Lhasa Apso - Important Things To Know

The Lhasa Apso (also called the Lhasa Terrier) is
a non-sporting dog. They have a long shaggy coat
that makes them look like a small English
Sheepdog. The breed is believed to have first
existed in around 800BC. Acting as a watch dog
inside Buddhist monasteries is the role they
were originally raised for. They're suitable as
a companion for patient owners in the modern
day. They are distinguishable by their shaggy
coat and stubborn but devoted temperament. They
are assumed to have first existed in the
Himalayan Mountains near the city of Lhasa and
their breeding lineage includes close to the
ancestral wolves.

They are recognized as a small sized dog. The
standard male dimensions are 10-11 inches high
with a weight of 11-18 pounds. Their manner is
identified as being bold, alert and sometimes
stubborn. The breed is generally reserved (with
a tendency to bark) towards people they haven't
met, but their small size makes them unsuitable
as a protection dog. In comparison with every
other dog, they are recognized as being not
highly smart, and are ranked 68th when being
taught new obedience commands.

They are somewhat suitable for a family pet,
seeing as they are good with kids. Other pets
like other pets and dogs they can play with do
get along peacefully with them. Looking after
their coat is a demanding task. They require
full grooming every 2 to 3 weeks, and regular
brushing through their coat every day or two.
They love to have a small (though doesn't need
one) yard so they have plenty of room, but can
very easily be suited to apartment life.

As is the case with most small sized breeds,
they are predominantly long-lived with a life
expectancy of 12-14 years. Their most common
health risk is skin conditions or infections,
and they can also be susceptible to kidney
problems, hip dysplasia or eye problems.
Activities such as indoor play sessions or games
of fetch will give them enjoyment. To prevent the
development of hyperactivity or other destructive
behavior, they require moderate walks every day
as a result of their low to medium degree of
energy.

You need to be able to spend a lot of time
grooming and giving them attention if you choose
to buy the Lhasa Apso. They're an excellent
choice for families with older children or
anyone with a less active lifestyle, but not the
best option for families with young, rough
children. One of the most appealing facts about
this particular dog is that it has a lovable
shaggy appearance and devoted temperament that
means it will be a great companion for many
years.


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