While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Tibetan Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Jack-A-Ranian is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Energetic
Reserved
Intelligent
Amiable
Gentle
Sensitive

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Cheerful
Extroverted

Tibetan Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Jack-A-Ranians are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Tibetan Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Jack-A-Ranians aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Pied
Gray
Brindle

Brown
Black
Brindle
White
Cream
Gray
Silver

Tibetan Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Jack-A-Ranians have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Tibetan Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Jack-A-Ranian can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Lens Luxation
Ceroid Lipofuscinosis
Hypothyroidism
Heart Murmur

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Collapsed Trachea

Retinal Dysplasia
Allergies

Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Eye Problems
Dental Problems

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Heart
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Eye Examinations
Dental Examinations
Ultrasonography
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Various Blood Tests

Tibetan Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Jack-A-Ranians are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Tibetan Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Jack-A-Ranians need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Tibetan Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Jack-A-Ranians sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Fetch, Play keep away, Walk, Dog Parks

Fetch, Hike, Walk, Cuddling, Training, Playing, Eating Snacks, Tug-of-war, Walks, Play, Walking, Running, Long walks, Belly rubs, Shake, Shopping, Hiking, Bark, Bite, Chase, Run, Exploring, Fetch and chase, Tug o war, Cuddles, Attention

Tibetan Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Jack-A-Ranians are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Tibetan Terrier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jack-A-Ranian, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Tibetan Terriers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Jack-A-Ranians usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Tibetan Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Jack-A-Ranian requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Ideally, Tibetan Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Jack-A-Ranian should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Tibetan Terrier feed 2.2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 6-14 pound (3 - 6 kg) Jack-A-Ranian feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Tibetan Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Jack-A-Ranian is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Tibetan Terrier is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Jack-A-Ranian is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Tibetan Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Jack-A-Ranian is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Tibetan Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Jack-A-Ranians are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Tibetan Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Jack-A-Ranians are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Tibetan Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Jack-A-Ranians are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Tibetan Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Jack-A-Ranians are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.