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- Average Litter Size of Lhasa Apso
- Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Lhasa Apso Will Have
- How Big Will a Lhasa Apso Puppy Get?
- How Much is a Lhasa Apso Puppy
- How Long is a Lhasa Apso Pregnant?
- How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Lhasa Apso
- Conclusion on Lhasa Apso Litter Size
Average Litter Size of Lhasa Apso
Researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science did a study where they counted the numbers of puppies in 34 different Lhasa Apso birth litters.
From this study, the researchers found that the average number of puppies that Lhasa Apsos can have is 4 puppies. Also, the Lhasa Apso can have as few as 1 puppies per litter and as many as 9 puppies per litter.
See how the litter size of the Lhasa Apso compares to that of other dog breeds below:
Read this article to learn about how many puppies dogs have.
Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Lhasa Apso Will Have
Lhasa Apso Litter Size Predictor
According to the result of the research carried out by researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science, the number of puppies a Lhasa Apso will have depends on the following main factors:
- The size of the breed (most important factor): Giant dog breeds tend to have a bigger litter size, while smaller breeds give birth to a smaller number of puppies
- The method of mating: Natural mating results in a larger litter size than artificial insemination.
- The age of the female dog: Check out the chart below to see how many puppies a female Lhasa Apso is likely to have at different ages.
According to research, the following factors do not affect litter size:
- The time of the year of the litter was born (season of birth): Although, from the study, litters born in the Spring seem to be larger than litters from other seasons, however, the difference was not of significance.
- The number of times a female dog has given birth in the past (known as parity): The age of the female dog is more important to the extent that it makes parity insignificant.
Based on the important factors that affect litter size, the researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science developed formulas for predicting the litter size of dogs.
We have developed the Lhasa Apso litter size calculator above based on their formulas. Use the calculator to predict how many puppies a Lhasa Apso will have based on the age, and method of pregnancy for a Lhasa Apso
The calculator tells you how many puppies your Lhasa Apso will have if your Lhasa Apso gets pregnant today. The calculator assumes that the length of pregnancy will be two months.
Note that we are NOT in any way encouraging you to breed your Lhasa Apso. Dog breeding requires expertise. If you want to be breeding dogs, get the necessary training. Also, work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a dog.
The table below shows the average litter size to expect from a Lhasa Apso at different ages. This table applies to a Lhasa Apso that conceives through natural mating.
| Age (Years) | Average Litter Size | Litter Size Range |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4 puppies | 3 to 4 puppies |
| 3 | 4 puppies | 3 to 5 puppies |
| 4 | 4 puppies | 3 to 5 puppies |
| 5 | 4 puppies | 3 to 5 puppies |
| 6 | 4 puppies | 2 to 5 puppies |
| 7 | 4 puppies | 2 to 6 puppies |
| 8 | 4 puppies | 2 to 6 puppies |
| 9 | 3 puppies | 1 to 6 puppies |
How Big Will a Lhasa Apso Puppy Get?
A Lhasa Apso puppy will grow up to weigh around 12 to 15 pounds. Furthermore, a Lhasa Apso puppy will grow up to be 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder.
Learn more about Lhasa Apso weight and how big Lhasa Apsos grow here
How Much is a Lhasa Apso Puppy
The average price of a Lhasa Apso puppy is $1780. The price of a Lhasa Apso puppy ranges from $1500 to $1996.
Since the Lhasa Apso has an average litter size of 4, therefore a Lhasa Apso litter birth is worth $7120.
To learn more about the price of Lhasa Apso puppy, check our review on how much Lhasa Apso puppy cost, and Lhasa Apso buying advice.
How Long is a Lhasa Apso Pregnant?
Lhasa Apsos are pregnant for 63 days on average (2 months) after conception. However, this is an average value. The length of pregnancy in Lhasa Apsos can range from 58-68 days.
However, note that it is difficult to know the exact day that your Lhasa Apso conceives because conception may not happen at the same time that mating happens.
Sperm can live inside a female Lhasa Apso for several days after mating before conception occurs.
How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Lhasa Apso
To ensure that your Lhasa Apso successfully gets pregnant and deliver its puppies, here at the things you can do:
- Feed your Lhasa Apso well: A good diet will ensure that your Lhasa Apso has the nutrients and the energy it needs to get pregnant and maintain the pregnancy.
- Make sure your Lhasa Apso is in good health: Ensure you take your Lhasa Apso to the Vet care regularly for checkups, make sure your Lhasa Apso gets regular exercise. Also, make sure that your is not overweight or underweight.
To learn how to check if your Lhasa Apso is overweight or underweight, check out this resource.
Conclusion on Lhasa Apso Litter Size
Lhasa Apsos can have 4 puppies per litter birth on average. The number of puppies that a Lhasa Apso will have depends on factors such as the age of the Lhasa Apso and the method of pregnancy (natural or artificial insemination).
Breeding Lhasa Apsos the right way requires expertise and should be done after sufficient training.
Also, you should work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a Lhasa Apso. There are a lot of nuances involved in breeding a dog, which we do not have the time or the space to discuss here.
However, working with a veterinarian will ensure that your Lhasa Apso gets the right treatment necessary to make healthy puppies.
The litter size research study that we used for this article was conducted on Lhasa Apsos in Norway. However, the authors of the research believe that the results can be generalized to other countries that have similar dog management systems as Norway.