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Name	Lhasa Apso	Scottish Terrier	Havanese
Origins	Tibet	Scotland	Cuba
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lion Dog Lhasa	Aberdeenie Scottie	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese? Which is the smallest dog, Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Scottish Terrier? Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese weight comparison:	13-15 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)	19-23 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)	21 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese? Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese height comparison:	10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$800-$1000	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese?	Very frequent: The Lhasa Apso is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Scottish Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	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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Trainability Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese trainability comparison.	Lhasa Apso dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Scottish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese?	Lhasa Apso dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Scottish Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese? 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.	Scottish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese? Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Devoted Lively Steady Spirited Assertive	Playful Independent Alert Quick Selfish	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	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 Scottish Terrier vs Havanese?	High: Lhasa Apso dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Scottish Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese social needs comparison:	Lhasa Apso dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Scottish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Lhasa Apso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Scottish Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Lhasa Apso dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Scottish Terrier 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.	Havanese 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 Scottish Terrier vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese playfulness comparison:	Average: Lhasa Apsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Scottish Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese?	A lot: Lhasa Apso is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Scottish Terrier barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese 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 Scottish Terrier or Havanese?	Very house-friendly dog the Lhasa Apso breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese 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: Scottish Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Scottish Terrier 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.	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lhasa Apso bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Scottish Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Lhasa Apso has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Scottish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese mouthiness comparison:	Lhasa Apso dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Scottish Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese?	Lhasa Apsos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Scottish Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Sebaceous Adenitis Cherry Eye Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Patellar Luxation Von Willebrand's Disease Craniomandibular Osteopathy Scottie Cramp	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Lhasa Apso should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Scottish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese lifespan comparison. How long do Lhasa Apso, Scottish Terrier and Havanese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Lhasa Apso: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Scottish Terrier: 12 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese?	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 Scottish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese? Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese energy level comparison:	Lhasa Apso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Scottish Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Lhasa Apso dogs exercise need is minimal.	Scottish Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese?	Lhasa Apso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Scottish Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Lhasa Apso has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Scottish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese coat comparison:	Dense	Wiry	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long
Colors What are the original Lhasa Apso, Scottish Terrier and Havanese color?	Black Red White Brown Yellow	Black Red Silver Brindle Wheaten	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese? Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Scottish Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese? Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Lhasa Apso dogs shed above average. See more.	Scottish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Scottish Terrier or Havanese?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Scottish Terrier vs Havanese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese?	Medium ⏺ The Lhasa Apso has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Scottish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Lhasa Apso is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Scottish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese 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.	Scottish Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly?	Lhasa Apso dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Havanese 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 Scottish Terrier or Havanese?	Lhasa Apso dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Scottish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese?	Lhasa Apso dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lhasa Apso or Scottish Terrier or Havanese?	Lhasa Apso dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Scottish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese?	Yes Lhasa Apso dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Scottish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Havanese 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 Scottish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Havanese 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.	Scottish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese 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.	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 Scottish Terrier or Havanese? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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.	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.	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 Scottish Terrier vs Havanese?	Not really Lhasa Apso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Scottish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	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.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Lhasa Apso and Scottish Terrier and Havanese have?	4-6 puppies	2-5 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4
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Lhasa Apso vs Scottish Terrier vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
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	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 Club Espanol De Terriers	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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America

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