Livestock guarding
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Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Guardian / Mastiff
Origin: Tibet / Himalayas
Life Span: 12–15 yrs
Size
Giant
Grooming
High
Drooling
Moderate–High
Quick Facts
Size
Giant
Height
Male: 66+
Female: 61+
Female: 61+
Weight
Male: 40–70+
Female: 30–55+
Female: 30–55+
Life Span
12–15 yrs
Coat
Very thick double coat
Colours
Black, Black & Tan, Brown, Golden, Blue-Grey
About the Breed
A powerful Himalayan guardian with a thick insulating coat and independent temperament, better suited to experienced owners and cooler conditions.
Care & Lifestyle
Grooming
HighBrush 3–4× weekly; heavier during shedding; regular coat, ears and nails
Exercise & Activity
30–60 min/day; cool periods
Climate
Cool to Cold — Heat SensitiveRecommended: 5–20°C
Ideal Pet Parent
Experienced large-breed owners, spacious homes