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TIBETAN SPANIEL

THIS FUN-LOVING, INTELLIGENT, PLAYFUL DOG THRIVES ON HUMAN COMPANY AKC

Height range This small dog has a delightful, easygoing temperament. Bred and Head small
10 in (25 cm) owned by the monks of Tibet, the Tibetan Spaniel has a long history in proportion
to body
Weight range and was first brought to the UK around 1900,
9–15 lb (4–7 kg) Pendant,
by returning medical missionaries. feathered ears
Life span Over 12 years In spite of its slightly haughty
Origin Tibet expression, this dog is only
too happy to run around
outside and play.

Other colors
Dark brown,
expressive,
oval eyes
Any color
Sleek,
sable coat

TIBETAN TERRIER

AN ATHLETIC, BRIGHT, SURE-FOOTED DOG PACKED WITH ENERGY AND ENTHUSIASM AKC

Height range Resembling a miniature Old English Sheepdog (see p.49), the Tibetan Terrier
14–16 in (36–41 cm) was originally bred for herding and was also used as a guard dog for traders
Weight range journeying to and from China. This medium-sized dog
18–31 lb (8–14 kg)
requires a firm hand, but the reward is a loyal, Silky, caramel and
Life span Over 10 years devoted companion. The long coat needs white topcoat
Origin Tibet daily grooming to prevent matting.
Feathered tail
curls over back

Other colors

Long hair
Variety of falls over
colors eyes

Feathering
covers round,
snowshoe-
like feet

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