Lhasapoo Facts You Should Know (with Pictures).

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Lhasapoo Breed Overview

The Lhasapoo is a mixed-breed dog that was formed by interbreeding the Lhasa Apso and the Standard Poodle.

The Lhasapoo is a medium-sized dog.

The adult Lhasapoo stands 9 to 13 inches.

The Lhasapoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group.

Dogs in the Mixed Breed Dogs group, like the Lhasapoo, are not purebred dogs.

The fact that Lhasapoos belong to the Mixed Breed Dogs group is one of the reasons why Lhasapoos have the personality and temperament that they have.

The temperament of the Lhasapoo is generally described as:

  • Cautious
  • Curious
  • Energetic
  • Gentle
  • Happy
  • Loving
  • Playful
  • Shy

History of the Lhasapoo Breed. Where Lhasapoos came from

The Lhasapoo is a designer breed that has recently gained popularity.

However, there is little information available about how the hybrid breed came to be.

To learn more about the Lhasapoo, we must first examine the parent breeds.

Tibet is the home of the Lhasa Apso.

He was a nobility-owned dog who served as the Tibetan monasteries` guard dog.

The only way for anyone to own a Lhasa Apso was if the Dalai Lama gifted one to them.

The Dalai Lama gave Lhasas to Chinese nobility on a sporadic basis.

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, a naturalist and renowned traveler, received a pair of Lhasas from the Dalai Lama in the 1930s.

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What the Lhasapoo Looks Like

The Lhasapoo is a cute and cuddly cross between his parents` breeds.

While the dominant parent breed will determine his exact appearance, one can be certain that the Lhasapoo will be small and have long hair.

His hair will most likely be wavy.

Surprisingly, the Lhasapoo is hypoallergenic.

He could be white, black, brown, tan, or a combination of those colors.

His legs will be short and strong.

His tail will be long and thin, and it may curl over his back.

His ears are set evenly and are long, but not floppy.

His belly, legs, and ears may be feathered.

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How Much is the Lhasapoo Puppy?

How Much Lhasapoos Cost

The average price of a Lhasapoo puppy is $1300. The price of a Lhasapoo puppy ranges from $1000 to $1500.

A lot of factors determine the price of the Lhasapoo. These factors include what health records the Lhasapoo puppy has, the lineage of the Lhasapoo puppy, the US state the breeder is located in, etc.

To estimate how much you can expect to pay for a puppy Lhasapoo based on the many factors that determine the price of the Lhasapoo puppy, check out our calculator that lets you estimate how much you should expect to pay for the Lhasapoo puppy based on what you want in the puppy.

When looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of the Lhasapoo breed, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

You may also consider adopting instead of buying a puppy. Adoption costs are very low compared to the price of a puppy.

What Colors do Lhasapoos Have?

Lhasapoos come in the following beautiful primary colors:

    Lhasapoos come in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to their primary colors:

      How Long Lhasapoos Live

      The lifespan of the Lhasapoo is typically from 10 to 15 years.

      Lhasapoos live long if they eat well, drink well, exercise well, and visit the veterinarian regularly.

      Dog Breeds That Are Similar to Lhasapoos

      If you have not made up your mind on which dog breed to get, you may also want to consider some other dogs similar to the Lhasapoo.

      We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds that have similar behavior and temperament as the Lhasapoo:

      Other Things to Know About Lhasapoos

      Here are some of the very important characteristics of the Lhasapoo that you need to know about the Lhasapoo breed:

    • Lhasapoos are not very friendly towards strangers.
    • Lhasapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
    • Lhasapoos do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Lhasapoos are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
    • Lhasapoos do not like to be left alone.
    • Lhasapoos are not prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Lhasapoos have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
    • Lhasapoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
    • Lhasapoos adapt well to apartment living.
    • Lhasapoos are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
    • Lhasapoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Lhasapoos are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Lhasapoos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Lhasapoos have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Lhasapoos do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
    • Lhasapoos are very playful.
    • Lhasapoos are highly intelligent.
    • Lhasapoos weigh 10 to 15 pounds when fully grown.
    • Lhasapoos are 9 to 13 inches when fully grown.
    • Lhasapoos have a lifespan of 10 to 15 years.