What is the lifespan of a Lhasa Apso?

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What is the lifespan of a Lhasa Apso?​

The record holder is a breed champion who lived to 29 years of age! The Lhasa Apso is an ancient breed, developed in Tibet from the Tibetan terrier and similar herding-type Tibetan dogs. The conversion of Tibet to Buddhism in the 7th century AD established the Lhasa Apso as a definitive breed.

How did the Lhasa Apso get its name?​

It is likely that the breed’s western name of Lhasa Apso is derived from its native name, although some contend that it is a corruption of the Tibetan word rapso, meaning goat (in reference to its goat-like coat).When the breed first came to England, it was known as the Lhassa Terrier, although it is in no way a terrier.
Do Lhasa Apsos bark a lot?
Considered “easy keepers,” affectionate and a good companion, the Lhasa Apso was bred as a guard dog and therefore can be aloof, stubborn and demonstrate a sharp, loud bark. The Lhasa Apsos are long-lived dogs, routinely going into their late teens. The record holder is a breed champion who lived to 29 years of age.

Are Lhasa Apso good guard dogs?​

It should be remembered at all times that the Lhasa Apso was bred as a guard dog as well as a companion dog. These dogs can be aloof with strangers, although they are affectionate with people who they know and trust. The sharp alarm bark can become a nuisance if the dog is not guided as to when it is appropriate.

Is a Lhasa Apso a cuddly lap dog?​

Too many people buy a Lhasa Apso puppy based on his brash and comical antics, envisioning a cuddly lapdog. In truth, the adult Lhasa Apso is one of the hardiest, toughest, and strongest-willed of all the small breeds.
Are Lhasa Apso picky eaters?
The Lhasa Apso can be a picky eater, so finding a food that they eat readily may take a few tries. Given this proclivity, the dog does not tend to become overweight, although weight issues may occur in some dogs.