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Name	Shih Tzu	Kyi-Leo	Lhasa Apso
Origins	China	United States	Tibet
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Group	Companion Dogs	Guard Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chrysanthemum Dog Chinese Lion Dog	KYE-LEO	Lion Dog Lhasa
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso? Which is the smallest dog, Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Kyi-Leo? Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso weight comparison:	9–16 pounds (4-7 kg)	9-14 pounds (4-6 kg)	13-15 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9–16 pounds (5.5 kg)	11.5 pounds (5 kg)	14 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso? Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso height comparison:	8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	8-12 inches (20-30 cm)	10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9.5 inches (24 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$600-$800	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso?	Very frequent: The Shih Tzu is quite easy to get.	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.

Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso intelligence:	Low: The Shih Tzu is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso trainability comparison.	Shih Tzu dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Kyi-Leo dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso?	Shih Tzu dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Kyi-Leo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shih Tzu dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Kyi-Leo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Lhasa Apso dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso? Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Happy Courageous Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Lively Gentle	Active Playful Obedient Quiet Calm Forgiving	Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Devoted Lively Steady Spirited Assertive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Shih Tzu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Kyi-Leo dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Lhasa Apso dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso?	High: Shih Tzu dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Kyi-Leo 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso social needs comparison:	Shih Tzu dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Kyi-Leo 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?	Shih Tzu dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Kyi-Leo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Lhasa Apso 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?	Shih Tzu dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Kyi-Leo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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

Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso playfulness comparison:	Shih Tzus are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Kyi-Leo is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Lhasa Apsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso?	A lot: Shih Tzu is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Kyi-Leo rarely barks. 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 Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso?	Very house-friendly dog the Shih Tzu breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Kyi-Leo breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Lhasa Apso breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Shih Tzu dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Kyi-Leo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different 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: Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso?	Shih Tzu dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Kyi-Leo 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.

Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Shih Tzu bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Kyi-Leo 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 Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kyi-Leo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lhasa Apso has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso mouthiness comparison:	Shih Tzu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kyi-Leo 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.

Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso?	The Shih Tzu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Kyi-Leos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Lhasa Apsos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso health problems comparison:	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	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?	Average The Shih Tzu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Kyi-Leo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Lhasa Apso should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso lifespan comparison. How long do Shih Tzu, Kyi-Leo and Lhasa Apso breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-16 years The average lifespan of Shih Tzu: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kyi-Leo: 13 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: Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso?	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.

Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso? Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso energy level comparison:	Shih Tzu dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Kyi-Leo 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 Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shih Tzu dogs exercise need is minimal.	Kyi-Leo dogs have an average exercise need.	Lhasa Apso dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso?	Shih Tzu dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Kyi-Leo 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.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso?	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.	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? Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih Tzu's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low: The Kyi-Leo has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Lhasa Apso has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso coat comparison:	Dense	Silky	Dense
Colors What are the original Shih Tzu, Kyi-Leo and Lhasa Apso color?	Black Red Blue Silver Brindle Liver Gold	Black White Silver Yellow	Black Red White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso? Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Kyi-Leo doesn't require 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 Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso? Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or {name3 shedding:	Shih Tzu dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Kyi-Leo 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: Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes 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, Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso?	Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kyi-Leo has an average 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?	The Shih Tzu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kyi-Leo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lhasa Apso is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Shih Tzu dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Kyi-Leo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Lhasa Apso dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso? Which dog is more friendly?	Shih Tzu dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Kyi-Leo dogs are not the most 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 Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso?	Shih Tzu dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Kyi-Leo 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 Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso?	Shih Tzu dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Kyi-Leo dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Lhasa Apso dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo or Lhasa Apso?	Shih Tzu dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Kyi-Leo dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Lhasa Apso dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso?	Yes Shih Tzu dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kyi-Leo 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 Shih Tzu is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kyi-Leo 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?	Shih Tzus are not the best breed for elderly people.	Kyi-Leos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Lhasa Apsos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo 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.	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: Shih Tzu or Kyi-Leo 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso?	Not really Shih Tzu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kyi-Leo 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.	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.

Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso 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 Shih Tzu and Kyi-Leo and Lhasa Apso have?	2-5 puppies	2-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Shih Tzu vs Kyi-Leo vs Lhasa Apso Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1969 as a Toy breed.	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?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	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?	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	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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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