Country of Origin: Tibet Bred for: Companionship, herding, guardian Group: Non-sporting Color: Any color or combination of colors, including white Life span: 12 to 15 years Grooming Needs: Brush twice weekly to avoid mats. Bathe monthly; use conditioner and blow dry coat to reduce its tendency to mat Coat: Double coat with soft, woolly undercoat and profuse, fine outercoat that my be wavy or almost straight. A heavy fall or hair covers the eyes, and the tail is plumed Size: 14-17 inches, 18-30 pounds Temperment: Sensitive, good natured, devoted and affectionate Training: Moderate Energy: Moderate Children: Good with older children Compatibility with other dogs: Yes but best with opposite sex Health Concerns: Eye problems, including lens dislocation and progressive retinal atrophy, hip dysplasia, deafness, hypothyroidism