• Fact 2 - Description and Definition of Tibetan Terriers: These are ancient, small, short-bodied breeds trained as guard dogs, herding dogs and lapdogs. They were deemed as Holy dogs in the Lamaist monasteries of Tibet
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  • The breed of Tibetan Terriers are not true Terriers. The name may have been given by European travellers to Tibet as they reminded them of the terrier dogs at home
• Fact 3 - Size: The weight of Tibetan Terriers range from 20 - 24 pounds
• Fact 4 - Size: The height ranges from 14 - 16 inches, up to the shoulder
• Fact 5 - Alternative Names of Tibetan Terriers and Nicknames: Dhokhi Apso, Good Luck Dog or Holy dog
  • Origin of the name 'Terrier': This originates from the Latin word 'terra', meaning earth and the French name 'chien terrier' literally meaning 'dog of the earth'
• Fact 6 - Coat and colors of Tibetan Terriers: The coat is normally the outer coat is long and fine that can be straight or wavy and the undercoat is normally soft and woolly. They come in a range of colors
• Fact 7 - Life of Tibetan Terriers: the life expectancy of this breed of dog is between 12 - 15 years
• Fact 8 - The names of dog breeds are separated into different dog types which are referred to as Dog Groups. The name of the dog group for Tibetan Terriers is the Non-Sporting dog breed
• Fact 9 - After the first year of life, dogs are considered to be adults - they equivalent to 16 human years!
  • After 2 years, they are equivalent to a 24 year old
  • After 3 years, they are equivalent to a 30 year old
  • Every year after  add five human years to determine the equivalent age of the dog
• Fact 10 - Choosing Tibetan Terriers as pets! The following considerations should be taken into account when choosing this particular breed of dog as a pet:
  • How much it will cost to feed and train the dog?
  • How much time will it take to groom the dog?
  • How much time will it take to exercise the dog on a daily basis?
  • Are Tibetan Terriers suitable for children?
  • How much will it cost for vet bills, pet or dog health insurance, medication and vaccinations?
• Fact 11 - Every breed of dog is susceptible to certain health problems and illnesses. Tibetan Terriers are prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
  • - Eye Problems
  • - Hip Dysplasia (abnormal development of hip joints)
• Fact 12 - Tibetan Terriers were registered by the AKC (American Kennel Club) in 1973
• Fact 13 - Breeding Tibetan Terriers for appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century
• Fact 14 - It is estimated that 85% of dogs visit a vet in a year
• Fact 15 - The average cost of owning a medium sized dog, over a 10 year period, is estimated as over $13,000! This provides a good idea of how much it costs to raise Tibetan Terriers

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