Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu vs Toy Poodle Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Toy Poodle

6/6

categories

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

🀝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

Toy Poodle

14-16 years

Easiest to Train

Toy Poodle

5/5 Β· Easy

Most Active

🀝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

4/6

67%

Lhasa Apso

4/6

67%

Shih Tzu

6/6

100%

Toy Poodle

πŸ‘‘ Winner

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
Tibet
China
France
Germany
Popularity
#77
#20
#449
Common Names & Aliases
Lion DogLhasa
Chrysanthemum DogChinese Lion Dog
BarbonePudleTeacup PoodleTeddy Poodle
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Small
Small
Small
Weight Statistics
5.9-6.8 kg
4-7 kg
Male: 3-4 kg
Average Weight
5.9-6.8 kg
4.1-7.3 kg
Male: 3.4 kg
Height
25-28 cm
20-28 cm
25.4 cm
Average Height
26.5 cm
24 cm
25.4 cm
Intelligence Rating
2/5
1/5
5/5
Watchdog Rating
3/5
3/5
4/5
Training Difficulty
3/5
3/5
5/5
Territorial Protection
3/5
4/5
3/5
Price Range
$500-$700
$800-$1200
$1000-$1500
Availability
5/5
5/5
2/5
Personality Traits
AlertDevotedIntelligentObedientSpiritedAssertiveFriendlyLivelyPlayfulSteady
ActiveFriendlyHappyLivelyPlayfulCourageousGentleIntelligentOutgoing
ActiveFaithfulIntelligentAlertInstinctualTrainable
Sensitivity Level
5/5
3/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
2/5
2/5
2/5
Prey Drive
4/5
4/5
2/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
3/5
5/5
4/5
Barking Frequency
5/5
5/5
4/5
Playful Nature
3/5
2/5
4/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Moderate
Very Low
Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
4/5
2/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Average Lifespan
11-15 years
10-16 years
14-16 years
Climate Tolerance
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Health Concerns
2/5
3/5
3/5
Health Problems
AllergiesCherry EyeFamilial Inherited Renal DysplasiaKeratoconjunctivitis SiccaPatellar LuxationProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Sebaceous Adenitis
AllergiesBladder StonesDistichiasisDry EyeEar InfectionsEctopic CiliaHip DysplasiaJuvenile Renal DysplasiaKeratitisPatellar LuxationPortosystemic Liver ShuntProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)ProptosisRetained Baby TeethReverse SneezingSnufflesUmbilical Hernias
Autoimmune Hemolytic AnemiaCanine Diabetes MellitusEar InfectionsEpilepsyHeart MurmursProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Skin AllergiesSlipped Stifle
Vet Care Frequency
Frequent
Average
Average
Energy Rating
4/5
2/5
4/5
Sleeping Need
2/5
4/5
2/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
2/5
2/5
4/5
Obesity Tendency
3/5
4/5
4/5
Food Consumption
1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day.
1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
Yes
Yes
Coat Colors
RedYellowBrownWhiteBlack
BrindleLiverSilverBlueGoldRedBlack
ApricotBlackBrownGraySilverWhiteFawnBlueCreamRedBeige
Grooming Requirements
5/5
5/5
5/5
Shedding Level
4/5
1/5
1/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Low
Low
Coat Characteristics
Dense
Dense
CurlyThickDense
Bathing Needs
4-6 weeks
4-6 weeks
3-4 weeks
Cat Friendly
5/5
5/5
4/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
2/5
5/5
Dog Friendly
5/5
5/5
4/5
Stranger Friendly
3/5
3/5
4/5
Office Friendly
No
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Below Average
Highly Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Excellent
Excellent
Good
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Not really
Yes
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
4-6 puppies
2-5 puppies
2-4 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Non-Sporting breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1969 as a Toy breed.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.
Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Canine RegistryCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Canine RegistryCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Winner / Best value