Tibetan Spaniel
Puppy
Fully Grown
Tibetan Spaniels are small but brave companion dogs, suitable for humans of all ages who are not away from home a lot.
They are very alert and make fabulous watchdogs, watching over the entire neighborhood. You definitely won't need an alarm system, when you own a Tibetan Spaniel!
You may also see similarities to owning a cat, as they will find their own spots around the house to sit and do their job of watching over the house. You will find them sitting on window benches, stairs, or even up on the TV cabinet. Your neighbors may think you own a barking cat, but they are braver and more fun than cats, as they like to be with you and please you.
Think of Tibetan Spaniels as small whirlwinds that are calm and assertive when they need to be. They prefer quiet and peaceful owners - they will not tolerate people or kids who are too loud and shout a lot, and are likely to leave the room with their head shaking.
This breed loves to run free and wander around. Taking your Tibetan Spaniel out for exercise is important, but if you can't get out some ball throwing inside your garden will make them happy as well.
| Weight: | 4-7 kg |
| Health risk: | Medium |
| Life expectancy: | 12-14 years |
| Coat: | Medium |
| Grooming intensity: | High |
| Monthly cost (food): | Low |
| Trainability: | Medium |
| Activity level: | Low |
There are many sources to get your Tibetan Spaniel from. Considering the number of homeless dogs without a future, we strongly encourage you to consider rescuing a dog. Your local shelter or rescue organisation can be a helpful place to start, or try contacting your local or national breed club or a reputable breeder and asking if they have pets available for rehoming. Many rescue organisations have active Facebook pages, which can also be a good place to enquire.
Here are some links that could be useful for finding a Tibetan Spaniel to adopt:
To help your rescued Tibetan Spaniel to settle into your home, our Rescue Dog Guide gives you tips and advice on bringing your rescue dog home.
If you decide you’d prefer to get your Tibetan Spaniel from a breeder, the following guides will help you to find a responsible breeder:
The following organisations will be able to help you find breeders in your state in Australia. They will also be able to connect you with your local breed clubs, which are always a great source of information in regards to finding good breeders and rescue organisations.
