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Lhasa Apso Facts
- Group
- Non Sporting
- Affiliations
- AKC, CKC, UKC
- Height
- 10" - 11"
- Weight
- 14-15 lbs.
- Lifespan
- 12 years | Add yours
- Exercise Requirement
- Training Requirement
- Grooming Requirement
- Colors
- Breed Characteristics
Alternate Names
Abso seng key (bark lion sentinel dog).
Origin
The Lhasa Apso originated in the isolated reaches of the Himalayan Mountains, Tibet.
Date Of Origin
This breed goes back hundreds and hundreds of years ago. It is not known, however, exactly when it developed.
History
The Lhasa Apso is one of three companion dogs native to Tibet. Dogs of this type were known in Tibet for hundreds of years, where they gave warning of intruders at monasteries and temples. The first Lhasa apsos came to the U.S. in 1933 as gifts from the 13th Dalai Lama to an American naturalist who was visiting Tibet.
Description
The Lhasa apso is a small but hardy dog that is longer than it is tall. It has a medium length muzzle that is about one third the length of the head. The eyes are dark brown and the nose is black. The ears are pendant and the feet are catlike. The tail is carried over the back and it has a kink at the end. The coat is heavy, straight, and long. Abundant hair on the head falls over the eye, and there are whiskers and a beard. There is heavy feathering on the legs, neck and tail. The hair is parted down the middle from nose to tail.
Temperament
The Lhasa apso is an intelligent and watchful dog. It is affectionate with friends but wary of strangers. It can be uncomfortable with children.
Uses
The Lhasa apso is a hardy dog with an excellent sense of hearing. It will give good, early warning at the approach of strangers.
Health Concerns
Cherry eye, kidney disease, skin conditions.
Additional Information
This breed requires professional grooming every 4-6 weeks to keep it healthy.
Sources
The Howell Book Of Dogs
Publisher: Wiley Publishing Inc, 2007
Website: http://www.wiley.com/WileyCDA/
Author: Liz Palika
Dog Bible
Publisher: BowTie Press, 2005
Website: http://www.bowtiepress.com/bowtie/
Authors: Kristin Meuh-Roe, Jarelle S. Stein
Simon & Schusters Guide to Dogs
Publisher: Simon & Schuster inc, 1980
Website: http://www.simonandschuster.com
Author: Elizabeth Meriwether Schuler
The New Encyclopedia of the Dog
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Publishing, 2000
Website: http://www.dk.com
Author: Bruce Fogle
The All Breed Dog Grooming Guide
Publisher: Aaronco, 2002
Website: http://www.aaroncopet.com
Author: Sam Kohl
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