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 from the Tibetan language.
Litter size: 4–6 puppies
Life expectancy: 12 – 14 years
Coat: Long, dense
Temperament: Devoted, Lively, Energetic, Obedient, Intelligent, Steady, Spirited, Fearless, Assertive, Playful, Alert, Friendly
Height: Female: 25–28 cm, Male: 25–28 cm
Colors: Black, White, Dark Grizzle, Honey (Color), Sandy, Golden, Brown
Standing less than a foot high at the shoulder, Lhasas are small but hardy dogs of aristocratic bearing. They’re famous for a floor-length, flat-hanging coat, parted in the middle and draping each side of the body. A feathery tail curls over the back in the distinct manner of Tibetan breeds. The breed’s fans say the dark, oval-shaped eyes—peeping through lavish facial hair—are the windows of a Lhasa’s merry soul. The complete picture is elegant and serenely well balanced.
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