One of the rarest breeds in the
world
The lovable Tibetan KyiApso(kee-AHP-soh)
is a rare and ancient breed from Tibet, the "rooftop of the world." Traditionally
used by nomads for guarding livestock and for personal protection, these
large, playful dogs are recognized by their long, full coats, fully curled
tails and "bearded" faces. In Tibetan, "kyi" means dog, and "apso" means
bearded. KyiApsos are highly intelligent dogs;
some of those lucky enough to live with KyiApsos
swear that they are "psychic." Whatever that extra special quality is,
these dogs have irresistible charm and personality.
KANG
RINPOCHE
is one of our imports from the
foot of Mt. Kailash, one of Tibet's most holy sites. In June, 1994, Dr.
Daniel Taylor-Ide, who brought the first
Tibetan KyiApso into the U.S., led a small expedition from Lhasa to the
holy mountain, on a pilgrimage to find KyiApso puppies. We called it The
Search for the Tibetan KyiApso.
The Tibetan KyiApso Club exists to support this exciting breed. It wants to ensure that a responsible breeding program is established, in order to preserve the unique traditional features of the KyiApso as it has developed in its native Tibet.
The Club is continually working on its breeding program and Tibetan KyiApso Standard. We also have a Photogallery, including our latest puppies!!! And we have a mystery breed! Can you guess what it is?
The
Tibetan KyiApso Club's mailing list
Liz
Bartlett's Tibetan Mastiffs page
The
Lhasa Apso Home Page
The
Tibetan Spaniel page
Tibetan
breed-lovers now have a mailing list run by Liz Bartlett
Future
Generations, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the
environment, especially in Tibet. Dr. Daniel Taylor-Ide founded the group.