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Tibetan Spaniel
Tara, the Tibetan Spaniel at 12 months old
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Pronunciation |
Tibetan
Spaniel |
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Description |
This is a small dog that looks rather
like a Pekingese, but with a slightly longer face, less profuse coat and no
extra skin around the eyes. He is somewhat longer than tall. The dog should
carry himself proudly. The top of the head is slightly rounded, and the
medium-length muzzle is blunt and strong. The expressive oval eyes are dark
brown and the nose should be black. A slight undershot bite is preferred by
breeders. The Tibetan Spaniel has a plumed tail curled over his back, feathered
pendent ears and soft, silky, medium-length, flat coat. The neck sports a mane
of longer hair. The coat comes in many shades, gold, cream, fawn, red, white,
black and black & tan. They may be solid, multi-colored or shaded. This
breed should have hare-feet. |
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Temperament |
The Tibetan Spaniel is perky, happy,
sweet, very smart, and trusting. It is not a yappy dog, yet it
will bark at intruders and strange happenings. This breed is a fine family companion, very independent
and a good watchdog. It can move fairly quickly on its small, neat hare- feet,
getting along with other animals. These dogs can be slightly difficult
to train. The female Tibetan Spaniel tends to come into heat only once a year. If you allow this dog to be pack leader over humans, he can become over protective,
may not be trustworthy with children, and aloof with strangers. It may become rather insistent and
willful, and sometimes dog aggressive. These are not Tibetan Spaniel traits, but what is known as Small Dog Syndrome, human induced behaviors, where the dog believes he is the boss to humans. As soon as the humans take the control away from the dog, the behaviors will subside.
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Height, Weight |
Height: 10 inches (51cm.)
Weight: 9-15 pounds (4.1-6.8) |
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Health Problems |
They are not prone to any major health
problems, but they may overheat or have respiratory problems because of their
short faces. |
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Living Conditions |
The Tibetan Spaniel is good for
apartment life. It is relatively inactive indoors and will do okay without a
yard. |
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Exercise |
The Tibetan Spaniel
requires moderate exercise, which includes a daily, nice
long walk. They will also
enjoy a rump in the yard. |
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Life Expectancy |
The Tibetan Spaniel is slow to mature
and lives a long time - about 12-15 years. |
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Grooming |
Once a year their coat comes out in
clumps. Regular brushing is needed. This breed is an average shedder. |
| Origin |
This breed originated in Tibet. It is
believed that in its veins runs the blood of the Pekingese, the Pug, and the
Japanese Spaniel (Chin). These dogs were prized in ancient Tibet, and were often
given as gifts to royal houses. This practice spread the dogs throughout Asia.
Depictions of dogs similar to the Tibetan Spaniel have been found in Chinese
bronzes from as early as 1100 BC. The Tibetan Spaniel was a companion and
watchdog at Tibetan monasteries, sitting on the high walls and barking at
any sign of intruders. The dog also reportedly turned the prayer wheels for his
masters. Today's Tibetan Spaniel still likes to sit in high places to
watch over his surroundings. The Tibetan Spaniel first was brought
to England in the late 1800's. The breed received official AKC recognition
in 1984. Now the Tibetan Spaniel is a popular companion and show dog. |
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Herding, AKC Non-Sporting |
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Recognition |
CKC, FCI, AKC, KCGB, CKC, NKC, NZKC,
APRI, ACR |
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CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
AKC = American
Kennel Club
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
CKC = Canadian
Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
Starlite's Ted-E-Bear - aka Teddy
Photo courtesy of Tibbies-R-Us
Xena
Photo courtesy of Tibbies-R-Us
Starlite's Ted-E-Bear - aka Teddy
Photo courtesy of Tibbies-R-Us
Xena - Photo courtesy of Tibbies-R-Us
 
Xena - Photo courtesy of Tibbies-R-Us
Starlite's Ted-E-Bear - aka Teddy
Photo courtesy of Tibbies-R-Us
Teddy and Xena
Photo courtesy of Tibbies-R-Us
Tibetan Spaniel Pictures 1
Small Dogs vs Medium and Large Dogs
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