High
atop the Himalayas, deep in the heart of the lost valley of Tibet, In the Holy
City of Lhasa, lived a
sacred animal for 2000 years raised exclusively by the lamas in their monasteries.
These "little people" were never sold, for a Tibetan citizen to receive one was by a gift of gratitude for a great
favor or act of kindness. Therefore the Tibetan Terrier was considered, among
other things, to bring good luck or prosperity. A Tibetan fortunate enough to have been given
a Tibetan Terrier was indeed their caretaker and would never consider selling
one, this would be tempting the
fate of their prosperity by selling ones own luck. Tibetan Terriers were considered
charm bringers of good luck and prosperity; all the more by being their care
givers. Wrongful breeding was often
considered the reason for a persons or village misfortune. In the event a foreigner
or dignitary was traveling through Tibet, many times a Tibetan Terrier would be given
to the party to safeguard them for the always
hazardous and treacherous journey out of Tibet. For these reasons the nicknames, "The Good Luck
Dog", "Dog of Prosperity" or "The little people of
Tibet" have arose. Only recently does the western world have a
chance to share the deep and compassionate experience of being the caretaker of this
lovely, intelligent, rare and
ancient breed.
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Some Important Links Below
American Kennel Club - Home Page
American Kennel Club - Tibetan Terrier Breed Standard
Tibetan Terrier Club of America - TTCA - Home Page
Orthopedic Foundation For Animals - OFA - Home Page
Canine Eye Registration Foundation - CERF - Home Page
Coming Soon
Online Museum of Tibetan Terrier Treasures New and Old.
Being compiled now is a large selection of Tibetan Terrier antiques, old photographs and art. Books and other things of interest to look over and enjoy.
Write if you have something to share.
We are almost done with this new section, Thanks Ron.