The Himalayan Sheepdog , (Nepali: भोटे कुकुर) known locally by various names including the bhotia, bhote kukur, bangara and sometimes called the Himalayan mastiff, is a breed of livestock guardian dog from the Himalayas of Nepal. Uttarakhand Bhotia Dog : उत्तराखंड के पर्वतीय इलाकों में पाए जाने वाला भोटिया कुत्ते कद-काठी से काफी खतरनाक दिखते हैं, लेकिन यह काफी बफादार और समझदार होते हैं। भोटिया डॉग उत्तराखंड में काफी फेमस है। कुमाऊं और गढ़वाल के पर्वतीय इलाकों में यह डॉग भेड़-बकरियों की बाघ और अन्य जंगली जानवरों से रक्षा करते हैं।. क्यों इनसे डरता है बाघ? These dogs are as ferocious as a leopard & are even capable of protecting cattle in the villages. Although we don't know the origin of Bhutia breed or Himalayan sheepdog, they are known to have rich heritage in north India & are even found in countries like Nepal & Bhutan. The Himalayan sheepdog, also known as the Bhutia dog , is a large, powerful breed that originated in the Himalayan region of Nepal, India, Bhutan, and Tibet. These dogs were bred to protect livestock from predators and have become popular as companion dogs due to their loyalty and protective instincts.