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Name	Lhasa Apso	West Highland White Terrier	Chow Chow
Origins	Tibet	Scotland	China
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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	Roseneath Terrier Westie Westy White Roseneath Terrier Poltalloch Terrier	Chowdren Chow
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lhasa Apso or West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow? Which is the smallest dog, Lhasa Apso or West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Lhasa Apso or West Highland White Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow weight comparison:	13-15 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)	Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg)	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)	Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lhasa Apso or West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow? Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow height comparison:	10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	20 inches (51 cm)

Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lhasa Apso or West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$900-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Lhasa Apso or West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow?	Very frequent: The Lhasa Apso is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.

Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow 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.	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow trainability comparison.	Lhasa Apso dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lhasa Apso or West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow?	Lhasa Apso dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lhasa Apso or West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow? 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.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lhasa Apso or West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow? Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Devoted Lively Steady Spirited Assertive	Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached
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.	Chow Chow 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow?	High: Lhasa Apso dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow social needs comparison:	Lhasa Apso dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Chow Chow 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.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Chow Chow 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.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow playfulness comparison:	Average: Lhasa Apsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow?	A lot: Lhasa Apso is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow 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 West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow?	Very house-friendly dog the Lhasa Apso breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep West Highland White Terrier indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Chow Chow indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow 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.	West Highland White Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Lhasa Apso or West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	West Highland White 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.	Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.

Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lhasa Apso or West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lhasa Apso bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chow Chow 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 West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow mouthiness comparison:	Lhasa Apso dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chow Chow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow?	Lhasa Apsos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Chow Chow 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Sebaceous Adenitis Cherry Eye Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy White Dog Shaker Syndrome Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis Pulmonary Fibrosis	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion
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 West Highland White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Chow Chow should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow lifespan comparison. How long do Lhasa Apso, West Highland White Terrier and Chow Chow breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Lhasa Apso: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow?	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 West Highland White Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Chow Chow can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lhasa Apso or West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow 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 West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Rough
Colors What are the original Lhasa Apso, West Highland White Terrier and Chow Chow color?	Black Red White Brown Yellow	White	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lhasa Apso or West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow? Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming. 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 West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow? Lhasa Apso or West Highland White Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Lhasa Apso dogs shed above average. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. 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 West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow?	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 West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow?	Medium ⏺ The Lhasa Apso has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average 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 West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.

Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow 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.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Chow Chow dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lhasa Apso or West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow? Which dog is more friendly?	Lhasa Apso dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow 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 West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow?	Lhasa Apso dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lhasa Apso or West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow?	Lhasa Apso dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lhasa Apso or West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow?	Lhasa Apso dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow?	Yes Lhasa Apso dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes West Highland White Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Chow Chow dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Lhasa Apso is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No West Highland White Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chow Chow 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.	West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Chow Chows are not the best breed for elderly people.

Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow 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 West Highland White Terrier or Chow Chow? 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow?	Not really Lhasa Apso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really West Highland White Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chow Chow 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow 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 West Highland White Terrier and Chow Chow have?	4-6 puppies	2-5 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Lhasa Apso vs West Highland White Terrier vs Chow Chow 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 1908 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903 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 Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz 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 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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