"Lhasa Apso Dogs Training Tips and Dog Breed Information"

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Lhasa Apso Dogs are wonderful indoor watch dogs which have been recommended by many dog breeders.

This breed is a toy breed but they are living with purpose which is to guard their owner's house.

Lhasas are joyful and playful but have noble and arrogant look at the same time. That is why some people do think that this breed has unique temperament.

These small dogs often enjoy time with family but always suspicious of strangers. So, a little training is required to make them comfortable with strangers. To make this dog more balance, you should also house training your lhasa apso puppy which includes potty training your puppy and crate training your puppy. Lack of training will likely to cause him to develop dog behavior problems (See: Dog Behavior Modification Training.

You should walk this dog on a regular basis so that they will be healthy physically and psychologically. This is another long-coated breed that needs a regular grooming. But, many pet owners keep their Lhasa in puppy cut for the ease of grooming.

"Lhasa Apso Dog Breed, Pictures and Breeder Information"

Lhasa Apso vs Human

Lhasa Apso's name is in Tibet language. Lhasa is the capital city of Tibet and Apso is a word in the Tibetan language meaning "bearded," so its name simply means "long-haired Tibetan dog."

History and Origins
Lhasa Apso Dogs are originating in Tibet. They were bred as an interior sentinel in the Buddhist monasteries, who alerted the monks to any intruders who entered.

The breed standard currently used by the American Kennel Club was approved on July 11, 1978.

Group
Lhasa Apso, same with Boston Terrier dog breed, is categorized under Non-sporting Group in American Kennel Club (AKC) and Utility Group in The Kennel Club (UK).

Another member of small dogs which is placed under Utility group is Shih Tzu dog breed.

Living Condition
Lhasa is good in living an apartment life that without a yard. Overall, they are active indoor animal.

Exercise
Remember that all dogs need exercise. Play time indoor should not be a replacement for exercise outdoor. They are two different activities. You should take him for a 45 minute walk daily to drain his energy.

Shedding
This is an average shedding dog breed. So, it needs some fair amount of grooming weekly to make its coat smoothly and beautifully.

"Lhasa Apso Physical Appearance, Characteristics, Temperaments and Average Life Span"

General Appearance
When you take a look at this breed, they look like having a heavy head with narrow skull. They have dark brown eyes with a black nose. Muzzle is usually medium size and their ears are hanging and heavily feathered. Feet are well feathered too and round-shaped.

Coat and Color
Its coat is heavy, straight, hard, neither woolly nor silky, and very dense. Colors include white, golden, rust and parti-colored with various shadings.

Lhasas can change color as they get older, starting with a dark brown coat which gradually turns lighter.

Size
Height: 10.0 - 12.0 inches (25.4 - 30.5 cm)
Weight: 12.0 - 18.0 pounds (5.0 - 8.0 kg)

Average Life Span
15 - 18 years

Average Litter Size
4 - 5 puppies

Characteristics/Temperaments and Energy level
Lhasa is a friendly and lively dog breed. They are also affectionate to their owner but not necessarily like to please their owners. This breed is loyal to its owner, is obedient and is intelligent.

Lhasa is alert with a keen sense of hearing and is wary of strangers. Sometimes, they will become nervous with children as well. So, they are lack of trust with new people and children.

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