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We are very proud to welcome you to our website. Our names are Philip and Bronwen and we are both very passionate and devoted to Tibetan Mastiffs, falling in love after our first encounter with this guardian of Tibet. Both having a keen interest in Asian history and having traveled extensively throughout Asia, we feel blessed with positive karma to be custodians of this unique, legendary breed.

The Tibetan Mastiff is considered to be one of the oldest breeds in existence today and is often referred to as the “king of the dogs from the roof of the world”. We were captivated by this noble canine’s extreme intelligence and independent nature. They are so calm and patient, and so deeply loyal to family with such a natural rapport with children that you have no choice but to become deeply devoted.

Please take time to browse through the many pages / hyperlinks that showcase Amitabha Tibetan Mastiffs. We undertake a limited and selective breeding program that strives to produce world class quality Tibetan Mastiffs with exemplary health, temperament, breed type and structural soundness.

Our website is a work in progress and we aim to keep it updated with the latest news. So please come back again soon and share, along with us, the joy of having Tibetan Mastiffs in your life.

Amitabha - Leading The Way

Health:

Health is of utmost importance in our breeding program. We have endeavoured to source dogs from breeding lines that have demonstrated good long-term health and longevity.

• All  hip and elbow scores of Amitabha TM breeding stock are considerably better than the breed average.

• We have Australia's 1st and only TM with 0/0 hips and 0/0 elbows - the perfect result that all breeders strive for!

All puppies are microchipped, vaccinated and wormed, and receive a comprehensive veterinary health check before joining their new family around 9 weeks of age.

For optimal growth and development of bones, tendons, ligaments and joints:
·         we provide an ergonomically designed environment through all stages of puppy development;
·         we feed all of our puppies and adult dogs superior quality food as complete, balanced nutrition is essential.

• Excellent feedback from puppy owners about their wonderful nature and ability to adapt to their new environment, life with children and other animals.

• Our dogs, exhibited at Brisbane Pet & Animal Expos, enjoyed 1000s of pats and cuddles from the general public, mainly children.

• We have all puppies temperament tested at 8 weeks of age, to contribute to our matching of puppy personalities to best suit their new homes.

• Our puppies undergo a desensitizing program to assist in the development of a balanced and healthy relationship with their new families.

Conformation:

Conformation shows provide breeders with external quality control. Outstanding show results under a range of qualified judges demonstrates that the dog is viewed as a true and correct representative of the breed - in type and structure.  

Amitabha Conformation Showing results include:

• Chinese publication in the "We love" book series - We love Tibetan Mastiffs - with articles about the leading breeders from around the world.

• Tibetan Mastiff Club of America Sentinel magazine

• American Tibetan Mastiff Association Gazette

• The Working Dog Digest (USA)

• Dutch TM Club newsletter

• National Dog The Ringleader way

• Dog News Australia

• Queensland Dog World

Research and Education:

As breeders, we have a responsibility to continue to enhance our knowledge of the breed and where possible, educate others about this unique and wonderful breed. We have an extensive library on Tibetan Mastiffs and general dog husbandry. This library undergoes continual expansion as world-wide research leads to new information.

Ethics:

We support and abide by the Code of Ethics of the Australian National Kennel Council.
http://www.ankc.org.au/home/inner.asp?pageID=92&mainID=2

This code outlines responsibilities for us as breeders to support our puppy owners by:

• providing owners with an understanding of the requirements for the care, welfare and responsible ownership of the dog, and that they have the time and facilities, e.g. adequate fences, sufficient room and proper shelter, to fulfil their responsibilities.

• Maintaining reasonable contact with the new owners of our dogs and to offer continued advice and reasonable assistance.