About the Breed
The Terrier of Tibet is better known than the national Spaniel, although in Britain it has not become popular yet. The breed is well known in India, but is now attracting more notice in England, where it appears at most of the major shows. In spite of its name, this breed is not derived from terrier stock, but was originally bred in Tibet as a herding dog. There was some confusion among the various Tibetan breeds when they first became more widely known in the West during the early years of the present century, but the Tibetan Terrier was subsequently acknowledged by the Kennel Club in Great Britain during 1937. In the United States, it was only recognised for showing purposes as recently as 1973.
Aside from their herding activities, these shaggy dogs were highly valued as companions in their homeland, and the reasons for this are not hard to recognise today. They are happy, friendly dogs with a tolerant disposition towards children. Their coat, which is now more profuse than in the past, creating a very elegant appearance, will need daily brushing to prevent it from becoming tangled.
These terriers can be bred in a wide range of colours, with only liver or chocolate being frowned upon in show circles. While in its early days the Tibetan Terrier was shown in a tousled state, many hours of preparatory work are now essential when benching these dogs. As a breed they are alert, intelligent and sporting.
Height 14-16 in (35.5-40.5 cm)
Weight 18-30 lb (8.2-13.6 kg)
Coat type/colour Coat long, profuse and fine, without being silky or curly. Colour white, cream, grey, golden, parti-colour and black. Head rather broad, of medium length; ears pendant, close and feathered; body compact and straight backed; legs straight and well boned; tail medium length, well plumed and carried gaily.

DOG INSURANCE COVER | CAT INSURANCE COVER