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

Unfortunately, the Tibetan Spaniel is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Companionable
Intelligent
Obedient
Cheerful
Joyful

Intelligent
Aloof
Independent
Assertive
Happy
Willful

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

Tibetan Spaniels make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

France

Tibet

Water dog

pekingese, pug, japanese chin

1500s

ancient times

Sporting
Gun dog (UKC)

Non Sporting (AKC:1983)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn
Gray
Pied

Black
White
Cream
Red
Sable

Curly

Straight

A Barbet can have a litter of 13-15 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 Tibetan Spaniel 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.

Barbets have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Tibetan Spaniels are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion

Cataracts
Epilepsy

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye
Knee
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Tibetan Spaniels are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Barbet has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Tibetan Spaniel has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Barbets need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Tibetan Spaniels need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Barbets are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Tibetan Spaniels have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

While Barbet dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Tibetan Spaniel dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

Fetch, Walking, Walk, Play, Dressing up

Walking

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Barbet, it's at least 10 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 Tibetan Spaniel, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Barbets usually need at least 45 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 Tibetan Spaniels 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.

Barbet 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

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 37-62 pound (17 - 28 kg) Barbet feed 3 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 9-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Tibetan Spaniel feed 0.7 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 Barbet is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Tibetan Spaniel is somewhere $1.20 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Barbet 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 Tibetan Spaniel 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.

Barbets have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Barbets are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

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

Tibetan Spaniels are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Tibetan Spaniels are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Barbets are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Tibetan Spaniels are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Barbets are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Tibetan Spaniels have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

Tibetan Spaniels are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.