World's "Fiercest" Guard Dog!

The Great Pyrenees is not the only dog breed used to defend livestock from predators in the world. As a matter of fact, there is one rare breed that originated in the Himalayan mountains, that is ferocious enough to repel such predators as wolves, leopards, bears, & even tigers. This rare breed is the massive Tibetan Mastiff.

If Ewe mess with me, it could take a BITE out Ewer day!

I'm very Protective of my family & flock!

The Tibetan Mastiffs are regarded by many as the fiercest dogs in the world. Marco Polo once referred to the Tibetan Mastiff as being "as tall as a donkey & with a voice of a lion". Weighing between 140-170 pounds, they can grow up to 250 pounds & stand at 25-28 inches tall. They are equipped for freezing temperatures, sporting an immense double coat with a heavy mane around their neck, & shorter hair on their head. Males have a muscular neck that is arched with a moderate dewlap, which is more pronounced than that of females. They have cat-like feet & a curled, feathered tail.

I just got back from the beauty parlor. What do Ewe think?

I need a strong master because I'm very INDEPENDENT!

Tibetan Mastiffs are known in their native land as " a defender of woman & children"! They act as a guardian dog of sheep, yaks, horses, & goats. They are ferocious deterrents to any predator that considers attacking the flock. The Tibetan Mastiff is fearless, aggressive, & courageous while on duty, however, it tends to be intelligent, loyal, calm, even tempered, & protective with family members.

No predators yet! I'm getting sleepy! Bring it on!

We are the future! We are also worth $600,000 each to some Chinese elite !

I sold for over one million dollars!

Tibetan Mastiffs  are assertive by nature & difficult to train. They will respond to a firm hand of strong leadership, because they desire to please their masters at their very core.. That's probably because they are among the rarest of breeds, with only 100 pure-bred dogs remaining.(that is according to www.news.com.au) They are also known as the most expensive breed, & have actually  become a status symbol for some wealthy Chinese.


Pardon me, but which one of Ewe is going to take me home?



My head's bigger than Ewer head!


The stronger the guardian, the more secure the sheep. The Shepherd teaming up with a Tibetan Mastiff seems like a perfect recipe to keep predators away.

Me, Worried about Predators? Ewe have got to be KIDDING!

EWE are safe under My care!

As Ewe travel through Ewer day, know that Ewe are not alone! The Good Shepherd is ordering Ewer steps for Ewe!


"Do not fear not little flock, for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom." Lk.12:32


Monitor Madness!

Do Ewe remember growing up with hall monitors & lunchroom monitors? Their job was to "keep an eye out" for us in some designated area. The world of nature also has a "Monitor", according to legend, to "keep an eye out" for crocodiles, standing on their hind legs. Monitor Lizards are large reptiles that are located near various bodies of water all across Asia & in the jungles of Africa. They will stand on their hind legs to "monitor" approaching predators.


My Mom taught me it was OK to stick my tongue out!

Small reptiles & mammals Beware-Ewer life "Monitor" is here!

 The largest of the Monitor Lizards is the famous Komodo Dragon, located in Indonesia on an island that bears its name. It is the largest lizard in the world & is believed to carry a fairly weak venom. It also has bacteria in its saliva, which eventually poisons its prey, if it's fortunate enough to escape its powerful jaws. Dragons grow to about 10 ft. long, & weigh up to 300 pounds.

Special "K" in the morning keeps me healthy.

I'm a real "Stand-Up" Guy! The food goes down easier.

Birds of a feather flock together. We're big, bad, & beautiful!

Most species of Monitor Lizards are carnivorous, with a diet consisting of small reptiles, birds, eggs, & small mammals. Fruit & vegetation are also on the menu for some species, depending on their habitat. Monitor Lizards are also extremely versatile & are very adaptable to different environments.

I don't want to hear any "Tongue & Cheek" remarks!

Swallowing prey requires me to "Open Wide"!

 The Monitor Lizard females lay their eggs in tree stump hollows, & then proceed to protect the eggs by covering them with dirt. They lay up to 30 eggs, only a few of which are expected to survive. Monitors are considered to be intelligent, especially since they "Monitor" & survey their surroundings for predators & prey.


I'm just "blue" over losing so many of my eggs!

"EGG"-cellent location to be born!

Sheep aren't as versatile as the Monitor Lizards, & can't stand up as well on their hind legs. Instead, they have a Shepherd who stands up & "monitors" all potential predators for them.



Don't Ewe worry about predators! I got Ewer back!



We feel safe in the "Lunchroom" of our Shepherd!

Enjoy the freedom that comes from knowing that the Good Shepherd is watching out for EWE. Fear not, for He's monitoring Ewer travels today & everyday from this day forward!

"The eyes of the Lord are in every place, Keeping watch on the evil & the good". Proverbs15:3