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follow mole trails leaving an array of trenches and holes behind. can be aggressive or shy when not properly socialized.
They make excellent watch dogs, and can be very protective and
territorial. Thick set: Broad and solidly built.

Telomian: Is a rare breed of dog native to Malaysia. Malaysians Thigh: The hindquarter from hip to stifle.
call this dog breed Anjing Kampung which means Village dog
in Malay. The Telomian is a small breed with an elongated back. Thoracic vertebrae: The thirteen vertebrae of the chest with
Like the Chow Chow, the breed has a blue tongue. which thirteen pairs of ribs articulate.

Temperament: Mixture of natural qualities and traits that produce Throatiness: An excess of loose skin under the throat.
character.
Thumb marks: 1. Distinctive black spot in black and tan coloured
Tenterfield Terrier: Is a breed of dog native to Australia. These breeds on pastern (e.g. English Toy Terrier). 2. Distinctive mark
small dogs had been bred for ratting. This type of dog is suited on forehead (e.g. Pug).
shipboard life, where rats and mice were both a health hazard and
a threat to food supplies. Today they are a strong, active, hardy Tibetan Mastiff: Is a large Tibetan dog breed, originating with
and agile dog, their smooth short coat making them ‘easy care’ the nomadic cultures of Tibet, China, India, Mongolia and Nepal,
family companions. Despite its small stature, the dog is friendly it is used by local tribes of Tibetans to protect sheep from wolves,
with an outgoing, adaptable nature, bold in the way of terriers and leopards, bears, large mustelids, and tigers. As a flock guardian
is intelligent. dog in Tibet and in the West, it uses all the usual livestock guardian
tactics (e.g. barking, scent-marking perimeters) to warn away
Terceira Mastiff: Is a landrace Portuguese dog breed, also predators and avoid direct confrontations. They often sleep during
known as the Rabo Torto. The Terceira Mastiff is a medium-sized the day, making them more active, alert and aware at night.
molosser and one of its most remarkable features is an innately
short, corkscrew like tail. According to a legend, it once was very Tibetan Spaniel: Is a breed of assertive, small, intelligent dogs
popular among the pirates of the region and soon became a popular originating over 2,500 years ago in the Himalayan Mountains of
fighting dog as well. Tibet. They share ancestry with the Pekingese, Japanese Chin, Shih
Tzu, Lhasa Apso, Tibetan Terrier and Pug. Extremely intelligent,
Terrier front: Straight front as found on fox terriers. the Tibetan Spaniel is one of the most cat-like dog breeds. They
will climb on the sofa, table, dresser, etc., to see what is going on
Terrier group: A group of dogs used originally for hunting vermin. outside. At the same time, they are highly affectionate and will
often greet their owners by jumping into their lap and licking their
Testicles: The male gonads, which produce spermatozoa. AKC face.
regulations specify that a male that does not have two normal
testicles normally located in the scrotum may not compete at any Tibetan Terrier: Is a medium-size breed of dog that originated
show and will be disqualified, except that a castrated male may in Tibet. Despite its name, it is not a member of the terrier group.
be entered in obedience trials, tracking tests, field trials (except The breed was given its English name by European travelers due
Beagles), as a stud dog in a Stud Dog class, and Veterans class at to its resemblance to known terrier breeds. Tibetan Terriers were
an independent specialty. kept as good luck charms, mascots, watchdogs, herding dogs, and
companions. They were also used to retrieve articles that fell down
Texture of coat: Quality or feel of coat. mountain sides. They are amiable and affectionate family dogs,
sensitive to their owners, and gentle with older children if properly
Thai Bangkaew Dog: Is an Asian dog breed, originating from introduced. Though not prone to excessive barking, the Tibetan
Thailand. It is a medium-sized spitz-type dog. Bangkaew is a Terrier has an assertive bark.
village located in the Bang Rakam District, Phitsanulok Province
in the central region of Thailand. This is an intelligent, athletic, Tibia: One of the two bones of the leg (i.e., the lower thigh, second
agile and robust breed. It will be a loyal and protective family thigh, or lower leg).
companion as well as an excellent watchdog. It will get along well
with children and a properly socialized dog will be very gentle Ticked: Small areas of black flecks, or coloured hairs on a white
with smaller children. background.

Thai Ridgeback: Is an ancient landrace of dog and they are also Tied at the elbows: Elbows set too close under body, thus
known as a Mah Thai Lang Ahn. The Thai Ridgeback is one of restricting movement.
only three breeds that has a ridge of hair that runs along its back
in the opposite direction to the rest of the coat. The other two are Toed-in front: See pigeon toed.
the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Phu Quoc Ridgeback. Thai
Ridgebacks are an intelligent breed and make loyal, loving family Topcoat: On a dog’s coat, the longer guard hairs.
pets. They are naturally protective of their home and family and

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