Choose a Himalayan Sheepdog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

BT Walkers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Nepal
India

​United States

Tibetan Mastiff, Kinnaur Sheepdog of Tibet

Treeing Walker Coonhound, Boxer

Ancient Times

​Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn

Brown
Red
White

Himalayan Sheepdogs have medium-length coats.

BT Walkers have short coats.

A Himalayan Sheepdog can have a litter of 9-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A BT Walker can have a litter of 2-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Cardiomyopathy
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Degenerative Myelopathy
Corneal Dystrophy

Elbow Dysplasia
Arthritis
Canine Glaucoma

Demodicosis
Cherry Eye
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Dermoid Sinus
Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Stenosis

Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Full Physical Examination
Blood Chemistry
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Dna Test For Vwd
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations

Himalayan Sheepdogs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

BT Walkers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Himalayan Sheepdogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

BT Walkers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Himalayan Sheepdogs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

BT Walkers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Playing, Rope game, Chase, Fetch, Catch treats, Walk, Hide and seek, Go to Park

Going for hikes, Tug of war

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Himalayan Sheepdog, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For BT Walker, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Himalayan Sheepdog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The BT Walker is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Himalayan Sheepdog should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, BT Walker should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Himalayan Sheepdog is highly intelligent and very trainable.

BT Walker is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Himalayan Sheepdogs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

BT Walkers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Himalayan Sheepdogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

BT Walkers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.