Buddha is said to have had power over lions, and the Lhasa Apso with its full coat, full head of hair and leonine colors was referred to as "the lion dog. Lamas Tibetan priests are reputed to be reincarnated as Lhasa Apsos if they do not reach Nirvana. The Dalai Lamas not only kept Lhasa Apsos as pets, but also used them as gifts for honored guests.
Lhasa Apsos not only served as pets and companions but also as guard dogs because of their alert nature and their sharp bark. By however, the breeds were being separated and distinguishing standards written up. Grooming can be time-consuming if you keep a Lhasa Apso in full show coat. Careful brushing is needed to remove debris and prevent the development of matts. Many pet guardians have their Lhasa Apso clipped short twice a year for easier care. Lhasa Apsos do look nice clipped, and they run wildly about as if free of the weight of their hair right after a grooming!
Select Your Region. Facebook Twitter Pinterest Instagram Youtube. As used herein, denotes registered trademark status in the U. Your use of this site is subject to the terms of our Legal Statement. About our Ads. Cookie Consent Tool. Belgium - Belgique. Brazil - Brasil. Canada English. Costa Rica. Croatia - Hrvatska. Denmark - Danmark. Finland - Suomi. France - France. Germany - Deutschland. Greater China - Taiwan. Many owners choose the charming teddy bear cut like mine for their Lhasa Apso which is lower maintenance although I still get a brush twice a week, particularly on my long fluffy tail.
I take weekly baths, too, driven by my penchant for fox poo. Our hair sheds more like human hair rather than some other dog breeds. We shed over time rather than all at once and our long, heavy hairs are less likely to fly around that could cause sneezing fits for sensitive humans.
Although no perfectly hypoallergenic dog exists, we are a good choice for someone with allergies. Little to no shedding, and almost zero drool means that people who normally wheeze, sneeze, and tear up around dogs are less likely to be affected by a Lhasa Apso.
We have a distinctive bark but there are ways to prevent us using it too often. If we get tummy rubs or toys when we bark, that encourages us, and if we are shouted at when we bark we just think you are barking back and carry on! Barking is part of what makes us dogs, but excessive yapping suggests a problem so please speak to your vet.
Us little lions are known for our intelligence and curiosity. We have a great sense of humour and are envied among the other breeds for our ability to learn many words along with all our other great traits, obviously.
Lhasa Apsos are as hardy as we are hairy, but unfortunately are prone to hip dysplasia, which can be prevented by keeping us at a healthy weight and feeding the right portion size of a healthy and complete dog food. Sadly, we are susceptible to eye problems and hereditary progressive retinal atrophy, which causes retinal deterioration and could result in vision loss in our twilight years; however, we tend to handle this with ease and adapt well to the changes.
Lhasa Apsos can also develop cherry eye, where the tear duct moves to the surface of the eye, and dry eye, where not enough tears are produced. The condition requires lifelong treatment managed with antibiotics and medicated shampoos, minerals and ointments and feeding us dog food rich in essential fatty acids and vitamin A.
There is no way to get rid of tear stains contrary to claims out there but there are things that can help. Sometimes they have skin problems if the coat is not kept free of parasites. They do have a slight tendency to get hip dysplasia. Also kidney problems, eye problems such as cherry eye and bleeding ulcers.
These dogs are good for apartment living. They are very active indoors and will do okay without a yard. Lhasa Apsos need a daily walk. Play will take care of a lot of their exercise needs, however, as with all breeds, play will not fulfill their primal instinct to walk. Dogs that do not get to go on daily walks are more likely to display behavior problems.
They will also enjoy a good romp in a safe, open area off lead, such as a large, fenced-in yard. The long coat parts at the spine and falls straight on either side. No trimming or stripping is needed, although when in full coat, they need to be brushed about once a day to keep their coats from matting. Some owners opt to cut the coats short for easier grooming. Dry shampoo as necessary. Check the feet for matting and for foreign matter stuck there. Clean the eyes and ears meticulously, for they tend to tear.
This breed sheds very little. It's named after the sacred city of Lhasa. For years the breed remained solely bred in Tibet by holy men and nobles. It was used as a watchdog in temples and monasteries. The dog was considered sacred. The belief was that when its master died the master's soul entered the Lhasa Apso's body.
The breed was not easy to come across and was hard to buy. The dogs were considered good luck to their owners. In the dogs spread to other parts of the world thanks to C. Tibet's ruler would present them to visiting foreign diplomats. It was first recognized by the AKC in The Lhasa apso breeder should be able to show you lineage records that prove their dogs are healthy enough for breeding.
Lhasa apsos have a regal history that begins in B. Tibet, when they were bred as sentinel dogs who stood watch inside palaces and Buddhist monasteries high in the Himalayan mountains, according to the ALAC. Legend has it, the brave little Lhasa apsos inspired this ancient Tibetan saying : "If the snow-lion stays in the mountains, it is a snow-lion; if it comes down to the valleys, it becomes a dog.
Lhasas have held popular status with Buddhist monks and Dalai Lamas over the centuries—they were never sold, and thus a highly prized gift. Some Tibetian Buddhists believe that the souls of lamas priests are reborn as Lhasa apsos in the stage of reincarnation just before they are reborn as humans, according to the ALAC. Lhasa apsos first came to the West in the early 19th century, landing in the U.
Lhasa Apso Breed Photo. Lhasa apsos are small, confident dogs filled with personality who make smart and loyal companions. By Molly Brown Updated August 01, Breed Group Group Breed Group herding hound hybrid non-sporting none sporting terrier toy working.
Dog Size Size Dog Size extra large lbs. Other Traits Traits Other Traits easy to groom easy to train friendly toward humans friendly toward other pets friendly toward strangers good for first-time pet owners good lap cat high potential for weight gain high prey drive highly territorial hypoallergenic low prey drive prone to health issues requires lots of grooming strong loyalty tendencies tolerates being alone tolerates being picked up.
Temperament Temperament Temperament affectionate bold neurotic shy sociable. Lhasa Apso.
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