Tibetan Mastiff Purebred
Dog Breed Information

They have been used primarily as a family and property guardian for many years. He is an ancient breed - aloof and watchful of strangers, and is also highly protective of its people and property and maintains a large, powerful, heavy structure.

The breed came close to extinction around the 1950's. The exportation that occurred in the 1960's and 1970's helped pave the way for the breed to come back into a better population, number wise.

This dog breed originated in Tibet as a guard dog and flock dog. They make an excellent family protector. A large breed, these Mastiffs can weight between 150-200 pounds and do require frequent grooming and moderate daily exercise. They are well muscled, with much substance and bone, but maintain a solemn but kindly appearance.

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Tibetan Mastiff puppies are slow to mature and require proper socialization and patience from their owners. Socialization is critical because of the breeds reserved nature with strangers.

Size: Dogs - min. 26 inches at the withers. Bitches - min. 24 inches at the withers. Proportion: Slightly longer than tall, The Tibbie should have impressive substance, both in bone and structure, as well as strength.

Country of origin: Tibet
Lifespan: 10-12 years
Colors: Rich black, black and tan, various shades of gold, brown, gray and blue and blue and tan (some white markings are acceptable), tan markings above eyes, on under side of tail and lower part of legs, on muzzle, spectacle markings around eyes
Known health problems:Hip dysplasia, skin conditions, thyroid problems, ear infections, hereditary disorder: Canine Inherited Demyelinative Neuropathy (CIDN)

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