About The Breed

With a long, flowing coat and a confident, independent personality, the Lhasa Apso is a small, sturdy dog. Originally bred as a guard dog in Tibet, this breed is loyal, alert, and protective of its family. Lhasa Apsos are affectionate but can be reserved with strangers and require regular grooming to maintain their coat.
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Dog Breed:

Lhasa Apso

Lifespan:

12 - 15 years

Height:

10 - 11 inches

Weight:

12 - 18 pounds

Breed Group:

Non-sporting

Shedding Amount:

Occasional

My Info

With a long, flowing coat and a confident, independent personality, the Lhasa Apso is a small, sturdy dog. Originally bred as a guard dog in Tibet, this breed is loyal, alert, and protective of its family. Lhasa Apsos are affectionate but can be reserved with strangers and require regular grooming to maintain their coat.

Contact Information

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(866) 240-9529

#Fun Dog Facts

• Dogs have a special reflective layer in their eyes called the tapetum lucidum – This helps them see in low-light conditions.

• Dogs can track smells that are days or even weeks old – Making them great for search-and-rescue missions.

• Dogs’ noses have unique ridges that form a print, just like human fingerprints – No two dogs have the same nose print.

• Dogs can detect heat with their noses – A special ability found mostly in hunting breeds.

• Dogs hear frequencies up to 65,000 Hz – Humans can only hear up to 20,000 Hz.

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