Ekaterina Sova
The Mastiff is a very intelligent animal that is ready to protect its master at any time. The Mastiff adores the family in which he lives, treats children with special trepidation. But for all this, the pet needs consistent, systematic training. Dogs of this breed are calm and careful. They are always on guard of family members, even animals living in it. The dog is quite independent and decisive, it does not tolerate attacks on its territory, quite often some Tibetan mastiffs do not even let guests into the house. Another feature of the breed is a tendency to night barks.
#1 The size.
The dog has a large stature, thick coat and fluffy tail. The Tibetan mastiff belongs to giant dog breeds, its weight can range from 40 to 75 kilograms. The presence of a large number of positive qualities does not mean that this breed is suitable for everyone. When acquiring a Tibetan mastiff, you must be prepared for long-term training and education.
#2 Origin history.
Mastiff is one of the oldest breeds. It is believed that the mastiff appeared in Tibet along with the nomads - cattle breeders whom they helped to graze cattle, later these dogs became reliable defenders of Tibetan villages and monasteries. Quite often, travelers described these dogs as furious animals that reliably stood up for the protection of local residents. The first mention of the breed dates from 1121 BC. Initially, Tibetans called these dogs "Do-khyi", which literally meant "attached dog." This is due to the fact that during the day dogs of this breed were kept on a chain, and released at night. The spread in the world of Tibetan mastiff began in the seventies of the last century.
#3 Mastiff character.
Mastiff is one of the most reliable guard dogs. As the breed developed, mastiffs became more reliable and more reliable in terms of protection. Today, the popularity of these guard dogs has not exhausted. That's just the owners do not want to bring up aggression in their pets. A mastiff may not show open aggression towards the offender, but it is unlikely that he will allow the villain to leave the territory. Mastiffs are strongly attached to people who give them their love and attention. These are very affectionate and loving dogs that are full of independence. A mastiff will be a great dog in the hands of an experienced, trained dog breeder.
#4 Maintenance and care.
Mastiff's hair should be combed out two to three times a week. This will allow timely removal of dead hair and maintain the coat in a normal healthy condition. These dogs do not molt very actively, sometimes even seasonal molting is absent, but everything will depend on the climate in which the animal lives.
