The lavishly coated Lhasa Apso is a thousand-year-old breed who served as sentinels at palaces and monasteries isolated high in the Himalayas.

2024年3月29日 · The Lhasa apso is a small non-sporting dog breed from Tibet that has a long, silky coat, which is touted for being low-shedding. Some pet parents trim the coat short in what’s called a “puppy cut” for easier maintenance. The Lhasa apso’s eyes are typically dark and oval, and their tail curls over their back.

2025年2月18日 · Learn all about Lhasa Apso dogs including their history, interesting facts, characteristics, and traits. Find valuable information about this unique breed.

2023年8月2日 · Lhasa Apsos have been around for centuries, with origins dating as far back as 800 B.C. in Tibet. This is an ancient breed that dates back to 800 B.C. He is named after Tibet’s sacred city, Lhasa. Their name also translates to ‘long haired dog.’. His first role was as a sentinel dog inside the palaces and Buddhist monasteries.

The Lhasa Apso is a small dog breed from Tibet who served as a watchdog in monasteries. Their name translates to "Bark Lion Sentinel Dog."

While this lion dog might look like a happy-go-lucky lap pup, the Lhasa Apso is a tough, independent, and bold breed. They have been bred for thousands of years as companions to Tibetan monks and can adapt well to small spaces despite also loving romping around outside and mental games.

Lhasa Apsos are intelligent dogs, but they are a bit stubborn and independent, so training is a must. A firm but patient hand works best. Lhasa Apsos should be well socialized to both people and other animals, including other dogs, in puppy hood. They are excellent watchdogs with a sharp, loud alarm bark.

2023年9月5日 · The Lhasa Apso is a tiny, rugged, dignified dog bred in Tibet as a sentinel for remote Buddhist monasteries and palaces. This ancient breed was initially called the Abso Seng Kye or the “Bark Lion Sentinel Dog,” which perfectly describes its courageous and bold nature.

2025年1月7日 · With a regal demeanor and moderate exercise needs, Lhasa Apsos are charming, independent companions who need daily play and grooming. The dignified Lhasa Apso may be the perfect lap dog today, but they once marched the halls of palaces and holy places, keeping watch over what happened inside.

2023年2月8日 · In this Lhasa Apso Dog breed guide we cover personality, size, weight, health, grooming, training, exercise, diet, breed history and rescue groups. Skip to content Main Menu