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This is the hopeful beginning of a happy sequel to the story of Maceo, the big Doby/Lab mix whose loss was felt so deeply by our two Illinois granddaughters. Now they have a new family member, one of a rare breed, a Tibetan Mastiff named Agramonte (officially, Washani’s Calixto Garcia y Agramonte). Students of history (and Googlers) will detect a trend in the names of the family dogs– Maximo, Maceo, and now Agramonte.
His great-grandfather (Tatarabuelo) Ch Timberline Barni Drakyias, was best of breed at Westminster this year:
This breed can grow very big, up to 200 pounds. Agramonte, now only three months old, is quite an armful already. Tibetan Mastiffs are considered a primitive breed, coming into heat only once a year as is the case of many wild canids. They are known for their independent spirit and must be fully socialized, as they have strong territorial and protective tendencies, ingrained over many centuries as a result of their role as guardian of housholds and livestock.
Their inner coat sheds once a year, growing back to provide dense insulation against the cold of winter.
Agramonte is very happy playing in the snow.
March 12th, 2008 at 4:11 pm Such beautiful dogs! Make my 98 lb Doberman look like a miniature.
March 14th, 2008 at 3:31 pm Cute, cute, cute. Can’t wait to give him a big hug! He’s like a real live teddybear!
March 15th, 2008 at 2:39 am You are amazing with your big dogs. This one is indeed a cutie, as are your beautiful granddaughters. Thanks for the pictures.
February 21st, 2011 at 12:01 pm I am looking for a TM puppy. Do you have any available? I live in N.H. on 100 acres in the woods. Fair
March 23rd, 2011 at 7:44 pm OMGosh he is gorgeous!!! And I am sure he will be such a big, loveable buddy for them :)