Country of origin: Tibet Bred for: Companionship Group: Non-sporting Color: All colors and mixtures of colors Life span: 12 to 14 years Grooming Needs: Brush weekly; bathe every six to eight weeks Coat: Easy care, silky double coat with longer mane covering the neck, especially in males. Plumed tail curls over back Size: 10 inches, 9-15 pounds Temperment: Cheerful, happy, charming, very clever, and trusting Training: Moderately trainable Energy: Moderate Children: Older children Compatibility with other dogs: Good Health Concerns: Progressive retinal atrophy, slipped disks, disk inflammation, liver shunt