Lhasa Apso Puppies and Dogs

Fast Facts & Guide to Lhasa Apso Puppies and Dogs

Have a glance at our Fact File and Guide to Lhasa Apso Puppies and Dogs. Discover some fast facts to gain a really fast overview of the Lhasa Apso.

Lhasa Apso Guide and Fact File

Height: The average male Lhasa Apso measures 10-11 inches and females slightly less

Weight: The average weight of the Lhasa Apso is 5-7 kg

Size of Dog: The Lhasa Apso is a small sized dog

Breed Type and Dog Group: The Lhasa Apso belongs to the Non-Sporting Group of Dogs

Country of Origin of the Breed: The Lhasa Apso originated in Tibet, Himalayan Mountains

Exercise Needs: The Lhasa Apso requires minimal regular daily exercise and activity

Coat Type: The Lhasa Apso has a long, heavy coat that parts down their back from head to tail

Shedding hairs: The Lhasa Apso is a low shedder

Grooming needs: The Lhasa Apso requires daily grooming

Training a Lhasa Apso (Trainability): The Lhasa Apso is trainable with patience

Other Names of Lhasa Apso:  Lhasas, Apso Seng Kye which means 'bark lion sentinel dog'

Lhasa Apso Lifespan - The Lhasa Apso lives for approximately 15 years or longer

Number of puppies per litter: The average litter size for the Lhasa Apso is 4 to 5 puppies

Temperament / Behaviour: Cheerful, Jolly, Mischievous, Independent, Lively and Aloof

We hope that the fast facts and information provided in our Lhasa Apso puppy and dog fact file and guide will prove a useful overview of this particular breed. Please click one of the links at the top of the page for detailed articles relating to training, pet care, grooming, personality, exercise needs, male and female Lhasa Apso dog names, illness and health problems.

Summary of Lhasa Apso Puppies and Dogs

Lhasa Apso puppies and dogs have jolly and bright personalities and Temperaments. This cheerful breed is somewhat independent and unique which can make puppy training a little slow and difficult, and this breed may not always carry out the commands of its master. Puppies tend to respond better to motivational training and enjoy a challenge. Training and socialization should start from a young age as this breed is very sociable with its owners but can be wary and curious of strangers. This independent thinking breed is better owned by a family with older children as opposed to young children. This breed of puppy and dog  is dignified and charming but can sometimes be a bit mischievous. It has an assertive personality and temperament and can be aloof at times. This little dog makes a nice pet if it is provided with the right training. It is an alert and amusing breed with its different and unique personality and temperament

Choosing Lhasa Apso Puppies and Dogs as Pets

Lhasa Apso puppies grow into small sized adult dogs and the above summary will help you to determine whether they are suitable as a family pet. If you are considering whether to buy a Lhasa Apso puppy, adoption is also an option for this particular type of dog, or even selecting one from a rescue centre, or reputable dog breeder. This breed is prone to some hereditary and genetic health conditions and diseases. Therefore, prospective owners should consider seeking a dependable breed who will provide health clearances for their puppies. The Lhasa Apso has a lovely, thick, straight coat that parts down its back from head to tail. This particular coat will take some grooming and owners should be prepared to brush or comb their puppy or dog on a daily basis, and to bathe them once or twice per month. The Lhasa Apso is a small dog requires a little exercise and should be given a daily walk to keep it both mentally and physically fit.

Lhasa Apso Puppies and Dogs