Breed Comparison: Tibetan Terrier Versus Xoloitzcuintli

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Tibetan Terrier Versus Xoloitzcuintli: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Tibetan Terrier and for the Xoloitzcuintli. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Tibetan Terrier or the Xoloitzcuintli.

Tibetan Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli: Overview

A very important difference between the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Tibetan Terrier is a small-sized dog while the Xoloitzcuintli is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are Companion Dogs. This means both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Tibetan Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Tibetan Terrier to the Xoloitzcuintli based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli

Factor Tibetan Terrier Xoloitzcuintli
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 14 to 20 years
Height 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
Weight 20 to 24 pounds 10 to 50 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 1/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
General Health 5/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 17.0 years
Average Price $1930 $1890
Price Range $1500 – $2100 $1000 – $2500
Temperament Score 57.1 percent 87.5 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Annual recertification REQUIRED
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • NEURONAL CEROID LIPOFUSCINOSIS (NCL)
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination by a boarded ACVO Opthalmologist
  • OFA Hip Evaluation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 94 138

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Tibetan Terrier in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Xoloitzcuintli. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Tibetan Terrier is 85 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Xoloitzcuintli is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Tibetan Terrier is a better pet than the Xoloitzcuintli. So, you should get the Tibetan Terrier!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli

    Below is a list of where the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are most different:

  • Tibetan Terriers require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Xoloitzcuintlis are very easy to groom.
  • Tibetan Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Xoloitzcuintlis have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • The Similarities Between the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli

    The Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are most similar:

  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are very easy to train.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Tibetan Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli.

    Tibetan Terriers weigh 20 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Tibetan Terriers are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Xoloitzcuintlis weigh 10 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Xoloitzcuintlis are 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Tibetan Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli

    The lifespan of Tibetan Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Tibetan Terriers is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Xoloitzcuintlis is between 14 to 20 years. The average lifespan of Xoloitzcuintlis is 17.0 years.

    Xoloitzcuintlis live longer than Tibetan Terriers.

    Temperament of the Xoloitzcuintli Versus the Tibetan Terrier

    The Xoloitzcuintli has a better temperament than the Tibetan Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Xoloitzcuintli is 87.5 percent while the temperament score for the Tibetan Terrier is 57.1 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 57.1 percent, the Tibetan Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 87.5 percent, the Xoloitzcuintli has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli by measuring the temperaments of 14 Tibetan Terriers and 8 Xoloitzcuintlis.

    Price of Tibetan Terrier versus Price of Xoloitzcuintli

    The average price of the Tibetan Terrier puppy is $1930. The price of the Tibetan Terrier typically ranges from $1500 – $2100. However, the price of a Tibetan Terrier can be as low as $1500 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 11 Tibetan Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Xoloitzcuintli puppy is $1890. The price of the Xoloitzcuintli typically ranges from $1000 – $2500. However, the price of the Xoloitzcuintli can be as low as $500 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 33 Xoloitzcuintli puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Tibetan Terrier is more expensive than the Xoloitzcuintli.

    Tibetan Terrier Xoloitzcuintli
    Average Price $1930 $1890
    Price Range $1500 to $2100 $1000 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Tibetan Terrier and Xoloitzcuintli. For different price points, the charts show how many Tibetan Terrier puppies or how many Xoloitzcuintli puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Tibetan Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Tibetan Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Xoloitzcuintlis

    A breakdown of the prices of Xoloitzcuintlis

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Tibetan Terrier puppy or the Xoloitzcuintli puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Adopting the Tibetan Terrier versus Adopting the Xoloitzcuintli

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Tibetan Terriers and many Xoloitzcuintlis are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Tibetan Terrier named Boo that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Tibetan Terriers like Boo on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Tibetan Terriers, Xoloitzcuintlis are also available for adoption. For example, Vlad – Sanctuary – Sponsor My Care is a Male Xoloitzcuintli that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Xoloitzcuintlis like Vlad – Sanctuary – Sponsor My Care that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Sonnie is the name of another Tibetan Terrier (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more Tibetan Terriers and Xoloitzcuintlis that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Tibetan Terrier versus Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Tibetan Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Xoloitzcuintli. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Tibetan Terrier is 94 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Xoloitzcuintli is 138 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Tibetan Terrier

    Popularity of Tibetan Terrier

    Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli

    Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli

    Year Tibetan Terrier Popularity Rank Xoloitzcuintli Popularity Rank
    2013 88 139
    2014 88 142
    2015 90 135
    2016 91 139
    2017 101 143
    2018 96 140
    2019 101 137
    2020 99 131

    Health Problems of Tibetan Terrier versus Health Problems of Xoloitzcuintli

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Tibetan Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the Xoloitzcuintli.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Tibetan Terrier than for the Xoloitzcuintli.

    8 health tests are recommended for Tibetan Terrier while 4 tests are recommended for the Xoloitzcuintli.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Tibetan Terriers and in Xoloitzcuintlis.

    Tibetan Terrier Health Problems

    Tibetan Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Tibetan Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Tibetan Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Tibetan Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Tibetan Terriers for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Annual recertification REQUIRED
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • NEURONAL CEROID LIPOFUSCINOSIS (NCL)
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Tibetan Terriers here.

    Xoloitzcuintli Health Problems

    Xoloitzcuintlis are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Xoloitzcuintli puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Xoloitzcuintli puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Xoloitzcuintli breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Xoloitzcuintlis for:

  • Patellar Luxation
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination by a boarded ACVO Opthalmologist
  • OFA Hip Evaluation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Xoloitzcuintlis here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Tibetan Terriers and Xoloitzcuintlis

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Tibetan Terrier Breed is Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (Tt) problems.

    This is because the Tibetan Terrier ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (Tt) problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 2930 Tibetan Terriers, 131 of them had Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (Tt) problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Tibetan Terriers, and how common these diseases are in Tibetan Terriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (Tt) problems: Rank 1 out of 1 Dog Breeds
  • Rcd4 Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems: Rank 3 out of 8 Dog Breeds
  • Primary Lens Luxation problems: Rank 9 out of 17 Dog Breeds
  • Baer Hearing Test problems: Rank 10 out of 21 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 10 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 23 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 31 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 72 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 142 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 153 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Xoloitzcuintli Breed is Eyes problems.

    This is because the Xoloitzcuintli ranks 55 out of 182 dog breeds for Eyes problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 50 Xoloitzcuintlis, 1 of them had Eyes problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Xoloitzcuintlis, and how common these diseases are in Xoloitzcuintlis relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Eyes problems: Rank 55 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Tibetan Terrier and in Xoloitzcuintli and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli:

    Disease Tibetan Terrier Rank Xoloitzcuintli Rank
    Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (Tt) problems 1 out of 1 dog breeds Not Common
    Rcd4 Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems 3 out of 8 dog breeds Not Common
    Primary Lens Luxation problems 9 out of 17 dog breeds Not Common
    Baer Hearing Test problems 10 out of 21 dog breeds Not Common
    Thyroid problems 10 out of 115 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 23 out of 145 dog breeds Not Common
    Congenital Cardiac problems 31 out of 159 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 72 out of 144 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 142 out of 182 dog breeds 55 out of 182 dog breeds
    Hips problems 153 out of 198 dog breeds Not Common

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Tibetan Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli

    Tibetan Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not like to be left alone.

    Do Tibetan Terriers shed more than Xoloitzcuintlis?

    Tibetan Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Tibetan Terrier or the Xoloitzcuintli

    Tibetan Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Tibetan Terrier or the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Tibetan Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are very easy to groom.

    Does the Tibetan Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Tibetan Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Xoloitzcuintlis have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Tibetan Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?

    Tibetan Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Tibetan Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Tibetan Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Xoloitzcuintlis can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Tibetan Terrier vs. Xoloitzcuintli

    Tibetan Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Xoloitzcuintlis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Tibetan Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Tibetan Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Xoloitzcuintlis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Tibetan Terrier or the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Tibetan Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Tibetan Terriers good family dogs? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?

    Tibetan Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Tibetan Terriers and Xoloitzcuintlis?

    Tibetan Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Xoloitzcuintlis get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Tibetan Terrier Easier to Train than the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Tibetan Terriers are very easy to train.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Tibetan Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Tibetan Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Xoloitzcuintlis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Tibetan Terrier or the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Tibetan Terriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Tibetan Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Tibetan Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Tibetan Terrier:

  • Portuguese Water Dog (78 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Xoloitzcuintli vs Portuguese Water Dog.
  • Barbet (79 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Xoloitzcuintli vs Barbet.
  • Lakeland Terrier (79 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Xoloitzcuintli vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog (78 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Xoloitzcuintli vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Xoloitzcuintli

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Xoloitzcuintli that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Xoloitzcuintli:

  • Glen of Imaal Terrier (70 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Tibetan Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier.
  • Karelian Bear Dog (70 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Tibetan Terrier vs Karelian Bear Dog.
  • Lhasapoo (71 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Tibetan Terrier vs Lhasapoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Tibetan Terrier and how the Xoloitzcuintli compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Tibetan Terrier and of the Xoloitzcuintli to other breeds:

    Tibetan Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Xoloitzcuintli Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Tibetan Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Tibetan Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli better suits you and your family.