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About Lhasa Apso Puppies, Breeders & DogFacts
The Lhasa Apso, originating in Tibet, is a small Non Sporting breed developed over a thousand years ago as an interior sentinel in Buddhist monasteries and nobles' homes, alerting residents to intruders. Typically 10-11 inches tall and 12-18 pounds, the Lhasa carries a long, heavy, straight double coat that parts down the back and sweeps the floor when kept in full show length; most pet owners opt for a shorter puppy clip. Grooming is demanding, requiring daily brushing, regular bathing, and attentive ear and eye care. Confident, comical, and fiercely loyal yet aloof with strangers, they need only moderate daily exercise and suit attentive adult households and families with respectful older children.
Breed Characteristics
Temperament
Lhasa Apso dogs are known for: Confident, Vigilant, Independent, Aloof, Comical.
- Confident
- Vigilant
- Independent
- Aloof
- Comical
Family & Household Compatibility
- Good with children, this breed is generally compatible with kids.
- Good with other dogs, typically sociable with other dogs.
- Good with cats, generally tolerant of cats when properly introduced.
Known Health Considerations
Progressive retinal atrophy, cherry eye, hereditary renal dysplasia, luxating patella
When researching Lhasa Apso breeders, ask for documentation of health screening on both parents. Ethical breeders test for breed appropriate conditions through OFA, PennHIP, or breed club specified DNA panels before breeding.
Before You Choose a Lhasa Apso Puppy
- Can I see health screening documentation for both parents?
- Are the parents registered with the AKC or relevant breed club?
- What is your return policy if the dog cannot remain in my home?
- Can I visit, meet the parents, and see where the puppies are raised?
- Do you provide a written health guarantee and vaccination records?
Screened Lhasa Apso breeders on PuppyReports have submitted documentation, responded to the platform, and maintain an active PuppyReports™ Card. Research any breeder before you make a commitment.
Featured Ethical Lhasa Apso Breeder
Members of the Canine Ethics Leadership Circle™ who breed Lhasa Apso appear here, submitted health documentation, full record transparency, and a signed Canine Ethics Standard. One breeder per breed.
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About these recommendations. PuppyReports surfaces the basic health screening recommendations for each breed in accordance with the principles established by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) program. The OFA, working with each breed’s primary US parent club, sets the recommended testing list per breed. Recommendations may vary by country and region (US OFA CHIC, European FCI, UK Kennel Club, Australian National Kennel Council, etc.). Always review current requirements with your breed’s parent club for your jurisdiction. Last reviewed: 2026-05-02.
Sources & further reading: American Kennel Club breed information; Orthopedic Foundation for Animals CHIC program (ofa.org/chic programs). Breed data sourced from PuppyReports™ breeds database. Last reviewed: 2026-04-24.