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Name	Lhasa Apso	Shih Tzu	Pekingese
Origins	Tibet	China	China
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	77	20	88
Reviews	4	15	3
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lion Dog Lhasa	Chrysanthemum Dog Chinese Lion Dog	Chinese Spaniel Lion Dog Peke Peking Palasthund Pelchie Dog Peking Lion Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Which is the smallest dog, Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Shih Tzu? Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese weight comparison:	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 Which is cheaper, Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$800-$1200	$600-$800
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

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low: The Shih Tzu is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Low: The Pekingese is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese trainability comparison.	Lhasa Apso dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Pekingese dogs are 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 Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	Lhasa Apso dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Pekingese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? 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.	Shih Tzu dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Pekingese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese behavior/temperament comparison:	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
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.	Shih Tzu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Pekingese 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 Shih Tzu vs Pekingese?	High: Lhasa Apso dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shih Tzu dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pekingese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese social needs comparison:	Lhasa Apso dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Pekingese dogs need for social interaction is average. 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.	Shih Tzu dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Pekingese dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Shih Tzu dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Pekingese dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese playfulness comparison:	Average: Lhasa Apsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Shih Tzus are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Pekingeses don't really like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese?	A lot: Lhasa Apso is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Shih Tzu is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Pekingese is a vocal breed. 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 Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	Very house-friendly dog the Lhasa Apso breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shih Tzu breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Pekingese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese 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.	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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone 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 Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	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.
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 Shih Tzu has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pekingese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese mouthiness comparison:	Lhasa Apso dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pekingese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese?	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.
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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
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 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese lifespan comparison. How long do Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu and Pekingese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	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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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.	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. See more.

Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese energy level comparison:	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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
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.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Lhasa Apso has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih Tzu's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Pekingese has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu and Pekingese color?	Black Red White Brown Yellow	Black Red Blue Silver Brindle Liver Gold	Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lhasa Apso or Shih Tzu or Pekingese? Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
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. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Pekingese 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 Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	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 Shih Tzu vs Pekingese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes 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 Shih Tzu vs Pekingese?	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.
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 Shih Tzu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pekingese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese 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.	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.
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 Shih Tzu or Pekingese?	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.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
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 Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
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 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 Shih Tzu or Pekingese? 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 Shih Tzu vs Pekingese?	Not really Lhasa Apso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shih Tzu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pekingese 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 Shih Tzu vs Pekingese 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 Shih Tzu and Pekingese have?	4-6 puppies	2-5 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Pekingese 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 1969 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 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 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.
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	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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