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Indigenous mastiff (Himalayan guard dog)
The Himalayan Sheepdog, also referred to as the Bhote Kukur, is a livestock guardian dog that originated from Nepal.Naturally, Himalayan Sheepdogs enjoy outdoor lifestyles and are rarely seen beyond the regions of India and Nepal. As a powerful and robust breed, the Himalayan Sheepdog is mainly used for herding purposes. The Himalayan Sheepdog was most commonly used to herd and guard cattle from predatory animals. They are well trained by local villagers of sankri village of Uttrakhand (INDIA).