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Tibetan Spaniel: Origin, Temperament,
Training, Exercise
Group: AKC Non-sporting Group,
KCGB Utility Group, Herding
AKC Ranking: 101
About
Tibetan Spaniel
Origin
and History of the Breed
The Tibetan Spaniel originated
in Tibet. The Tibetan Terrier may be in its
background. Other breeds in its background
are Pekingese, Pug, Japanese Spaniel (Chin).
Depictions of dogs that
look like Tibetan Spaniels have been found
in Chinese bronzes from 1100 BC. They were
given as gifts, a practice which spread the
breed throughout Asia and later Europe.
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The Tibetan Spaniel was a companion
and watchdog at Tibetan monasteries, sitting on
the high walls and barking at any sign of intruders.
Today’s Tibetan Spaniels also like to sit
in high places and watch the action.
A General Appearance of
the Dog
The little Tibetan Spaniel looks
somewhat like a Pekingese with a longer face. Its
coat is not as heavy. A proud dog, he is somewhat
longer than he is tall. The Tibetan Spaniel has
very expressive oval eyes that are dark brown. His
bite is slightly undershot. His plumed tail curls
over his back. He has feathered pendant ears and
feathering on his legs. He has hare-feet.
Coat Color
The Tibetan Spaniel coat comes
in various shades of gold, cream, fawn, red, white,
black and black with tan. They can be solid-colored,
multi-colored, or shaded.
Coat Type
The Tibetan Spaniel coat is soft,
silky, and medium-length. It lies flat against his
body.
Height: Males
and females: 10 inches
Weight: Males
and females: 9 -15 lbs
Personality
Temperament of the Dog
The Tibetan Spaniel is alert and
highly intelligent. He is loyal, but can be assertive
and independent. He trusts his owner to care for
him, but he plays protector by watching his ‘territory’
from a high perch and barking to warn of anything
amiss.
The Tibetan Spaniel is sweet with
children but aloof with strangers.
It moves quickly on its hare-feet.
It gets along with other animals.
Tibetan Spaniels can be difficult
to train due to their assertive independence and
willfulness.
Better suited to an indoor
or outdoor lifestyle?
This is definitely an indoor dog.
He will appreciate playing outdoors or going for
a walk.
Are they suited to homes
with kids?
The Tibetan Spaniel is sweet with
children, but cannot take rough-housing. They are
loyal and affectionate to their families. If raised
around children, they will accommodate children,
but many are not good with children.
Activity
Level
How Active is the Breed?
Being small, the Tibetan Spaniel
has good energy when it is young. However, it can
live in an apartment if it gets a walk each day.
They do like a romp in a fenced, safe yard.
How Much Exercise Does
the Dog Need at every stage of its Life?
Being small, the Tibetan Spaniel
has good energy when it is young. However, it can
live in an apartment if it gets a walk each day.
They do like a romp in a fenced, safe yard.
Grooming
Once a year, Tibetan Spaniels
shed their whole coat. Regular brushing –
once a week – will keep them looking great.
They are an average shedding breed.
Health
and Care
Tibetan Spaniels may have some
breathing problems due to their short faces.
Genetic Problems
This old breed does not have too
many genetic problems. It is quite healthy.
There are instances of allergies, cherry eye, liver
shunt, and hip and elbow dysplasia.
Litter Size: 2
– 6 puppies
Life Span: A slow
maturer for a small dog, he has a long life span
of 12 – 15 years.
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National Breed Clubs:
US – Tibetan Spaniel Club of America –
www.tsca.ws
Other Recognition:
CKC, FCI, AKC, KCGB, CKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR
Rescue Link: www.tsca.ws
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