Things you should seriously consider before buying a Tibetan Mastiff
Tibetan Mastiffs are an ancient breed of large domesticated dogs. They originated from Central Asia and are bred to be excellent guardians. For this reason, they are priced at around US$1500 to US$3500. So with this high price for a dog, what are things to be considered before purchasing it?
Family
As mentioned earlier, Tibetan Mastiffs are guardian dogs. They have tendencies of bonding with their owners but with reserved affection. It is difficult introducing other people to the dog as they are dominant and territorial. They are gentle and patient with children but actions such as screaming and running are easily mistaken as aggression by the dog.
Exercise/Activity
Tibetan Mastiffs require moderate level of exercise and are active outside the house. They love to dig and roam if left unsupervised. These dogs have affinity to chewing with their strong jaws especially when bored that may cause damage to property.
Trainability
Obedience training is a challenge for this breed compared to most dog breeds. Extra patience is needed because Tibetan Mastiffs learns commands slowly. This may be attributed to the fact that their instinct is centered on guarding more than anything else. They are, however, very easy to house train.
Socialization
Mingling with other dogs should be introduced in an early age, as they are aggressive to other dogs if they are not exposed during this time. They do, however, get along with other animals if introduced properly. They may exhibit signs of dominance and aggression over other pets.
Size
The Tibetan Mastiff is large in size and may occupy a lot of space in your home. They require a lot of room to romp.
Grooming
This guardian dog unfortunately sheds heavy amounts of hair. They do not require meticulous care for their coat but regular brushing is recommended to get rid of loose hair.
