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Tibetan Terrier

tibetan terrier dog

tibetan terrier dog
    height of a tibetan terrier
group: non-sporting height: 14-16"/
35.56-40.64 cm
types: weight: 18-30 lbs /
8.16-13.6 kg
colors: any color or combination of colors
physical traits: small, compact, powerful
hair type: double coat - long, abundant, straight, wavy, profuse, soft, wooly, undercoat; long, fine profuse outer coat
personality/
temperament:
intelligent, sensitive, cheerful, loyal, alert, good-natured, charming, brave, inquisitive, devoted to family, wary of strangers, vocal. some may be shy, stubborn
maintenance/
special needs:

high, long hair, constant grooming to prevent matting, consistent and patient training, live indoors
nickname: Dhoki Apso
origination: Tibet
bred for: monasteries, guarding
identifying traits:  
ideal for: family, companionship, city life, sedentary life, obedience, cooler weather
good with kids? yes
life expectancy: 13-14 yrs  
kennel clubs: akc, ankc, nzkc-(nonsporting dog group), fci-(Tibetan breeds dog group), ukc-(companion dog group), saku, uk-(utility dog group), ckc
rescues:    
tibetan terrier dog
 
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