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The narrow line between training and abuse

Many dog owners think that their Tibetan Mastiff is the smartest in the world. There’s no problem with this, up to certain a point. This point is when the owner expects as much from the dog as if it really was the most intelligent creature the world has ever seen. They expect them to learn everything right away, whereas dogs need time to learn things, the same way as we, humans do. Just in a different way Well, the point is, that training requires time and patience. It can be different for all dogs, but we do have to keep this in mind and take the time and energy to train our Tibetan Mastiff.

Another common mistake (also because of the lack of patience) is to give up. Many people think that they have already tried everything but the dog doesn’t want to learn. In this case, maybe the methods are not the best, or they need more time. There are no dogs who wouldn’t be able to learn at least a few commands. Giving up is never a solution.

So, if we have the time and the patience we can avoid the next, and maybe the biggest mistake: to turn training into abuse. Probably you expect me to tell you where this line is. I can’t. This is something the owner should know. Training is all about communication. If you know your Tibetan Mastiff, if you pay attention to him, you see how he feels. Unfortunately many dog owners don’t have this ability, because they only keep pets for entertainment, while a dog is much more than that.

Going back to training, a very important rule is that your goal should be that your Tibetan Mastiff obeys to commands because he is keen to do so. NOT BECAUSE HE IS AFRAID. Many-many owners forget about this, and feel the training successful, but actually they are making their dog unhappy. How can someone live happily in fear? No way. These owners are only keeping a dog to make themselves happy, and don’t feel the responsibility they should.

So the point is, that ‘positive training’ is possible. Actually, that’s the only way.

The first difficulties most Tibetan Mastiff owners face is potty training their puppy. As with general training, the main principles remain the same: a positive, rewarding approach and a lot of patience is required. There are, however a few tips and tricks that will make the whole process faster and easier for both puppy and owner. Find out what Sharda Baker has to say on the topic, who has developed her best practices by years of trial and error.

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The origins of this ancient dog are from Central Asia, as we could guess from the name.  As this breed used to have a nomad lifestyle, it needs a lot of training and exercise throughout its life. Very smart, pretty dog. Check here how to buy a Tibetan Mastiff puppy.

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Tibetan Mastiffs are very protective and territorial, brave and fearless especially when they are properly socialized. This breed is aloof and dignified, very noble, and is very gentle with their family. Tibetan Mastiffs can be good companions to children, only when they are raised with them since puppyhood. They are very wary of strangers and are highly protective. This breed may be somewhat difficult to train so you have to be very patient especially if you want to keep it as a family pet. Tibetan Mastiffs are fairly independent and has a very high tendency of being dominant over territory and over other dogs. Although Tibetan mastiffs need supervision when introduced to other animals or children, they will do well if they are raised with them. So if you want to adopt a Tibetan Mastiff, make sure that the ones you got are not yet of 1 year old.

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• make your dog understand what is right and wrong
• apply techniques professional trainers use
• house train your dog
• stop your dog racing in the house
• deal with a dominant dog
• overcome separation anxiety
• stop your dog jumping on people
• teach your dog when it is appropriate to bark
• understand how your dog thinks and sees the world
• apply the cutting edge Dog Whispering technique
• deal with more than one dog in the house
• stop the family cat being harassed.

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When seeing a Tibetan Mastiff pounce into action when defending its flock, one may conclude that the dog has developed a bond between the livestock under its watch. Sound very heroic. But the truth is that the Tibetan Mastiff guards the livestock because they belong to their owner. There isn’t much bonding that goes around.

The livestock would also need to be in a fenced area for the instinct of this breed is to be more of a property guardian and less of a livestock one.  These dogs would rather spend their time laying down on the porch or patio and even the couch as it would simply respond to any intrusion or threats as it comes in the restricted area. So you expect these dogs to be ever so watchful and staying on guard as the livestock sleeps, then guess again. But if its property you need guarded, then these dogs are perfect.

Tibetan Mastiff Dogs are large dogs that are big boned and covered with thick double coats which are medium to long in length. The accepted colors are brown, black and bluish gray with gold markings. They have square muzzles and deep set eyes, v-shaped ears that hang. With a deep chest and muscular necks, backs and legs, the appearance of this dog is of power and strength. Owning a genuine Tibetan Mastiff gives you a cuddle partner who is very gentle with children and has an instinct to protect anyone under its watch. If one is interested to own one, familiarization with the breed standard is imperative. Genuine dogs of quality should reflect the guidelines set in the standard. This will help one determine a quality canine from a poor one. But be careful of shady, non-quality breeders who are out to fool uneducated or uninformed buyers. Here are some red flags to be aware of when buying a Tibetan Mastiff: Read the rest of this entry »

What a beautiful Tibetan Mastiff! He could be a loyal pet.

Who said dogs don’t sit like humans? Just look at this cute Tibetan Mastiff pup to see they do!

Tibetan Mastiffs are huge dogs that are docile and natural protectors. Being affectionate, they make wonderful companions but it is important that owners make a firm first step in training them because they can be dangerous due to their large size. Owners must establish their dominance as pack leaders. It may sound cruel but they may have to decline and say NO when the dog wishes to jump on them demanding affection. Let them sleep on the floor while owners are on the bed.

Once this is done and the dog knows who the boss is, then training would be less difficult. Next would be socialization by introducing them to different environments and people however it is not a good idea to force them to be affectionate to people. This takes time. Obedience training should follow and if needed, get some advice for experts. It is also a good idea to get a collar that is snug around the neck but loose enough to put a few fingers through to allow owners to pull on it if they start to get out of hand.

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• curb your dog’s aggressiveness
• make your dog understand what is right and wrong
• house train your dog
• stop your dog racing in the house
• deal with a dominant dog
• overcome separation anxiety
• stop your dog jumping on people
• apply the cutting edge Dog Whispering technique
• deal with more than one dog in the house
• stop the family cat being harrassed.

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The Tibetan Mastiff is an ancient breed native to Tibet. They were bred with the primal instinct to survive the freezing cold in the mountains. Being humungous in size, it would take a whole lot of food to sustain their nutritional needs. The Tibetan Mastiff goes by several names. One name is the “Do-khyi” which translates to “tied dog”. This refers to the breed that is placed on guard duty to protect the home from intruders.

They are not necessarily “tied” or leashed but are let loose to roam the grounds in the evenings. In Nepali they are called “Bhote Kukur” and in Madarin, “Zang ‘Ao”. Both are direct translations of Tibetan Mastiff. Known as the “Bankhar” in Mongolia, they are prized for their ferocious guard dog abilities. There is also the name “Tsang-khyi” meaning that the particular breed is from Tsang. This breed is considered to be the true Tibetan Mastiff.