We have had Tibetan Terriers at Bakit Kennels in Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia for the last sixteen year and like Dr Greig, who first brought them to the west, we were given our first one, a cream bitch, Shambalah Kira Belle, Kira. She presented us with our first litter in January 1991. Of those, four of them went on to be Champions. Our first male was purchased the same year from Pirramimma Kennels. He was Pirramimma Bah Po, Fred, who proved to be a great show dog and a great foundation sire winning many in show and group awards including Runner up Best in Show at Championship level and Best of Breed three years in a succession at the Brisbane Royal. Sadly for us, Fred passed away in April 2005. In subsequent years we acquired Pirramimma Ser Kudak, Tyga, who among his many show and group awards was also Runner up Best in Show at Championship level. Both these dogs were to become Champions very early in their careers. In 2001 we imported Alilah Bradd from the United Kingdom he began his career in Australia with a Runner up in Group and a Puppy in Show at his very first show and at his second show, the Hobart Royal, he was Challenge Dog and Junior in Group. Since then he has also been awarded many in Group and Show award including a Runner up Best in Show at Championship level. He has earned these awards under Australian and International Judges. To date Bakit Kennels has produced thirteen Australian Champions. One of our home bred bitches, Australian Champion Bakit Temple Belle, Tara, has been Best Opposite Sex Puppy in Group at the Brisbane Royal under Jean Lanning who judged the General Specials at Crufts in 2005. Tara has also won a Best in Show at Championship level. As well as breeding for the show ring many of our puppies have found wonderful homes giving joy and happiness as companions to their new owners throughout Australia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Indonesia, New Zealand and soon to India and the Republic of South Africa. Our dogs have introduced us to many interesting people both in Australian and overseas. It has been a wonderful experience that we wouldn’t have missed for the world. __________________________________________
General Information on Tibetan Terriers The Tibetan Terrier is a unique and charming breed. They are hardy enough to withstand the extremes of weather they faced in their native land of Tibet, strongly constructed to surmount the difficulties of the harsh, mountainous terrain, and have a high level of intelligence. They are equipped for survival and, fortunately for fanciers today, the breed has remained virtually unchanged for several thousand years. It should be clearly understood they are not a true terriers, as they have none of the terrier temperament, nor do they go to ground after their prey. The name terrier is misleading, and was attached to the breed when they were first identified by the Indian Kennel Club. At that time dogs fell into three basic categories: large guard dogs of Mastiffs, medium-size hunting dogs, or small terriers. Tibetan Terriers differ as much from one another as people do. They are very much individuals with their own personalities. Typically they have a highly developed sense of humour, and are happy and outgoing souls with a zest for life. They like being included in all the family activities and are not content to merely become part of the background. In general the mature TTs are not boisterous. They tend to be dignified, but indulge themselves in a mad-cap game now and then, and are usually ready to join in a rough & tumble game whenever the opportunity arise. Youngsters on the other hand, have boundless energy and no shortage of ideas on how to use it. They are a very trainable breed provided training is approached in an understanding, gentle manner. Success depends on the establishment of a close understanding relationship between owner & pupil. Where there is love, kind firmness and mutual respect a TT will give his best. The breed is normally good with children, particularly when they have been raised with them. When first introducing dogs & children it is important both are closely supervised. Wise and gentle guidance will help foster the very best of lasting relationships. The Tibetan Terrier is a double coated breed, and while they do shed, accumulation of hair on the carpet and furniture is minimal. The soft undercoat sheds into the topcoat which forms mats, therefore regular grooming is essential. The typical TT is an excellent sentinel, and can be relied to act as early warning system when something unusual is occurring. While they do bark, they are not usually yappy. Most will become quiet once the owner has taken control of a situation. In the right hands the Tibetan Terriers are the most rewarding of companions. Their curiosity and impish sense of fun make them refreshing company. They have so much to give, but require a two-way relationship. Tibetan Terriers are not for everyone, but for those who value the special qualities a TT has to offer, there is no other breed that can take their place. __________________________________________ Tibetan Terrier Breed Standard Kennel Club, London 1994 F.C.I. Standard No 209 CHARACTERISTICS - Lively, good natured. Loyal companion dog with many engaging ways. TEMPERAMENT - Outgoing, alert, intelligent and game; neither fierce nor pugnacious. Sparing of affection to strangers. HEAD AND SKULL - Skull of medium length, neither broad nor coarse, narrowing slightly from ear to eye, neither domed nor absolutely flat between ears. Zygomatic arch curved, but not overdeveloped so as to bulge. Marked stop in front of eyes but not exaggerated. Muzzle strong; well developed lower jaw. Length from eye to tip of nose equal to length from eye to occiput. Nose black. Head well furnished with long hair, falling forward over eyes. Lower jaw carrying small, but not exaggerated amount of beard. In all giving a resolute expression. EYES - Large, round, dark brown, neither prominent nor sunken; set fairly wide apart. Eye rims black. EARS - Pendant, carried not too close to head. V-shaped, not too large, set fairly high on the side of the skull, heavily feathered. MOUTH - Scissor or reverse scissor bite. Incisors set in a slight curve, evenly spaced and set perpendicular to jaw. Full dentition desirable. NECK - Strong, muscular, medium length, allowing head to be carried above level of back and giving overall balanced appearance. Flowing into well placed shoulders. FOREQUARTERS - Heavily furnished. Shoulders well laid, with good length and slope of upper arm. Legs straight and parallel; pasterns slightly sloping. BODY - Well muscled, compact and powerful. Length from point of shoulder to root of tail equal to height at withers. Fair spring of rib with depth of brisket to elbow. Ribbed well back. Top line level, loin short, slightly arched; croup level. HINDQUARTERS - Heavily furnished, well muscled. Well bent stifles and low set hocks giving level topline and drive. FEET - Large, round, heavily furnished with hair between toes and pads. Standing well down on pads; no arch in feet. TAIL - Medium length, set on fairly high and carried in a gay curl over back. Very well feathered. Kink near tip often occurring and permissible. GAIT/MOVEMENT - Smooth, effortless stride with good reach and powerful drive. When walking or trotting hind legs should track neither inside nor outside the front legs. COAT - Double coat. Undercoat fine and woolly. Top coat profuse, fine but neither silky nor woolly; long; either straight or waved but not curly. COLOUR - White, golden, cream, grey or smoke, black, parti-colour and tri-colours; in fact any colour except chocolate or liver permissible. SIZE - Height: Dogs 35.6-40.6 cms (14-16 ins) at shoulder FAULTS - Any departure from the foregoing points should be considered a fault and the seriousness with which the fault should be regarded should be in exact proportion to its degree. NOTE - Male animals should have two apparently normal testicles fully descended into the scrotum.
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