A Chinese woman has reportedly paid a whopping $585,000 (R4 000 000) to buy a new pet dog. The 18-month old dog, a Tibetan mastiff measuring 80cm high, is now believed to be the world’s most expensive dog.

The Chinese woman revealed that her ‘priceless pet’ had been named ‘Yangtze River Number Two’ and added: ‘Gold has a price, but this Tibetan mastiff doesn’t.’

The millionaire said she and a friend had spent a long time searching for an original Tibetan mastiff.

In the town of Yushu they spotted the new dog and decided on the spot to buy it, regardless of price.

The Tibetan mastiff is an ancient breed that originates with nomadic cultures of Central Asia and northern India.

As a flock guardian dog in Tibet, it renowned for being tenacious in its ability to confront predators the size of wolves and leopards.

I bet the dog does not only eat Epol and chop bones for lunch.

Source: luxuo.com