Caring for Tibetan Mastiffs: Essential Tips for Raising

Part 1: Raising Tibetan Mastiffs

1. In the first month of a puppy's life, they experience rapid growth and an insatiable appetite. Their mother's milk often fails to meet their nutritional needs, so it's essential to supplement with highquality, easily digestible, and palatable liquid foods. This can include milk mixed with powdered milk, meat broth, cooked egg yolks, or porridge. Adding fish liver oil and vitamins can further enhance their nutrition. Neglecting this can lead to malnutrition, weakness, and health issues, as well as hinder their growth and development.

2. Once the puppy's milk teeth emerge, if financially feasible, pet owners can introduce them to foods like pork and beef cartilage. However, it's crucial not to feed them chicken bones. Offering pork ribs for them to gnaw on can stimulate their gum development and aid in the growth of their permanent teeth.

3. When feeding Tibetan Mastiffs, it's important to supplement their diet with calcium and vitamins necessary for tooth and bone development. Especially for purebred dogs with robust bones, calcium is vital during their early years. Puppies typically require calcium supplements until they are one year old, with about one teaspoon per 2kg of body weight daily. As they grow older, the dosage should be adjusted proportionally.

4. Tibetan Mastiff puppies tend to overeat, so it's crucial for pet owners to monitor their meals and avoid overfeeding. Generally, feeding them to about 80% of their capacity is sufficient. Overeating can lead to indigestion. It's recommended to follow the principle of "less but more often" when feeding your Mastiff.

After reaching one year of age, the growth of their teeth and bones is complete, and their calcium needs decrease significantly. A teaspoon of calcium powder per 15kg of body weight is adequate. Pet owners should ensure their Mastiffs engage in moderate outdoor exercise daily and expose them to UV light to facilitate calcium absorption.

Part 2: Tibetan Mastiffs' Favorite Foods

Tibetan Mastiffs are carnivorous and have a preference for beef and mutton, with a slight preference for these over other meats.

They also enjoy various animal organs such as hearts, livers, spleens, lungs, intestines, and blood. While these organs are rich in nutrients, it's important not to overfeed them, as excessive consumption can lead to poisoning and negatively impact bone growth. A fully grown Mastiff can have these organs twice a month.

Animal bones are another favorite, with large bones like beef bones being particularly appealing due to their rich marrow and calcium content. This is beneficial for the dog's health and, especially for puppies, their tooth development. However, sharp bones like chicken frames should be avoided, as they can easily puncture the Mastiff's throat or intestines. It's best to soften or chop these bones before feeding.

This protein source is crucial for Tibetan Mastiffs, playing a vital role in their diet. Proteins are essential for the composition of their body tissues, and since they are large dogs, they require an adequate supply of protein to ensure they receive the necessary nutrients for growth and development.

Part 3: Care and Precautions in Tibetan Mastiff Raising

Tibetan Mastiffs should not be bathed more than once every six months as puppies. After reaching adulthood, a bath every 12 weeks is sufficient.

Tip: Dr. Oxygen Pet reminds potential Tibetan Mastiff owners that they can click to continue reading "How Much Does a Purebred Tibetan Mastiff Cost?" This article discusses the price and purchasing considerations for these majestic dogs.