Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Comparison – Which dog is better Lion Dog or Canadian Inuit Dog?

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Name	Lhasa Apso	Canadian Eskimo Dog
Origins	Tibet	Canada
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Group	Companion Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Lhasa Apso and Canadian Eskimo Dog. What other names are these breeds known by?	Lion Dog Lhasa	Canadian Inuit Dog Esquimaux Dog Exquimaux Husky Qimmiq
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Lhasa Apso and a Canadian Eskimo Dog. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Lhasa Apso and a Canadian Eskimo Dog. Which breed is heavier?	13-15 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 40-66 pounds (18-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 53 pounds (24 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lhasa Apso or Canadian Eskimo Dog? Is a Lhasa Apso taller than a Canadian Eskimo Dog?	10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	Male: 24-29 inches (61-73 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (68-73 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 28 inches (70.5 cm)

Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Lhasa Apso and a Canadian Eskimo Dog. Which breed costs more?	$500-$700	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Lhasa Apso or Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Very frequent: The Lhasa Apso is quite easy to get.	Average: The Canadian Eskimo Dog is a commonly available dog breed.

Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare training requirements.	Lhasa Apso dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare alertness levels.	Lhasa Apso dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare territorial behaviors.	Lhasa Apso dogs are average defenders. See more.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Lhasa Apso and a Canadian Eskimo Dog. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Devoted Lively Steady Spirited Assertive	Alert Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Brave Tough
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Sensitive: Lhasa Apso dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog?	High: Lhasa Apso dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog social needs comparison:	Lhasa Apso dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Lhasa Apso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog? Which can be better for hunting?	Lhasa Apso dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare vocalization tendencies.	A lot: Lhasa Apso is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Canadian Eskimo Dog rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Lhasa Apsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Canadian Eskimo Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Lhasa Apso breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Canadian Eskimo Dog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare adaptability levels.	Lhasa Apso dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Lhasa Apso or Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.

Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Lhasa Apso has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Canadian Eskimo Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Lhasa Apso dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lhasa Apso bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Canadian Eskimo Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Lhasa Apso: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Canadian Eskimo Dog: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Canadian Eskimo Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Lhasa Apso and a Canadian Eskimo Dog. Which breed is healthier?	Lhasa Apsos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Canadian Eskimo Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Frequent The Lhasa Apso should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Canadian Eskimo Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Sebaceous Adenitis Cherry Eye Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Bloat Arthritis Heatstroke

Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare activity levels.	Lhasa Apso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lhasa Apso or Canadian Eskimo Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Lhasa Apso dogs exercise need is minimal.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Lhasa Apso or Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Lhasa Apso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Lhasa Apso has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Canadian Eskimo Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare daily food needs.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Lhasa Apso and Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare breed colors.	Black Red White Brown Yellow	Black Red White Liver Grey
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare maintenance needs.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Canadian Eskimo Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare drooling amounts.	The Lhasa Apso is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Canadian Eskimo Dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Lhasa Apso has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Canadian Eskimo Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Lhasa Apso and a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare fur types.	Dense	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lhasa Apso or Canadian Eskimo Dog? Do Lhasa Apso dogs shed more than Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs?	Lhasa Apso dogs shed above average. See more.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare kid-friendliness.	Lhasa Apso dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lhasa Apso dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lhasa Apso or Canadian Eskimo Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Lhasa Apso dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lhasa Apso or Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Lhasa Apso dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lhasa Apso or Canadian Eskimo Dog? Can a Lhasa Apso and a Canadian Eskimo Dog be friends? Do Lhasa Apso dogs get along with Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs?	Lhasa Apso dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog?	Yes Lhasa Apso dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Canadian Eskimo Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Lhasa Apso is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Canadian Eskimo Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Lhasa Apsos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Canadian Eskimo Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Lhasa Apso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Canadian Eskimo Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Lhasa Apso or a Canadian Eskimo Dog? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Lhasa Apso and Canadian Eskimo Dog. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Lhasa Apso and Canadian Eskimo Dog. Which has larger litters?	4-6 puppies	3-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Lhasa Apso and Canadian Eskimo Dog breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Lhasa Apso and Canadian Eskimo Dog. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Lhasa Apso vs Canadian Eskimo Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Lhasa Apso and Canadian Eskimo Dog. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Lhasa Apso and Canadian Eskimo Dog. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Lhasa Apso and Canadian Eskimo Dog. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	No data available

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