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Kyi-LeoŽ
Dog Puppies for Sale
Kyi-LeoŽ
Dog
Cadillac, the Kyi-Leo at about 10 months old
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Pronunciation |
KYE-LEO |
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Description |
- The Kyi-LeoŽ Dog is a small but solid dog. It is well boned for its size with good
muscle tone. Light on his feet and very quick. The tail
curls over the back when the dog is alert. The eyes are dark and the nose is black. The
teeth meet in a scissors bite. The forelegs are long and straight. The coat is long and
thick. It either hangs straight or is slightly wavy. There is a natural part that tends to
form along the spine. Its coat may take up to 3 or 4 years to grow to full length. About 99% of Kyi-LeoŽ Dogs are black and white and they occasionally change to silver/grey and white. The head is completely covered with long hair. It has a profuse beard and
whiskers.
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Temperament |
The Kyi-LeoŽ Dog is known for its
liveliness and catlike quickness. They are said to be able to grasp objects with their
front paws. Alert and playful. Gentle and people- oriented, bonding closely with its
immediate family. Usually good with well-behaved children. Good with other dogs as well as
non-canine pets. This little dog is full of voice and energy, making a good watchdog. The
breed is extremely affectionate and is always eager to please. Although sociable, it is
slightly wary of strangers. They should be
well socialized to people and noises at an early age. Kyi-LeoŽs are sensitive but stubborn
and need gentle, firm obedience training. The Kyi-LeoŽ Dog is certainly one of the newcomers to
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Height, Weight
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- Height: 8-12 inches (20-30 cm.) Preferred height is 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
- Weight: 9-14 pounds (4-6 kg.)
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Health Problems |
Possibly prone to slipped Patella, but this has not been proven. A joint
disorder that may require surgery. |
Living
Conditions |
The Kyi-LeoŽ Dog is good for apartment
life. They are very active indoors and will do okay without a yard, but would be better with at least a small yard to run and play in.
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Exercise |
Kyi-LeoŽ need a daily walk.
Play will take care of a lot of their exercise needs, however, as with all
breeds, play will not fulfill their primal instinct to walk. Dogs who do not get
to go on daily walks are more likely to display behavior problems. They will
also enjoy a good romp in a safe open area off lead, such as a large fenced in
yard. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 12-14 years. |
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Grooming |
Frequent combing and brushing of the
long, silky, thick coat is necessary to avoid matting. The coat will require brushing and
a little trimming, but no clipping is involved. This breed is an average shedder. |
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Origin |
This breed's history
began in the 1950's with the accidental mating of a Lhasa Apso
and a Maltese in San Francisco, CA USA. Line breeding continued
in San Jose, California for the next 20 years, where Harriet Linn was responsible for
choosing the name and setting the standard. The "breed" was established in 1972.
Kyi means dog in Tibetan, and Leo means lion in Latin. The breed is recognized by the American Rare Breed
Association. An annual newsletter is sent out, held in conjunction with the Specialty Show, to all
owners and interested parties. The sponsors hold an annual picnic called the
"Kyi-LeoŽ Dog Get Together" for Kyi-LeoŽ Dog lovers to meet one another and talk about
their favorite little breed! |
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Group |
Herding |
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Recognition |
CKC, NKC, ARBA, APRI, and the Kyi-LeoŽ Club |
CKC = Continental Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
ARBA=American Rare Breed
Association
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc. |
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