Tibetan Spaniel
- Height 24–26 cm
- Weight 4–7 kg
- Life span 12–15 years
- Exercise 30 min/day
The Tibetan Spaniel is in the AKC's Non-Sporting Group. It comes from Tibet, Tibetan Plateau. Adults weigh 4–7 kg. It stands 24–26 cm tall. It typically lives 12–15 years. It is not considered hypoallergenic.
The Tibetan Spaniel is a small breed of spaniel from Tibet. These dogs are small in size, with a short and silky coat of fur. They have a cheerful and affectionate demeanor, making them excellent companion dogs. They are highly trainable and intelligent, with an instinct to protect their family and property. They are loyal and devoted to their family, but can be stubborn and independent at times.
- Group
- Non-Sporting Group
- Origin
- Tibet, Tibetan Plateau
- Coat
- medium double · red, fawn, gold, white, cream, black and tan, parti-color, and all colors and combinations
- Also known as
- Tibbie and Simkhyi
- Recognized by
- AKC, FCI, UKC, KC, CKC, ANKC, NZKC
- Hypoallergenic
- No
- Id
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Traits
- Energy
- Trainability
- Barking
- Grooming
- Shedding
- Drooling
- Good with children
- Good with dogs
- Good with strangers
- Apartment friendly
Every rating runs from 1 to 5 against dogs in general, so a 3 is an average dog rather than an average Tibetan Spaniel. They are researched estimates, not measurements.
Researched from akc.org ukcdogs.com en.wikipedia.org hillspet.com petmd.com
Tibetan Spaniel FAQ
- How long does a Tibetan Spaniel live?
- The Tibetan Spaniel has a life span of 12–15 years.
- How big does a Tibetan Spaniel get?
- Adults weigh 4–7 kg. Height ranges from 24–26 cm.
- Is the Tibetan Spaniel hypoallergenic?
- No, the Tibetan Spaniel is not considered hypoallergenic.
- What group is the Tibetan Spaniel in?
- The Tibetan Spaniel is in the AKC's Non-Sporting Group.
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