Lhasa Apso dog
Small breed regular energy Long coat Non-Sporting Group

Lhasa Apso

Confident, Smart, Comical

Standing less than a foot high at the shoulder, Lhasas are small but hardy dogs of aristocratic bearing. Theyโ€™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 Tibโ€ฆ

โš–๏ธ 12โ€“18 lbs (5.44โ€“8.16 kg) ๐Ÿ“ 10โ€“11" ๐ŸŽ‚ 12โ€“15 yr lifespan ๐Ÿง  Intelligence #68 (Fair)

Lhasa Apso Characteristics

Energy

60%

Shedding

20%

Trainability

40%

Grooming

60%

Friendliness

40%

Coat Type

Long coat

2-3 Times a Week Brushing

Breed Data

๐Ÿง 
#68
Intelligence
๐ŸŽ‚
13.9yr
Avg lifespan
๐Ÿ’ฐ
$22K
Lifetime cost
๐Ÿ–
$324/yr
Annual food
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘ง
Great
With kids
๐Ÿฉบ
1
Known conditions

Known genetic concerns: dry eye

Expert Picks for Lhasa Apsos

โญ Top Pick Taste of the Wild High Prairie

dog food

Taste of the Wild High Prairie

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 4.7

Best value grain-free option โ€” great for active dogsโ€ฆ

West Paw Zogoflex Hurley Dog Bone

toys

West Paw Zogoflex Hurley Dog Bone

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 4.4

Best eco-friendly toy โ€” great for moderate chewersโ€ฆ

FurHaven Ultra Plush Luxe Lounger

beds

FurHaven Ultra Plush Luxe Lounger

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 4.4

Best affordable comfort bed โ€” ideal for dogs who just want cozyโ€ฆ

Embark Dog DNA Test Kit

health

Embark Dog DNA Test Kit

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 4.5

Best DNA test overall โ€” unmatched health screening depthโ€ฆ

Whistle Go Explore GPS Tracker

training

Whistle Go Explore GPS Tracker

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 4.2

Best budget GPS tracker โ€” lighter and cheaper with health monitoringโ€ฆ

Andis Premium Dematting Comb

grooming

Andis Premium Dematting Comb

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 4.5

Best dematting tool โ€” essential for long-coated breeds prone to tangleโ€ฆ

Lhasa Apso Care Tips

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Benefits from 30-60 minutes daily exercise โ€” walks, play sessions, or swimming.

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Low shedding โ€” regular brushing prevents tangles; minimal shedding management.

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Brush 2-3ร— weekly to maintain coat condition and reduce shedding around the home.

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FCI Classification

FCI Group

Group 9 โ€” Companion and Toy Dogs

Section

Tibetaanse rassen

Status

recognized