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I had to laugh when I met Excel. He was in a crate with Snuffy the Shih Tzu. I was taking these photos and reached in to get Snuffy and - poof - I had Excel instead. What a happy-go-lucky guy he is. Well, it's just no wonder - he's still just a baby. And trying to get pictures....well, let's just say these are the only ones that are sorta in focus!
At least the video should be good....
Like so many rescued dogs in the south, Excel has tested positive for heartworms. He will be treated before going to his forever home.

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, this breed originated in Tibet. It is believed that in its veins runs the blood of the Pekingese, the Pug, and the Japanese Spaniel (Chin). These dogs were prized in ancient Tibet, and were often given as gifts to royal houses. This practice spread the dogs throughout Asia. Depictions of dogs similar to the Tibetan Spaniel have been found in Chinese bronzes from as early as 1100 BC. The Tibetan Spaniel was a companion and watchdog at Tibetan monasteries, sitting on the high walls and barking at any sign of intruders. The dog also reportedly turned the prayer wheels for his masters. Today's Tibetan Spaniel still likes to sit in high places to watch over his surroundings. The Tibetan Spaniel first was brought to England in the late 1800's. The breed received official AKC recognition in 1984. Now the Tibetan Spaniel is a popular companion and show dog.
The Tibetan Spaniel is perky, happy, very smart, and trusting. They are sweet and protective with their family, especially children, but aloof with strangers. It is not a yappy dog, yet it will bark at intruders and strange happenings. It can be rather insistent and willful at times. This breed is a fine family companion, very independent and a good watchdog. It can move fairly quickly on its small, neat hare- feet, usually getting along with other animals. These dogs can be slightly difficult to train. The Tibetan Spaniel is slow to mature and lives a long time - about 12-15 years.