Lhasa Apso

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A beautiful little dog - only 10" at most - the Lhasa Apso is a dog who needs considerable attention to his coat if he is to look his best. His background is very exotic; at one time known as the Tibetan Apso he is an ancient breed, a native of Tibet, he was originally kept in the Tibetan monasteries and would give warning if intruders managed to evade the Tibetan Mastiffs tethered outside. He was also kept by wealthy traders and was believed to be a bringer of good fortune and was never sold but always a gift.

The Lhasa Apso was first seen in Britain in the 1920s - though some say that Lhasas had been imported in the middle of the 19th century - and made their first appearance in the showring shortly after.  They were recognised by The Kennel Club in 1933, the same year the first Breed Club was established.

Although quite small, the Lhasa Apso is, nonetheless a sturdy little dog, weighing up to 8.5kg, which is quite a lot packed into 10". His top coat is straight and hard and in golden colours, dark grizzle, slate, smoke, parti-colour, black, white or brown - all of which colours are equally acceptable.  He is a happy dog, though can be quite bossy and stubborn with a natural distrust of strangers though to his friends he is very affectionate. Content as a housedog he is perfectly ready to take long walks with his family.

Not a dog who is indiscriminate in his affections, and one who needs a fair amount of coat care, if he suits your circumstances he is a very attractive and cheerful head-turner.

Click here to read the Lhasa Apso Breed Standard.

Lhasa Apso Breed Clubs

• SOUTH EAST LHASA APSO ASSOCIATION
• LHASA APSO ASSOC. OF WALES AND SOUTH WEST
• LHASA APSO CLUB
• LHASA APSO CLUB OF SCOTLAND
• MIDLAND LHASA APSO ASSOC

Lhasa Apso Rescue

Lhasa Apso Association of Wales and South West Rescue
Mrs J Givens   01452 412621

Lhasa Apso Club of Scotland Rescue
Mrs M Maclaughlin   01241 829005

Lhasa Apso Club Rescue
Ms L Owen (Co-ordinator)  020 8898 3426

Midland Lhasa Apso Rescue
Mrs Smith   01775 769864

North of England Lhasa Apso Club Rescue
Mrs P Stansfield    01253 727796

South East Lhasa Apso Society Rescue
Mrs Judy Morrant      01362 694627

Lhasa Apso Breeders

• Lynruce 
• Zentarr

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