🐕 Lhasa Apso
The Lhasa Apso is a small dog originating from Tibet, known for its role as a guard dog in Buddhist monasteries and the villages near the capital, Lhasa. Its ability to bark loudly, despite its small size, makes it an excellent alarm. Its long and elegant coat also makes it a prized companion dog.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Name: Lhasa Apso
- Origin: Tibet
- Type: Companion and guard dog
- Hypoallergenic? Yes 🌱
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight:
- Male: 5-7 kg
- Female: 4-6 kg
- Height:
- Male: 20-30 cm
- Female: 18-28 cm
- Life expectancy: 12-14 years
- Exercise needs: 45 min to 1 hour per day
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (ideal for apartment living)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Protective: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Obedient: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Athletic: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (suitable for life with children, but may be a bit reserved)
- Other animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (generally sociable, but can be independent)
- Strangers: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (reserved and protective towards outsiders)
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (ideal for apartment living)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (high maintenance due to its long coat)
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Frequency of care:
- Grooming: The Lhasa Apso requires daily brushing to avoid knots and tangles.
- Hygiene: Professional grooming may be necessary to keep its coat in good condition. Baths should be scheduled every 4 to 6 weeks to maintain cleanliness.
- Exercise: Although it is a small dog, it needs moderate exercise to stay active and healthy.
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 1000-1500 €
- Average annual cost (veterinary, accessories, food): 900-950 €
🏡 Important note
The Lhasa Apso is an excellent apartment dog, suitable for urban living, thanks to its small size and ability to take care of itself when alone. Although it is alert and protective, it is not a very obedient dog, which may require a bit more patience in training. Its beauty and elegant coat require daily maintenance to avoid tangles. It is an excellent choice for those looking for an alert and affectionate companion dog. 🐶✨
