Characteristics of the Tibetan Terrier
This very old breed which was bred in Tibet, a country completely cut off from the world and consider by the Tibetans as a lucky charm. Dr Agnes Greig brought the first Tibetan Terrier to England in 1930. Contrary to what its name suggests the Tibetan Terrier is a middle-sized sheepdog. Thanks to their double coat, a long top coat similar to human hair and the wolley undercoat the Tibetan can withstand the most extreme changes in temperature. In order to survive the harsh climate in the desolate almost inaccessible landscape of Tibet the Tibetan Terrier has a few other important assets. His large flat and round feet in a way resembling the snowshoes used by Alascan trappers, ensure that he does not sink in the snow. To move easily over a generally speaking rough androcky landscape he has a supple square body which is very agile. Living at high altitude in thin air requires big strong lungs hence the Tibetan Terrier has a very high endurance. The Tibetans of gave him the name if “little human” because he is very intelligent, it sometimes looks as if he can think independently and then acts accordingly. Even though they have a very strong personality they are true family dogs who are very attached to their family and would as it were walk through fire for them. Because of their innate sheepdog instinct they will try to keep everybody together during walks, although he is not as excessive as other sheepdogs. The Tibetan Terrier is playful and cheerful till a high age, this does not mean that he is not calm and quiet at home even though he always remains alert and vigilant. Because of his flexibility the Tibetan Terrier can practice many discipline in the dog sport. He will be good during obedience training and have good results provided there is enough variety in the lesssons. Because of their flexibility they are very suited for agility and on the dance floor they can have fun in the doggy dance. All these characteristics ensure that the Tibetan Terrier is a dog with many facets who has his place in our modern society and in the hearts of young and old.
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The variety of colours (sand, cream, white, black, grey, tricolour or bicolour such as black and white or sand and white) as well as the different patterns in the coat of a Tibetan Terrier make that each and every one of them is unique. There are also chocolate coloured Tibetans but they do not comply with the breed standard, they are those born with the wrong coat.
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Below you can download an article about a chocolate or livercoloured Tibetan written by Yvonne Geilen-Schmeitz |
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