Rocky the Tibetan Terrier
“Rocky is 13 now.
I was very down around the time we got him as a puppy, and he gave me something to focus on.
He’s a real character and very stubborn!
About 18 months ago he was badly attacked by an XL Bully and a Rottweiler who had escaped a nearby house. It took about 20 minutes before my Dad and I could get him away from the other dogs, and by some miracle he survived 7 hours of surgery.
Tibetan Terriers are interesting dogs, originally raised by Tibetan monks and kept as good luck charms, mascots, watchdogs and herding dogs. Local villagers refer to Tibetan Terriers as “the little people”, and many believe their spirits are the reincarnation of departed monks.
Rocky is a typical Tibetan. Descended from the great “Fabulous Willy”, a famous Tibetan who was Best In Show at Crufts in 2007, he’s very stubborn, does what he wants and rules the roost. They always pick one person in the family who they follow and idolise – my Dad, not me!
His attack in 2023 was a very bad time for him and our family, but we’re so glad he made it against all the odds. He’s had a good life so far besides, and turns 14 in July 2025.”
Gav, Lou, Sue, Gary & Nikki – Rocky’s pack!
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