Tibetans Invade Westminster

Congratulations to Tibetan Mastiff Sierras’ Sasha-Yakone Nanuk, winner of Best In Breed at the 2013 Westminster Kennel Club show that took place in February at New York’s Madison Square Garden. Owners Jim Butler and Ricardo Gallegos.

2013 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show: Tibetan Mastiff (Photo credit: http://www.petsadviser.com)

One of the largest breeds in dogdom, these giants average 180 [see Jim Butler’s comment below] pounds.

Sasha

Over 2700 dogs entered the 2013 show – a record-breaker.

2009 contestant

Fluffy tails are more than just for show – they can curl over the nose and allow for warmer air to breathe while sleeping in cold climes. Sturdy legs and big foot pads help maneuver over snowy landscapes.

Related:

https://qritiq.wordpress.com/2010/07/28/shades-of-tibetan-mastiffs/

Photo credit: Henry Chen

Big Splash

smartcompany reports:

In March, an 11-month old red Tibetan mastiff pup named Big Splash was sold in the Chinese city of Qingdao for a staggering $US 1.5 million to an unnamed buyer, described as a wealthy coal baron. The dogs are renowned as one of China’s most prized breeds – legend says Genghis Khan and Buddha each had one.

I’m curious: If you spend 1.5 mil on a dog and the dog won’t bring you your paper in the morning, can you get a refund? Can you get a discount if it refuses to fetch slippers –  sayyy… a couple hundred grand?

Shades of Tibetan Mastiffs

Ni Ai at 4 months old

Agramonte – a golden

Guyuk

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Tibetian Mastiffs in snow (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

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