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Tibetan Terrier
Medium Breed
Tibetan Terriers are powerfully built, strong and sturdy little dogs with a resolute expression.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Great Britain
Weight
9-11 kg / 20-24 lbs (standards may vary)
Height
35.5-40.5 cm / 14-16 in (standards may vary)
Coat
Long coat
Markings
White, golden, cream, grey or smoke, black, parti-colour and tricolours. No specific markings
Lifespan
Above average, 12-15 years
The breed's talents include watchdog, guarding, agility, endurance and competitive obedience. The Tibetan Terrier is brave and highly intelligent, lively, outgoing and fun. Gentle and loving, the Tibetan Terrier is very loyal and devoted to his family.
Temperament
The Tibetan Terrier is alert, brave and highly intelligent. Outgoing and lively, the Tibetan Terrier is great fun. Very loyal, he is devoted to his family, with whom he displays great affection.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
Tibetan Terriers are magnificent small breed dogs, powerfully built, well-proportioned and profusely coated. Makes a lively, alert, good-natured, loyal companion dog.
- Makes a wonderful companion
- Excels as a watchdog and can be trained as a guard dog
- Adapts well to most climates
- Good for novice owners
- Does not necessarily require trimming or stripping
- A very light shedder
- Regular daily grooming required to help keep coat from knotting up
- Requires sufficient daily physical activity and mental stimulation
- Can be very flea sensitive