I remember when researching our dear Tucker, a Lhasa Apso, that their small size belied their “guard dog” capabilities and that they were used by the Tibetan monks inside the monastery (larger dogs were used outside). They were known as a “sentinel” dog and would bark to herald a visitor’s arrival. Suffice it to say that we did not choose Tucker for his “guard dog” capabilities (in fact, he didn’t even bark)! He did, however, have a deep bark when he chose to bark two or three times per year! It seems that he did not care for horses who used to go through our property! He didn’t even bark to get in or out (he would paw at the door). He taught this “trick” to Snickers, our cat, who also did not meow to get in and out.

Take care, Marlene

Steph