Canine experts will tell you that Tibetan Mastiffs are _not_ more aggressive than any other dogs. It is their power and sheer size that stirred public perception about Tibetan Mastiffs are among the most dangerous dog breeds. But they can be wary of strangers, due to the territorial and protective instincts that are hard-wired in their DNA. As for the habit of biting furniture that the hostess complained about, that is this big baby's way of letting its owners know that it wanted play time with them. 😄Tibetan Mastiffs don't like to be left alone for a long time, and they would make their dissatisfaction be known by biting furniture or barking loudly.