Facts about the Lhasa Apso breed

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Facts about the Lhasa Apso breed

Intelligence
According to the canine intelligence ranking described in the book The Intelligence of Dogs, by Stanley Coren, the Lhasa is in 68th position. This does not mean that he is not intelligent, it just states that he is a slightly more stubborn and scattered dog. Dogs in this category need a greater number of repetitions to assimilate a command and also require daily training to not forget what they have learned. But for the most part, dogs of this breed will be very obedient to their human parents, as they are extremely faithful and attached. It is also important to socialize the Lhasa from a young age, especially with children, as they tend to not have much patience with them.

Lifespan
The average life expectancy of a Lhasa Apso dog is between 12 and 15 years.

Care
Special care must be taken with the Lhasa's hair. Because they are dense, they need regular baths and daily brushing to avoid tangling - it's worth remembering that knots cause a lot of pain to pets, in addition to being uncomfortable. Some owners prefer to shave the animal which, despite being without the lush, long hair, makes maintenance easier, especially if the animal is heavily exposed to external areas. Baby grooming is one of the favorites of Lhasa parents, offering a puppy look even to adults. Speaking of outdoor areas, the Lhasa Apso is a dog to keep indoors, it cannot and should not be raised in backyards, for example. Despite being very playful and needing daily stimulation, it is not that active an animal and prefers light, not very long walks. They also love playing with stuffed animals. Therefore, it also adapts very well to living in small environments.

Curiosities
It is very common for people to confuse the Lhasa Apso with the Shih Tzu. In the past, this similarity was even greater, as differentiation between breeds only began to occur around 150 years ago, where consistent differences between breeds were established through crossings. Either way, they are still very similar. The biggest difference is in the snout, as the Lhasa has a longer snout than the Shitzu. But they are both equally cute! Do you know Floquinho, Cebolinha’s dog, from Turma da Mônica? That green one. Well, he is a Lhasa Apso! That pile of hair on the face represents this furry breed well. The Lhasa Apso, due to its history and tradition, is considered a dog that brings luck! Just as they were given as gifts by monks in the past, it is believed that when you get a Lhasa Apso, you are receiving a lucky charm.

Coexistence
The breed's adaptability levels are also great. She can do just as well in large environments as in small ones. However, when it comes to separating from his guardian, he may be a little sad, as he is very dependent on company.