Lhasa Apso
Non-Sporting group · Small size · From Tibet
A confident, smart, comical Tibetan monastery sentinel — small but feels like a big dog inside.
ConfidentSmartComical
Lifespan
12–15 years
Weight (M)
12–18 lbs
Height (M)
10–11"
Coat
long
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Trait ratings
Energy
Moderate
Trainability
Moderate
Intelligence
High
Exercise needs
Low
Shedding
Lower = less hair
Very Low
Grooming effort
Very High
Drooling
Very Low
Barking
High
Good with kids
Moderate
Good with dogs
Moderate
Good with strangers
Low
Protectiveness
High
Adaptability
Apartment / new environments
High
Common health issues
- • Eye disorders
- • Hip dysplasia
- • Skin issues
- • Kidney disease
Health varies between individual dogs. Always ask breeders for OFA / health-test paperwork.
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