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Name	Lhasa Apso	Shiba Inu	Shar-Pei
Origins	Tibet	Japan	China
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lion Dog Lhasa	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog	Chinese Fighting Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lhasa Apso or Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei? Which is the smallest dog, Lhasa Apso or Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Lhasa Apso or Shiba Inu or Shiba Inu? Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei weight comparison:	13-15 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	40-55 pounds (18- 25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)	47.5 pounds (18- 25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lhasa Apso or Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei? Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei height comparison:	10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	19 inches (48.5 cm)

Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lhasa Apso or Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$800-$1000	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Lhasa Apso or Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei?	Very frequent: The Lhasa Apso is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shar-Pei is quite easy to get.

Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei intelligence:	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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei trainability comparison.	Lhasa Apso dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are quite 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 Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei?	Lhasa Apso dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lhasa Apso or Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei? 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.	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lhasa Apso or Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei? Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Devoted Lively Steady Spirited Assertive	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Loving Independent Affectionate Devoted Reserved Suspicious
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.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are less 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 Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei?	High: Lhasa Apso dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Shar-Pei dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei social needs comparison:	Lhasa Apso dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are kinda antisocial. 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Shar-Pei 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.	Shiba Inu 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.	Shar-Pei 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 Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei playfulness comparison:	Average: Lhasa Apsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Shar-Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei?	A lot: Lhasa Apso is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Shar-Pei barks none to minimal. 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 Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei?	Very house-friendly dog the Lhasa Apso breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Shar-Pei breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei 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.	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Shar-Pei 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 Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Shar-Pei dogs handle alone time quite well.

Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lhasa Apso or Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lhasa Apso bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shar-Pei bite force: Ordinary.
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 Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shar-Pei has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei mouthiness comparison:	Lhasa Apso dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei?	Lhasa Apsos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Sebaceous Adenitis Cherry Eye Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Osteochondrosis Dissecans Glaucoma Seborrhea Cutaneous Mucinosis Fever Pyoderma
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.	Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Shar-Pei should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei lifespan comparison. How long do Lhasa Apso, Shiba Inu and Shar-Pei breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Lhasa Apso: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Shar-Pei: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei?	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 Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lhasa Apso or Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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 Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Lhasa Apso has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shar-Pei's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Lhasa Apso, Shiba Inu and Shar-Pei color?	Black Red White Brown Yellow	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	Black Red Blue Cream Brown Fawn Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lhasa Apso or Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei? Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Shar-Pei requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lhasa Apso or Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei? Lhasa Apso or Shiba Inu or {name3 shedding:	Lhasa Apso dogs shed above average. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.	Shar-Pei 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 Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	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 vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei?	Medium ⏺ The Lhasa Apso has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Shar-Pei has a high 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 Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shar-Pei is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei 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.	Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Shar-Pei dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lhasa Apso or Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei? Which dog is more friendly?	Lhasa Apso dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not 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 Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei?	Lhasa Apso dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Shar-Pei dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lhasa Apso or Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei?	Lhasa Apso dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei 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 Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei?	Lhasa Apso dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei?	Yes Lhasa Apso dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Shar-Pei 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 Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shar-Pei 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.	Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.	Shar-Peis are not recommended for elderly people.

Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei 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 Shiba Inu or Shar-Pei? 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 Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei?	Not really Lhasa Apso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shar-Pei 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.	Yes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei 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 Shiba Inu and Shar-Pei have?	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Lhasa Apso vs Shiba Inu vs Shar-Pei 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 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related 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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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

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