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A SMALL HISTORY LESSON OF THE BREED

Rumor has it that the Tibetan Spaniel was trained to turn the prayer wheels in the monasteries. Although this is doubtful, they did serve the monks as companions and bed warmers. With their keen sight and hearing, the Tibbies acted as lookouts, lying on the high monastery walls and barking, warning the monks and larger Tibetan Mastiffs whenever anything approached.

The breed first came to England in 1898, but few were bred until after World War II. Importation to the United States began in 1966, and the Tibetan Spaniel Club of America (TSCA) was formed in 1971. The American Kennel Club recognized the Tibetan Spaniel in 1984, and they joined the Non-Sporting Group in competition.

In addition to the Tibetan Spaniel and the Tibetan Mastiff, Tibet is the home to several other breeds of dogs. Two of best known of the Tibetan breeds are the Lhasa Apso and the Shih-tzu. Other dogs from Tibet include the Kyi-Apso, the Sha-Kyi and the Tibetan Terrier.