Name Lhasa Apso
Other names Lhasa, Lion Dog
Origin China
Breed Group Non Sporting (AKC:1935)Companion Breeds (UKC)
Size Small
Type Purebred
Life span 12-15 years
Temperament AlertAssertiveDevotedFriendlyIntelligentLivelyObedientPlayfulSpiritedSteady
Height 10 - 11 inches (25 - 28 cm)
Weight 13 - 15 pounds (5.9 - 6.8 kg)
Colors BlackBrownRedWhiteYellow
Litter Size 4-6 puppies

The Lhasa Apso is a non-sporting dog breed originating in Tibet. It was bred as an interior sentinel in the Buddhist monasteries, to alert the monks to any intruders who entered. Lhasa is the capital city of Tibet, and apso is a word in the Tibetan language meaning "bearded", so, Lhasa Apso simply means "long-haired Lhasa dog"

Breed Characteristics ( points out of 5 )
Adaptability 5
Apartment Friendly 5
Barking Tendencies 5
Cat Friendly 5
Child Friendly-  This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them.
Dog Friendly 5
Exercise Needs 2
Health Issues 2
Hypoallergenic: No
Intelligence 3
Playfulness 4
Stranger Friendly 3
Trainability- Training will be difficult, which might not be suitable for a first time dog owner. Patience and perseverance are required to adequately train it. Professional obedience schools can also be helpful.
Watchdog Ability 3