Tibetan Terrier dog
Medium breed active energy Long coat Non-Sporting Group

Tibetan Terrier

Affectionate, Loyal, Sensitive

Bearing a passing resemblance to their smaller cousin, the Lhasa Apso, Tibetan Terriers reside at the lower end of medium-sized breeds, standing about 15 inches at the shoulder and weighing between 20 and 24 pounds. A breed hallmark is the beautiful and profuse double coatโ€”wooly โ€ฆ

โš–๏ธ 18โ€“30 lbs (8.16โ€“13.61 kg) ๐Ÿ“ 14โ€“17" ๐ŸŽ‚ 15โ€“16 yr lifespan ๐Ÿง  Intelligence #62 (Fair)

Tibetan Terrier Characteristics

Energy

80%

Shedding

60%

Trainability

40%

Grooming

60%

Friendliness

40%

Coat Type

Long coat

2-3 Times a Week Brushing

Breed Data

๐Ÿง 
#62
Intelligence
๐ŸŽ‚
12.3yr
Avg lifespan
๐Ÿ’ฐ
$20K
Lifetime cost
๐Ÿ–
$324/yr
Annual food
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘ง
Great
With kids
๐Ÿฉบ
0
Known conditions

Expert Picks for Tibetan Terriers

โญ Top Pick Taste of the Wild High Prairie

dog food

Taste of the Wild High Prairie

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Best value grain-free option โ€” great for active dogsโ€ฆ

KONG Extreme Dog Toy

toys

KONG Extreme Dog Toy

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The #1 chew toy for heavy chewers โ€” nothing else comes closeโ€ฆ

K&H Pet Products Elevated Dog Bed

beds

K&H Pet Products Elevated Dog Bed

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Best cooling bed โ€” essential for flat-faced breeds and dogs in warm clโ€ฆ

Embark Dog DNA Test Kit

health

Embark Dog DNA Test Kit

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Best DNA test overall โ€” unmatched health screening depthโ€ฆ

Fi Series 3 Smart Dog Collar

training

Fi Series 3 Smart Dog Collar

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Best GPS collar for active owners โ€” 3-month battery is class-leadingโ€ฆ

Skout's Honor Probiotic Dog Grooming Spray

grooming

Skout's Honor Probiotic Dog Grooming Spray

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Best probiotic coat spray โ€” supports skin microbiome health between baโ€ฆ

Tibetan Terrier Care Tips

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Needs 60-90 minutes active exercise daily; thrives with a job or sport.

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Seasonal shedder โ€” daily brushing during spring and fall coat blows is essential.

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Brush 2-3ร— weekly to maintain coat condition and reduce shedding around the home.

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FCI Classification

FCI Group

Group 9 โ€” Companion and Toy Dogs

Section

Tibetaanse rassen

Status

recognized