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Compare Lhasa Apso and Shih Tzu. Which is better: Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese?
Name | Lhasa Apso | Shih Tzu | Pekingese |
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Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 77 | 20 | 88 |
Reviews | 4 | 19 | 3 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese breeds. |
Lion Dog Lhasa |
Chrysanthemum Dog Chinese Lion Dog |
Chinese Spaniel Lion Dog Peke Peking Palasthund Pelchie Dog Peking Lion Dog |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which breed is the largest? | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese? Compare adult weight ranges. | 13-15 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg) | 9–16 pounds (4-7 kg) | 8-10 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 14 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg) | 9–16 pounds (5.5 kg) | 9 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese height comparison: | 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) | 8-11 inches (20-28 cm) | 6-9 inches (30.4-45 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) | 9.5 inches (24 cm) | 7.5 inches (30.24.5 cm) |
Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Find price differences between these breeds. | $500-$700 | $800-$1200 | $600-$800 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? | Very frequent: The Lhasa Apso is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Shih Tzu is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Pekingese is quite easy to get. |
Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which breed ranks highest? | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Low: The Shih Tzu is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. | Low: The Pekingese is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which is easiest to train? | Lhasa Apso dogs are quite easy to train. | Shih Tzu dogs are quite easy to train. | Pekingese dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which breed is most alert? | Lhasa Apso dogs are average watchdogs. | Shih Tzu dogs are average watchdogs. | Pekingese dogs are average watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which breed is most protective? | Lhasa Apso dogs are average defenders. | Shih Tzu dogs strongly protect their territory. | Pekingese dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese? Compare temperaments. |
Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Devoted Lively Steady Spirited Assertive |
Active Playful Happy Courageous Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Lively Gentle |
Stubborn Intelligent Affectionate Aggressive Good-natured Opinionated |
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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. | Shih Tzu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Pekingese dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese? | High: Lhasa Apso dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Shih Tzu dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Pekingese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese social needs comparison: | Lhasa Apso dogs need for social interaction is average. | Shih Tzu dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Pekingese dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Lhasa Apso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Shih Tzu dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Pekingese dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
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. | Shih Tzu dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Pekingese dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which breed is most vocal? | A lot: Lhasa Apso is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Shih Tzu is a particularly loud breed. | Average to High: The Pekingese is a vocal breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Lhasa Apsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Shih Tzus are not the most playful dog breed. | Pekingeses don't really like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Very house-friendly dog the Lhasa Apso breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Shih Tzu breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Pekingese breed. |
Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which breed is most flexible? | Lhasa Apso dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Shih Tzu dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Pekingese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Shih Tzu dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Lhasa Apso has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Pekingese has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which uses mouth most during play? | Lhasa Apso dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Shih Tzu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Pekingese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lhasa Apso bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Shih Tzu bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pekingese bite force: Weak. |
Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which breed lives longest? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Lhasa Apso: 13 years |
10-16 years The average lifespan of Shih Tzu: 13 years |
13-15 years The average lifespan of Pekingese: 14 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which handles climate changes best? | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pekingese can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which has fewer health issues? | Lhasa Apsos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | The Shih Tzu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Pekingeses are commonly healthy dogs. |
Vet Care Frequency
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 Shih Tzu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Rare The Pekingese should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese 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 Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Ear Infections Distichiasis Portosystemic Liver Shunt Bladder Stones Ectopic Cilia Reverse Sneezing Dry Eye Proptosis Juvenile Renal Dysplasia Keratitis Retained Baby Teeth Snuffles |
Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Intervertebral Disk Disease Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome Distichiasis Mitral Valve Disease Cryptorchidism Ectopic Cilia Cleft Palate Brachycephalic Syndrome Hydrocephalus Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca |
Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which breed is most active? | Lhasa Apso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Shih Tzu dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Pekingese dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Lhasa Apso dogs exercise need is minimal. | Shih Tzu dogs exercise need is minimal. | Pekingese dogs exercise need is very minimal. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? | Lhasa Apso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Shih Tzu dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Pekingese dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. |
Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Lhasa Apso has an average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih Tzu's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average: The Pekingese has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which needs most food? | 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day. | 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | Yes See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. What colors are available? |
Black Red White Brown Yellow |
Black Red Blue Silver Brindle Liver Gold |
Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which requires most maintenance? | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which drools least? | The Lhasa Apso is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Shih Tzu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Pekingese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Lhasa Apso has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Pekingese has a high chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Dense | Dense | Dense |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which requires most frequent baths? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or {name3 shedding: | Lhasa Apso dogs shed above average. | Shih Tzu dogs shed none to minimal. | Pekingese dogs shed moderately. |
Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which is best with kids? | Lhasa Apso dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Shih Tzu dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Pekingese dogs are not kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Lhasa Apso dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Shih Tzu dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Pekingese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Which dog is more friendly? | Lhasa Apso dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Shih Tzu dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? | Lhasa Apso dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Shih Tzu dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Pekingese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? | Lhasa Apso dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Shih Tzu dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese? |
Yes Lhasa Apso dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Shih Tzu dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Pekingese 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 Shih Tzu is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Pekingese 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. | Shih Tzus are not the best breed for elderly people. | Pekingeses are not recommended for elderly people. |
Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which has best nose work ability? | 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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Lhasa Apso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Shih Tzu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Pekingese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which has most military use? | 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 Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which has most puppies? | 4-6 puppies | 2-5 puppies | 2-4 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1969 as a Toy breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Toy breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, and Pekingese. Which has most recognition? |
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 |
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 National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Pekingese Club Of America |
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