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Name	Lhasapoo	Havanese	Shih Tzu
Origins	Germany France Tibet	Cuba	China
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	Chrysanthemum Dog Chinese Lion Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu? Which is the smallest dog, Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu?	Small Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Lhasapoo or Havanese or Havanese? Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu weight comparison:	15-40 pounds (7-18 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	9–16 pounds (4-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	9–16 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu? Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu height comparison:	12-16 inches (30-40 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	8-11 inches (20-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14 inches (35 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$900-$1200	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu?	Very frequent: The Lhasapoo is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shih Tzu is quite easy to get.

Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu intelligence:	Smart: The Lhasapoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Shih Tzu is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu trainability comparison.	Lhasapoo dogs are easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu?	Lhasapoo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Lhasapoo dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu? Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Devoted Lively Trainable Steady Spirited Assertive Faithful Instinctual	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Active Playful Happy Courageous Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Lively Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Lhasapoo 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.	Shih Tzu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu?	High: Lhasapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Havanese 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.
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Social Needs Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu social needs comparison:	Lhasapoo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Lhasapoo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Shih Tzu 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?	Lhasapoo dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu playfulness comparison:	The Lhasapoo is a playful breed. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	Shih Tzus are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu?	A lot: Lhasapoo is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Shih Tzu is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu?	Very house-friendly dog the Lhasapoo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shih Tzu breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Lhasapoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Havanese 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu?	Lhasapoo dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Shih Tzu dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lhasapoo bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Shih Tzu 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 Lhasapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu mouthiness comparison:	Lhasapoo dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu?	The Lhasapoo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shih Tzu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Cherry Eye Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	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
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Lhasapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shih Tzu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu lifespan comparison. How long do Lhasapoo, Havanese and Shih Tzu breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Lhasapoo: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Shih Tzu: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Lhasapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih Tzu's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu coat comparison:	Dense Curly	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Dense
Colors What are the original Lhasapoo, Havanese and Shih Tzu color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Yellow Beige Apricot	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Red Blue Silver Brindle Liver Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu? Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. 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 Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu? Lhasapoo or Havanese or {name3 shedding:	Lhasapoo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Shih Tzu 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: Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu?	Medium ⏺ The Lhasapoo has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Lhasapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shih Tzu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lhasapoo dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Shih Tzu dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu? Which dog is more friendly?	Lhasapoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu 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 Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu?	Lhasapoo dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu?	Lhasapoo dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu?	Lhasapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu?	Yes Lhasapoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shih Tzu dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Lhasapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shih Tzu is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Lhasapoos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Shih Tzus are not the best breed for elderly people.

Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Lhasapoo or Havanese or Shih Tzu? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu?	Yes Lhasapoo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese 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.
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.

Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu 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 Lhasapoo and Havanese and Shih Tzu have?	4-6 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4	2-5 puppies
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Lhasapoo vs Havanese vs Shih Tzu Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1969 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America	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

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