Tibetan Mastiff Puppies Blog

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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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.

So you think you can resist me? huh? huh? You are that sure of yourself? I don’t think so!

The Tibetan Mastiff is considered to be a very healthy breed. They have a low susceptibility to illness but some illnesses to look out for and take not of include: ectropion, entropion, hip and elbow Dysplasia, and hypothyroidism. This is all generalized and genetics may of course vary, with individuals; but these have been reported in some specimens of the breed.

Please note: Prevention is better than cure, so take your beloved Tibetan Mastiff to the vet on a regular basis…..

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This is Norman, a gorgeous Tibetan Mastiff from Wisconsin. Also check out Norman’s blog.

This dog is not for everyone. You may appreciate its teddy-bear appearance, but that holds little ground for you being the best possible owner of this independent breed. Yes, that’s right. Although a Tibetan Mastiff is considered to be calm and thoughtful, he is reserved towards strangers, and can be both stubborn and of its own mind. It is also domi?nant and self-confident. It comes naturally to a Mastiff to guard its family and the property. Therefore it is not surprising that its dignified nature holds a very loyal character for its family. When it comes to social behavior, the Tibetan Mastiff is quite good with children but he will be very aloof with strangers. If it has gained confidence in contact with other animals when young, it will accept them. Contact with other dogs is also usually hassle-free.

The latent aggressiveness has been taken out of this breed in the Western world. The few individuals that remain in Tibet are ferocious and aggressive, unpredictable in their behavior, and very difficult to train. But the dogs bred by the English are obedient and attached to their masters. Like all flock guardian breeds, the Tibetan Mastiff is also intelligent and stubborn to a fault. Therefore, obedience classes are recommended since this is a strong-willed, powerful breed with great size potential. Socialization is critical with this breed because of their reserved nature with strangers as well as their guarding instincts.