History:

At least 2000 years old, originally bred only for monks or nobles. Later he became the guard dog of the monastery. In addition, this dog is also regarded as a sacred thing, and it is believed that after the death of the breeder, the soul is attached to the body, which can bring good luck to the breeder. At first, it was impossible to buy this breed. Later, when the Dalai Lama visited foreign officials, this precious breed was given as a gift, and it was widely spread all over the world.

Lhasa Apso Alias: Tibet Lhasa, Lhasa, Tibetan lion Lhasa is very strong and has endurance. This dog is known for its frequent barking and lion-like appearance. Lhasa Apso has a strong ability to distinguish strangers and is the most suitable watch dog. Click to enter Lhasa Apso Club

Origin:

Lhasa, Tibet, China

Personality:

Very strong and tolerant. This species is known for its frequent barking and lion-like appearance. Lhasa Apso has a strong ability to distinguish strangers and is the most suitable watch dog. Self-esteem is high, vigilant, cheerful, very submissive to a trustworthy owner, and the long coat covering the body is very beautiful. Therefore, in order to maintain the beauty of the hair, it is necessary to take a bath and groom regularly, and be careful not to let the eyes get scratched by the front feet.

FCI Standard:

Dimensions: Size Different, but males are about 10-11 inches tall at the withers; females are slightly smaller.

Color: Any color is acceptable, with or without dark tips for ears and whiskers.

BODY SHAPE: Shoulder to hip slightly greater than shoulder height, ribs well supported, loin strong, hindquarters and thighs well developed.

Coat: Heavy, straight, stiff, not woolly or silky, of adequate length, and very bushy.

Mouth and muzzle: The preferred bite is a pincer bite or a slight underjaw bite. The muzzle is of moderate length; a square muzzle is objectionable.

Head: Heavily feathered, falling in front of the eyes, with a large beard and moustache; head narrow, conspicuously sunken behind the eyes, not very flat, but neither arched or apple-shaped shape. The straight front face has sufficient length. The nose is black, and the distance from the nose to the eyes is approximately 1/3 of the distance from the nose to the back of the head.

Eyes: Dark brown, neither too large and full nor too small and sunken.

Ears: Pendulous and richly feathered.

Legs: Front legs straight; both front and rear legs are heavily haired.

Feet: Many feathered, round, foot-like, with thick pads.

Tail and Posture: Profusely feathered, spiraling over the back, possibly tangled at the ends. A low tail is a serious defect.