Description:
The Lhasa Apso has the characteristics of
keen watchfulness, and very hardy. He is easily trained and responsive to kindness. Their
beautiful dark eyes are appealing as they wait for some mark of appreciation for their
efforts. The Lhasa Apso is happy, usually long lived, adaptable and good in families with
children.
Height:
10 - 11 inches
Weight: 13 - 15 lbs.
Colors:
Solid golden, sandy, honey, dark grizzle, slate or
smoke; black parti-color, white or brown.
Coat: Top
coat long, heavy, straight and hard. Moderate undercoat.
Temperament:
Gentle, loyal
With Children: Yes
With Pets: Yes
Special Skills: Family Pet
Watch-dog:
Very High
Guard-dog: Low
Care and
Exercise: Daily
combing and or brushing is required. Their thick undercoat may become matted if not
properly groomed. Pay special attention to matting on the bottoms of the feet, clean
ears and eyes meticulously. Even though they love to walk and play, they do not
demand exercise but regular exercise will keep them fit and trim.
Training:
Can be obstinate. Patience and no harsh words are the best
approach.
Learning Rate: High, Obedience
- Low, Problem Solving - Medium
Activity:
Indoors - Very High, Outdoors - High
Living Environment: House,
apartment, country or city a Lhasa Apso will adapt to his
environment. Owners of a Lhasa Apso must be committed to take care
of his abundant coat.
Health Issues: May suffer from genetic kidney problems or ear infections.
Life Span: 14
Years
Litter Size: 4 - 5
Country of Origin:
Tibet
History: His is the most popular of the breeds indigenous to Tibet.
The Tibetan Terrier, Tibetan Spaniel and Lhasa Apso all share common ancestors.
Sometimes he is known as the Tibetan Apso. The name "apso" means
goat-like and he may have been named that for his coat resembles that of the goats kept by
Tibetan herders. In Tibet the Lhasa Apso was a treasured dog of the privilege
classes. He is truly an aristocrat, having been bred in a domestic environment for
generations. He first came to Britain in the 1930's and then later to America by
1935.
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