Tibetan Terrier Did You Know?

• The Tibetan Terrier originated in Tibet.
• The Tibetan Terrier, along with the Lhasa Apso and the Tibetan Spaniel, is one of three native Tibetan breeds in the Non-Sporting group.
• The Tibetan Terrier was bred and raised in monastaries by lamas almost 2000 years ago.
• Tibetan Terriers are native to the Lost Valley of Tibet, where they were prized companions and "luck bringers" for those fortunate enough to own them.
• The first "official" Tibetan Terrier was brought to the US in 1956.
• The Tibetan Terrier is not actually a "terrier", but was dubbed that because of his terrier size.