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The Tibetan Spaniel is an attractive small dog with a happy, if independent, nature. It is easily trained and makes an ideal family pet, being reliable with children. In appearance it resembles a rather large Pekingese. It is also an enjoyable dog to show.

Origin and history

The Tibetan Spaniel was first discovered in the Tibetan monasteries where, to quote a reference in Champion Dogs of the World (G. Harrap, 1967), 'Reports indicate that it still turns the prayerwheel of Tibetans who seek to reap the rewards of a devout life without the inconvenience of physical exertion'. However. this charming practice may have ceased since the Chinese takeover and outlawing of dogs. It is a close relative of the Tibetan Terrier and Lhasa Apso, both of which also originate from Tibet . The Tibetan Spaniel was first seen in England in the late nineteenth century It did not appear in the United States until the 1960s.

Good points

. Confident

. Easy to train

. Happy nature

. Intelligent

. Good household pet

. Suitable for town or country

Take heed

. No drawbacks known

Exercise

This dog requires average walks and off-the-Iead runs.

Feeding

Six-130z (170-369g) of a branded, meaty product with biscuit added in equal part by volume, or 13/. cupfuls of a dry complete food, mixed in the proportion of 1 cup of feed to V2 cup of hot or cold water.

General appearance. Should be small, active and alert. The outline should give a well-balanced appearance, slightly longer in body than high at withers.

Colour. All colours and mixture of colours allowed.

Head and skull. Small in proportion to body and proudly. carried giving an imrression of quality. Masculine in dogs but free from coarseness. Skull slightly domed, moderate width and length. Stop slight, but defined. Medium length of muzzle, blunt with cushioning, free from wrinkle. The chin should show some depth and width. A black nose is preferred.

Body. The neck, which is moderately short, strong and well set on, is covered with a mane or 'shawl' of longer hair. The distance from the point of shoulder to the root of the tail is slightly longer than the distance from the withers to the ground.

Tail. Set high, richly plumed and carried in a gay curl over the back when the dog is moving. Should not be penalized for dropping tail when standing.

Feet. Hare footed, small and neat with feathering between toes often extending beyond the feet. White markings allowed.

Grooming

Needs frequent brushing.

Feeding

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