Friday, August 17, 2012

Chinese puppy mills’ latest pet

Tibetan Mastiffs have seen it all – from fighting knives to going under them and to now becoming Chinese puppy mills’ latest pet

It’s good that China has given a new dimension to the kennel and livestock industry. It cleverly tapped Tibet for the supply of this breed and has been a pro at roping in one of the best breeders for some good specimens. But the increase in puppy mills in the country is evident all over. China has markets in which puppies are sold atop car roofs in streets. Responsible dog owners and people who understand the nuances of dog breeding know that it isn’t a good sign when puppies are made available without papers and information pertaining to their history, lineage, pedigree, parenting or breeding. Also being a place where Saint Bernards were in demand not very long ago because of their size and the amount of meat they provide, Tibetan Mastiffs, who also grow upto 31” at the withers and weigh around 60-100 kg, are not a bad proposition for dog meat lovers.

Size being the hallmark of this pooch, Chinese are attempting to breed its largest specimens ever known, and to become the front-runners in this industry. These powerful and fierce dogs have laid their lives for their masters and companions in the past, and as long as they’re in the hands of sincere dog lovers and genuine breeders, there is no need to worry. The only concern is that they shouldn’t be bred to be put under the butcher’s knife!


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