire them out. This can be done running at an off-leash park or swimming in a lake. These dogs don’t really care what sort of activities they do but as long as they and their owners are having fun, that’s all that matters! They will be well off in an apartment as long as they are taken out every day and a backyard is not needed but access to one would be a bonus.

The Irish Setter derived from a variety of spaniels, setters, and pointers. He is probably older then the English Setter, but both are ancestors of the heavier Old Spanish Pointer breed.

The Irish Setter is both a pointer and retriever, who has a rich, exuberant red mahogany coat and a communicative expression. He is a fast field dog sturdy over any terrain and in any climate and nice hunting companion with an excellent sense of smell.

Breed Group

Sporting

Size

24 – 28 inches tall (at shoulder)

Weight

60 – 75 lbs

Color(s)

The color of the Irish Setter is rich red from mahogany to chestnut.

Coat

The Irish Setter’s smooth coat is short and fine on head, forelegs and ear tips while moderately long and flat elsewhere.

Life Expectancy

About 11 – 15 years.

Personality

The Irish Setter has boundless energy, very impulsive this dog is full of life. Typically Irish with is friendly “sense of humor”, the Irish Setter seem ignoring apparent danger or difficulties, joyous, woozy and stubborn are used to outline this impulsive and lovable breed.

Good natured, intelligent and very affectionate the Irish Setter enjoy being around people, he is excellent with children and not aggressive towards other dogs, however, due to its boisterous and headstrong personality this breed is not recommended for the average home.

Care

The Irish Setter is especially prone to epilepsy and allergic skin diseases. They also suffer from elbow and hip dysplasia, PRA (Progressive Retinal Atrophy) and hypothyroidism.

Unfortunately this breed tends to bloat, it may be wise to feed them two or three small meals a day instead of one big one. The Irish Setter require only a daily brushing and combing to keep its coat in excellent condition free of mats or tangles. Bathing and dry shampoo only when necessary, this breed is a medium shedder.

Training

Often difficult to train because of their flighty and giddy personality the Irish Setter requires patient, firm and consistent training at an early age to prevent development of bad habits. The Irish Setter is a fine well-rounded hunting dog who does well on any terrain even on wetlands, some of its many talents include hunting, tracking, retrieving and pointing.

Activity

The Irish Setter is mostly more active than the other breeds and is best suited to country environment rather than apartment life. Without any outdoor activities scheduled or not given enough exercise the Irish Setter will become hyperactive and difficult to manage.

The Setter was first developed in France in 1500 and comes from the Spanish pointer and the French pointer.

It’s only in the early 1800′s that the English Setter was developed by Sir Edward Laverack. A second strain of English Setters was also created by the English breeder, Llewelling.

Breed Group

Sporting

Size

Male: 24-27 inches
Female: 23-26 inches

Weight

Male: 55-80 lbs
Female: 45-70 lbs

Color(s)

The English Setter is a white dog with colored markings in a pattern known as the Belton pattern. Its coat has patches of color on the head and ears with flecks all over the coat. There can be blue Belton (black and white), orange Belton, blue Belton with tan markings, lemon Belton or liver Belton.

Coat

The coat of the English Setter is flat, with feathering on chest, abdomen, ears, under the thighs, back of the legs and on the tail.

Life Expectancy

About 10 – 12 years.

Personality

The English Setter is a very calm dog with mild manners. This gentle and friendly breed is excellent with children. Always asking for affection, it needs lots of companionship. The English Setter is a sensitive, enthusiastic and lively dog that enjoys playing with other dogs. They are very good companion dogs and can make adequate guard dogs.

Care

The English Setter is prone to hip dysplasia. This breed must never be overfed as it tends to gain weight easily.

The English Setter needs regular combing and brushing to prevent matting. Bathe or dry shampoo only when necessary. The hair on the feet must be trimmed and the nails, clipped.

Training

The training of the English Setter should start early and must never be done harshly.

Activity

The English Setter is very energetic; it needs plenty of daily exercise, preferably off the leash, to be manageable.

The English Cocker Spaniel or Cocker Spaniel gets its name from the woodcock, a bird that hides in dense thickets and for whom this spaniel was originally bred to hunt.

The different types of English Cocker Spaniels were separated into seven breeds; the Clumber, the Sussex, the Field, the English Springer, the Welsh Springer, the Irish Water Spaniel, and the Cocker.

The English Cocker Spaniel is a hardy, alert and energetic breed, known as a lovable, sweet and affectionate dog.

Breed Group

Sporting

Size

14 – 17 inches tall (at shoulder)

Weight

26 – 34 lbs

Color(s)

The English Cocker Spaniel colors are white appearing in combination with solid black, black and tan, liver or red markings, orange, or lemon.

Coat

The Medium-length coat is silky and smooth. Short on head, medium-long on body.

Life Expectancy

About 12 – 15 years.

Personality

English Cocker Spaniels are generally considered affectionate, joyful and as an active friends to all people. This happy little dog loves to play and makes an outstanding companion for kids and enjoys being included in family activities.

This dog gets along very well with other dogs, cats and family pets in the household.

Care

Prone to occasional ear problems his long ears require regular care and attention, especially during the summer. Clean out excess wax and check for ticks and signs of infection. They may also suffer from PRA (progressive retinal atrophy) and rage syndrome. His fine smooth coat required regular grooming and it may be necessary to take the dog to an occasional professional trimming. Regular combing and brushing of the coat is required, as the coat is prone to tangles. Bathe or dry shampoo as necessary.

Training

Naturally willing to learn and with a real desire to please the English Cocker Spaniel breed is widely easy to train and quickly understands what is expected of it. Males tend to be more cooperative than females who are fairly dominant.

Cockers should be handled with gentleness and firmness as they are sensitive but also independent, otherwise it may try to take over your role. The talents of this breed are hunting, tracking, watchdogging, agility, competitive obedience and he was also utilized for retrieving game from the water.

Activity

If it is sufficiently exercised the English Cocker Spaniels will do ok in an apartment life, but they do best when he gets plenty of outdoor exercise in an average-sized fenced yard. He enjoys country walks, swimming, fetching a ball and as much exercise as you can give it.

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Tibetan Mastiff dogs belong to an ancient stock, they may have been in existence as early as the stone or bronze age.
Also known as Do-Khyi, the Tibetan Mastiff is believed to be the originator of the majority of Molossus and Mastiffs throughout the world.

The breed began to disappear in Tibet during the 19th century, but in the mid 1800′s, a lot of Tibetan Mastiff was imported to England.
The British breeders have perfected and propagated the breed which has virtually died in the Orient, even now they are still rare.

Those that remain in Tibet are difficult to train, savage and unpredictable, but those that were raised in England are much more trainable and attached to their masters.

Breed Group

Working

Size

24 – 28 inches tall (at shoulder)

Weight

140 – 180 lbs

Color(s)

The Tibetan Mastiff is usually black, brown and bluish gray, also sable, gold, cream, or red with or without tan markings.

Coat

The Tibetan Mastiff is double coated, the undercoat is soft and very thick making him resistant to cold weather, while the outer coat is fairly long and coarse to the touch.

Life Expectancy

About 12 – 15 years.

Personality

The Tibetan Mastiff is a powerful dog very protective and territorial, independent and highly intelligent, he was bred to take initiative.
Mutual respect between him and his master is essential, he require to be treated as companions rather than house pets.

Very loyal to its family he is calm and well-tempered, usually patient and gentle with children he is aloof towards strangers and should be supervised when introduced to other animals.

Care

Usually a healthy breed, he is prone to hip dysplasia, skin, thyroid and ear problems, also an unusual genetic problem called CIDN (Canine Inherited Demyelinative Neuropathy).
The Tibetan Mastiff sheds only once per year during spring or summer, daily brushing should be performed during this time, weekly brushing otherwise should be sufficient.
The Tibetan Mastiff is good for allergy sufferers because he has very little dog odor.

Training

The Tibetan Mastiff is not for everyone, this breed does not have a long history of close

relationship with people, so a dominant and respectful handler is a must for this strong willed breed.
However, with the right training, this highly-valued dog can do well in obedience, agility, and as an outstanding guard.

Activity

The Tibetan Mastiff is not suited to live in apartments and he is relatively inactive indoors.
He likes to climb and dig, so he should have at least a large securely fenced yard.
Regular walks in the woods will make him happy, however he’s not a ball player or anything like that.