Bhuvan Kennels

Lhasa Apso ( Lhasa Terrier)

The Lhasa Apso breed (also called Lhasa Terrier) was developed over the last 2,000 years to guard Tibetan monasteries. Though still tending toward vigilance today, Lhasa 's are also quite friendly.

The Lhasa Apso's Behaviour

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The Lhasa Apso dog breed, developed as a watchdog breed, today tends to have an acute sense of hearing and a deep bark. Though naturally guarded around strangers, Lhasa Apsos can be friendly, too. Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behaviour. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.

The Lhasa Apso's Physical Characteristics

Here are some of the characteristics of the Lhasa Apso breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.

Size: 10-11 inches

Coat: heavy, straight, hard, very dense, long

Colour: any; ears and beard may have dark tips

Eyes: dark

Ears: hanging and heavily feathered

Muzzle: medium-long

Nose: black

Tail: feathered, carried over back in a screw shape

The Lhasa Apso's Origins and History

Country/Region of Origin: Tibet
Original purpose: Watchdog for monasteries
Name: Also called Lhassa Terrier.
Historical notes: Lhassa Apsos have guarded Tibeten monasteries for 2,000 years. According to legend, the dogs are reincarnations of lions, and Golden Lhasa 's are reincarnations of the Dalai Lamas. The Lhassa Apso breed was introduced to the United States by the Dalai Lama, as a gift to C. Suydam Cutting, in the 1930s.

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