Tibetan Terrier
A.K.A. :Tsang Apso, Dokhi Apso
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
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Playful
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Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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Overview: | The Tibetan Terrier is a great companion dog. They're devoted companions and very happy going along with their families on outdoor trips. This breed washes itself with its paws (like a cat) and have a very quiet, unusual bark. |
Breed Group: | Non-Sporting |
Weight (lbs): | 18-30 |
Height (in): | 15-16 |
Colors: | Any. |
Coat: | This breed has a long, luxurious, fine topcoat that is either straight or wavy. The undercoat is wooly and dense. Long hair falls forward over the eyes and foreface. |
Character: | Tibetan Terriers are brave, intelligent, and loyal. They are very cautious around strangers and do not like being left alone. |
Temperament: | This breed gets along very well with other household pets, if well socialized from an early age. They also enjoy the company of children who are not too rough and who are respectful of their space. This breed often tries to dominate other dogs. |
Care: | The Tibetan Terrier requires regular grooming with a brush to remove loose hair. Regular baths are needed and excessive hair around the footpads should be trimmed. |
Training: | This breed is sensitive to the tone of its handler's voice, so take a calm approach to training. |
Activity: | The Tibetan Terrier has a huge amount of energy and enjoys games of catch and agility skills trials. |
Country of Origin: | China |
Health Issue: | This breed can be very flea sensitive. Major concerns: Lens luxation, PRA, ceroid lipofuscinosis. Minor concerns: Patellar luxation, cataract, CHD. |
Life Expectancy: | 12-15 |
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RORI - Tibetan Terrier (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Tibetan Terrier
Male, Young
USA Derwood, MD, USA
Date listed: 02/12/2025
Dog Breed: Tibetan Terrier (medium coat).
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USA San Bernardino, CA, USA
Date listed: 02/12/2025
Dog Breed: Tibetan Terrier (medium coat).
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Tibetan Terrier
Female, Baby
USA San Bernardino, CA, USA
Date listed: 02/12/2025
Dog Breed: Tibetan Terrier (medium coat).
Oleander aka Ollie - Tibetan Terrier / Poodle (unknown type) Dog For Adoption

Tibetan Terrier
Male, Senior
USA Pacific Grove, CA, USA
Date listed: 09/22/2023
Posted Breed: Tibetan Terrier / Poodle (unknown type). Looks like: Medium Mixed Breed Male, 15 years old, 22 pounds Sweet Oleander (Ollie for short) a true snuggle buddy. Ollie...
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