Lhasa Apso
Puppy
Fully Grown
If you want a dog, but your partner is more of a ‘cat person’, a Lhasa Apso could be the perfect compromise. Their independent characteristics and temperament make them the cats of the dog world. Some even say that this breed is untamable.
Lhasa Apsos are confident, full of pride and tend to find happiness in themselves and with themselves. They look like lap dogs but sure don’t want to be treated like one. They will endure cuddles and patting but on their terms. When they’ve had enough they will jump off you and move on, just like a cat.
Lhasa Apsos prefer to stay away from unfamiliar people. This might make some people think this breed is timid. But it’s simply that they want to be left alone.
This breed is certainly not afraid of heights and will climb or jump onto the highest elevation accessible to them. From this perch they will sit motionless, looking majest and watching over the house!
| Weight: | 6-8 kg |
| Health risk: | Medium |
| Life expectancy: | 12-14 years |
| Coat: | Long |
| Grooming intensity: | Medium |
| Monthly cost (food): | low |
| Trainability: | Low |
| Activity level: | Low |
There are many sources to get your Lhasa Apso from. Considering the number of homeless dogs without a future, we strongly encourage you to consider rescuing a dog. Your local shelter or rescue organisation can be a helpful place to start, or try contacting your local or national breed club or a reputable breeder and asking if they have pets available for rehoming. Many rescue organisations have active Facebook pages, which can also be a good place to enquire.
Here are some links that could be useful for finding a Lhasa Apso to adopt:
To help your rescued Lhasa Apso to settle into your home, our Rescue Dog Guide gives you tips and advice on bringing your rescue dog home.
If you decide you’d prefer to get your Lhasa Apso from a breeder, the following guides will help you to find a responsible breeder:
The following organisations will be able to help you find breeders in your state in Australia. They will also be able to connect you with your local breed clubs, which are always a great source of information in regards to finding good breeders and rescue organisations.
