Life Span:	The Tibetan Spaniel is a long lived breed and it will normally live between 9 and 15 years with some animals living longer than that
Litter Size:	A healthy bitch can have up to 3 pups.
Group:	Herding, AKC Non-Sporting
Recognized By:	CKC, FCI, AKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR
Color:	The Tibetan Spaniel comes in all colors and mixes of color, although the most common color is golden.
Hair Length:	Medium
Size:	Toy/Small
Shedding:	Moderate Shed
Male Height:	Minimum-9 inches Maximum-10 inches
Male Weight:	Minimum-10 pounds Maximum-15 pounds
Female Height:	Minimum-9 inches Maximum-10 inches
Female Weight:	Minimum-9 pounds Maximum-15 pounds
Living Area:	The Tibetan Spaniel is best suited as an indoor pet. The breed does not make a good kennel dog and because of its size it should not be left outdoors as a rule. The breed is an indoor pet but it does enjoy being outside for play and exercise. It should not be left in an unfenced yard or unchained as it will roam off. It should also be noted that some animals of this breed will happily climb over a chain link fence, so care must be taken when it is left unattended. Because of its size and temperament it makes a wonderful pet for apartment dwellings.

About this Breed

To the untrained eye, the Tibetan Spaniel may look like a Pekingese. There is some evidence that the two breeds were interbred at one time and this accounts for their close similarity in appearance. The main difference between the two breeds is that the Tibetan Spaniel has a longer face with no extra skin around its eyes. The coat is less thick than the Pekinese and the coat itself will lay flat. The coat is considered to be of medium length. The Tibetan Spaniel is longer than it is tall with the top of the head being somewhat rounded. The muzzle of this breed is blunted and stronger than the Pekinese. The Tibetan Spaniel has oval eyes that are dark brown. The nose is black when the animal is in good health. The soft, silky ears are often feathered and will hang down to the sides of the head. For most animals of this breed the mane is of longer hair length than the hair on the back. The tail is often plumed and will curl over the back of the animal. They are colorful animals and come in many shades including fawn, red, black, tan, and other colors. It should be noted, however, they can also be solid colored. When solid colored, they are usually golden. They are very affectionate animals and will happily play with people that they know and trust.