FCI, the World Canine Organisation, have responded to the Chinese Kennel Club’s contention last year that the origin of breeds of Tibetan dogs should be officially recognised as China and not Tibet. The following breeds are to have their country of origin changed from Tibet to China: Tibetan Mastiff, Tibetan Terrier, Tibetan Spaniel, Lhasa Apso and Shih-Tzu. The breed societies are petitioning the FCI not to make the change.