Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky Comparison – Which dog is better Lion Dog or Husky-Lab?

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Name	Lhasa Apso	Labrador Husky
Origins	Tibet	Canada
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Group	Companion Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lion Dog Lhasa	Husky-Lab
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky? Is the Lhasa Apso bigger than the Labrador Husky breed? Is a Lhasa Apso smaller than a Labrador Husky?	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky? Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky weight comparison:	13-15 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)	60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)	80 pounds (36 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky? Is a Lhasa Apso taller than a Labrador Husky?	10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	20-28 inches (51-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	24 inches (61 cm)

Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Lhasa Apso and Labrador Husky?	$500-$700	$400-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky?	Very frequent: The Lhasa Apso is quite easy to get.	Average: The Labrador Husky is a commonly available dog breed.

Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky smarter? Which is best? Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Labrador Husky dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky trainability comparison. What's the difference between Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky?	Lhasa Apso dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky?	Lhasa Apso dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Lhasa Apso dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky? Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Devoted Lively Steady Spirited Assertive	Intelligent Friendly Quiet Good natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky?	Sensitive: Lhasa Apso dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky?	High: Lhasa Apso dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Labrador Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky social needs comparison:	Lhasa Apso dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky?	Lhasa Apso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Labrador Husky 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 Labrador Husky? Which can be better for hunting?	Lhasa Apso dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky playfulness comparison:	Average: Lhasa Apsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Labrador Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky?	A lot: Lhasa Apso is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Labrador Husky rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky?	Very house-friendly dog the Lhasa Apso breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Labrador Husky breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Lhasa Apso dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Labrador Husky dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Labrador Husky dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lhasa Apso bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Husky bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Lhasa Apso more dangerous than a Labrador Husky?	Low 🔽 The Lhasa Apso has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Labrador Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky mouthiness comparison:	Lhasa Apso dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky?	Lhasa Apsos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Labrador Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Sebaceous Adenitis Cherry Eye Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky?	Frequent The Lhasa Apso should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Labrador Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky lifespan comparison. How long do Lhasa Apso and Labrador Husky breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Lhasa Apso and Labrador Husky?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Lhasa Apso: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Labrador Husky: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky?	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 Labrador Husky can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky? Does the Lhasa Apso breed eat more than the Labrador Husky breed?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Lhasa Apso has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Labrador Husky has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky coat comparison:	Dense	Thick Double
Colors What are the original Lhasa Apso and Labrador Husky color? Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky color comparison:	Black Red White Brown Yellow	Solid Black Solid White Black & White & Red Black & White & Grey
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky? Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Labrador Husky requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky? Do Lhasa Apso dogs shed more than Labrador Husky dogs?	Lhasa Apso dogs shed above average. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky?	Medium ⏺ The Lhasa Apso has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Labrador Husky has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky?	The Lhasa Apso is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Husky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lhasa Apso dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Labrador Husky dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky? Which dog is more friendly?	Lhasa Apso dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Labrador Husky dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky?	Lhasa Apso dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky?	Lhasa Apso dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Labrador Husky 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 Labrador Husky? Can a Lhasa Apso and a Labrador Husky be friends? Do Lhasa Apso dogs get along with Labrador Husky dogs?	Lhasa Apso dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky?	Yes Lhasa Apso dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labrador Husky 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 Labrador Husky 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.	Labrador Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.

Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Lhasa Apso or Labrador Husky? Which is better for autism?	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
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky?	Not really Lhasa Apso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Labrador Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	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 Labrador Husky Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Lhasa Apso and Labrador Husky have? Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky litter size comparison:	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Lhasa Apso vs Labrador Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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