Himalayan Sheepdog History
The Himalayan Sheepdog is an Asiatic Breed of working sheepdogs. The Tibetan Mastiff is a larger version of the Indian mongrel, or street-dog, which closely resembled the Central Asian Ovcharka. The Tibetan Spaniel is close to the Lhasa Apso, but smaller, and the Papillon is even smaller. The Chugach, Michigan, and Alaskan Eskimo dogs were not pure-bred, but hybrids descended from the Siberian Husky, Samoyed, and Malamute. The Snow Leopard is a smaller version of the Siberian Husky, and the Chow chow, the Tibetan Terrier, the Keeshond, the Pomeranian, and the Pekingese are all less than 15 inches at the withers. The Tibetan Spaniel is close to the Lhasa Apso, but smaller, and the Papillon is even smaller. The Chugach, Michigan, and Alaskan Eskimo dogs were not pure-bred, but hybrids descended from the Siberian Husky, Samoyed, and Malamute.
Himalayan Sheepdog Physical Characteristics
The Himalayan Sheepdog is a small, medium sized, longhaired, and compact breed of canine. The breed ranges in height from 13 to 15 inches at the shoulders. The breed has a double layer coat, a dense undercoat and medium length outer coat of wool. The hair should never be longer than 3 inches. The ears, nose, and tail are traditionally natural. The head is triangular in shape, with a wide and high forehead, and rose shaped cheeks. The eyes of the breed are large and almond-shaped. They have a straight and well-muscled muzzle. The legs are short and round. The feet are hairy. The tail is bushy, never straight. The back is level.
Eye Colors
Brown, Amber
Nose Colors
Black
Coat Colors
Black, Brown, Fawn
Height Range
Male Height Range: 26 – 32 inches
Female Height Range: 26 – 32 inches
Weight Range
Male Weight Range: 62 – 84 lbs
Female Weight Range: 62 – 84 lbs
Himalayan Sheepdog Health
Description of breed health.
Lifespan
10-12 yrs
Himalayan Sheepdog Health Concerns
Patellar Luxation, Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd), Elbow Dysplasia, Arthritis, Canine Glaucoma
Himalayan Sheepdog Temperament and Behaviour
The Himalayan Sheepdog is a gentle, playful, and sociable breed of dog. They are highly adaptable and do well in nearly any environment. They need a lot of love and attention and thrive with an active life.
Himalayan Sheepdog Activity Requirements
The Himalayan Sheepdog is an ancient breed of herding dog that originated in the Himalayas. They were originally bred for their ability to protect sheep and cattle from predators. The puppies were first imported into the United States in 1985. The Himalayan Sheepdog is a fairly low energy, content to lie around the house most of the day. They enjoy spending time with their family, but they do not require a great deal of physical or emotional attention. If you are looking for a quiet, low-energy dog, the Himalayan Sheepdog may be a good choice for you. They are generally well-tempered and well-behaved, so they are a good choice for families.
Miles Per Day
16 miles
Activity Per Day
120 minutes
Daily Food
3 cups
Kennel Club Recognition
American Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Himalayan Sheepdog is part of the Unclassified group.
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The Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Himalayan Sheepdog is part of the Unclassified group.
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Australian National Kennel Council
Not Recognized
Himalayan Sheepdog is part of the Unclassified group.
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Canadian Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Himalayan Sheepdog is part of the Unclassified group.
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