Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso Comparison – Which dog is better Colored Lap Dog or Lion Dog?

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Name	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka	Lhasa Apso
Origins	Russia	Tibet
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Colored Lap Dog Franzuskaya Bolonka Russian Lapdogs Bolonka Zwetna	Lion Dog Lhasa
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso? Is the Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka bigger than the Lhasa Apso breed? Is a Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka smaller than a Lhasa Apso?	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso weight comparison:	Male: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5 kg), Female: 5-9 pounds (2-4 kg)	13-15 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 9.5 pounds (3.5 kg), Female: 7 pounds (3 kg)	14 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)
Height Which is taller, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso? Is a Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka taller than a Lhasa Apso?	Male: 9-11 inches (22-37 cm), Female: 7-9 inches (18-24 cm)	10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 10 inches (29.5 cm), Female: 8 inches (21 cm)	10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka and Lhasa Apso?	$1500-$1800	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Lhasa Apso is quite easy to get.

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso smarter? Which is best? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso trainability comparison. What's the difference between Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso?	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso?	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Social Outright Tempered	Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Devoted Lively Steady Spirited Assertive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Lhasa Apso dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso?	High: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Lhasa Apso dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso social needs comparison:	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso?	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso? Which can be better for hunting?	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka 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.	Lhasa Apso 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

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso playfulness comparison:	The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Lhasa Apsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso?	Average: The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Lhasa Apso 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 Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso?	Very house-friendly dog the Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Lhasa Apso breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Lhasa Apso dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso?	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka 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.

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lhasa Apso bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka more dangerous than a Lhasa Apso?	Low 🔽 The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lhasa Apso has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso mouthiness comparison:	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso health comparison. Which is the healthier: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso?	The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Lhasa Apsos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso health problems comparison:	No data available	Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Sebaceous Adenitis Cherry Eye Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso?	Average The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Lhasa Apso should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso lifespan comparison. How long do Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka and Lhasa Apso breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka and Lhasa Apso?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Lhasa Apso: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso energy level comparison:	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Lhasa Apso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs have an average exercise need.	Lhasa Apso dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso?	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Lhasa Apso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso? Does the Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka breed eat more than the Lhasa Apso breed?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 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? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Lhasa Apso has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso coat comparison:	Curly Wavy	Dense
Colors What are the original Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka and Lhasa Apso color? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso color comparison:	Black Gray Red White Brown Wolf	Black Red White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso 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.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso? Do Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs shed more than Lhasa Apso dogs?	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Lhasa Apso 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: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso?	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 Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso?	Low 🔽 The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Lhasa Apso has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso?	The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is an average drooler. See more.	The Lhasa Apso is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are generally with other pets.	Lhasa Apso dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso? Which dog is more friendly?	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Lhasa Apso 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 Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso?	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Lhasa Apso dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso?	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Lhasa Apso dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso? Can a Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka and a Lhasa Apso be friends? Do Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs get along with Lhasa Apso dogs?	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Lhasa Apso dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso?	Yes Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Lhasa Apso dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Lhasa Apso is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonkas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Lhasa Apsos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Lhasa Apso? 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso?	Not really Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Lhasa Apso 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.
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.

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka and Lhasa Apso have? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso litter size comparison:	1-3 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Lhasa Apso 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 1935 as a Non-Sporting 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 Tibetan breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	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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