74% Compatible
Tibetan Mastiffs only shed once annually, but when they do, it's called 'blowing coat' and is massive!
One of few recognized dog breeds with recent documented wolf ancestry, created through controlled breeding.
Serving as guardians of Tibetan monasteries and nomadic camps in the Himalayas since ancient times, these dogs protected livestock and property from predators including wolves and leopards.
Developed in 1955 in Czechoslovakia through systematic breeding of German Shepherds with Carpathian wolves, creating military and border patrol working dogs.
Extensive grooming during shedding seasons, strong guarding instincts requiring management, and need for early socialization to prevent excessive protectiveness.
Needs extensive socialization, high-intensity exercise, and experienced handling. Regular grooming during shedding seasons and consistent training essential.