Early references to this dog breed date
back two thousand years ago in Tibet.
The Lhasa Apso by most of
the fanciers of the breed will have studied the draft copy of the latest
standard. The breed standard cannot be iqnored, the Appearance of the Lhasa
Apso, generally 25 to 27 cm height at the withers have an weight between 5 and 7
kg, average numbers of coarse a nice looking Lhasa wich is bigger or smaller can
be exceptional good!
Lhasa Apsos should
have black or dark brown eyes with black pigmentation on the eye rims and a
black nose. If not they have lack of pigmentation. The breed have a straight
hard coat with a little soft undercoat comes in a variety of different colors
from light sable to golden and darker to black color.
These dogs have to
be a proud with lots of self confidence and pride. The tail carriage over the
back and should have a curl over the back. Not carried flat or pothook.
The Temperament of
the breed; in the past bred to be a watch dog, these dogs are alert and have a
keen sense of hearing with a rich, sonorous bark that belies their size. They
are very bright and outgoing, but some tend to be aloof of strangers. Wariness
does not mean unwarranted aggressiveness but having a discerning attitude for
strangers; people approaching the dog simply need to show that they are a
friend. However, many Lhasas are friendly.
Monks believed
that
Lhasa Apso dogs are reincarnated and as such hold them in high esteem.
Golden colored Lhasa Apsos are said to house the souls of the Dalai Lamas. Early
references to the Lhasa Apso date back hundreds of years ago in Tibet. The breed
primary function was that of inner guard dog in Tibetan monasteries and palaces,
where his intelligence, acute hearing and natural instinct for being able to
identify friend from stranger made him well suited for his role. Prized by the
country of Tibet, the Lhasa Apso was not allowed to leave the country except as
gifts from the Dalai Lamas.
The Lhasa Apso
exhibits a regal attitude when looking his best; seldom a pet, but rather a
companion; often a clown, but never a fool. The Lhasa Apso temperament is
unique. His rather independent and stubborn nature requires patient
understanding, and he resists harsh and strict discipline. He is rather calm and
deliberate, although chary (suspicious) of strangers, a direct reflection of his
long-standing heritage of seclusion in Tibet. The has a big personality in a
small package. They adapt easily to their environment and humans schedule. Once
an Lhasa Apso , always a Lhasa Apso !.
My introduction to
the Dogworld came very early in my life, my family was involved in horses,
cattle and dog breeding. I have always had a great passion for dog breeds,
especially for Afghan hounds. The maneuverability and speed is fantastic and
bring down his prey has always fascinated me. This fascination lead to looking
for answers to such questions as, "how can such an animal perform at such
speed?; how is it possible that his muscles deliver such an energy to
accelerate?" This technical dynamics is visible in many of our dogs, especially
in the sight hound breeds. The dogs can turn and accelerate in a very short
distance. The Genetic evolution of these dog breeds and the Tibetan breeds
allowed them to develop certain composition, structure, long capacity the bones
size and diameter allowing the tendons and muscles juncture space. The structure
of the bone is designed for the high forces the body is subjected to when in
motion.
A Lhasa Apso is
one of the most wonderful Dog breed in this world, I prefer these dogs with an
Oriental expression and certain attitude friendly, healthy and straight coat. I
do like to travel with my dogs to the Dogshow and have fun with them in the
nature.
Tibetan dog breeds
are becoming more popular these days and are even found in some of the leading
dog shows such as Crufts and the Westminster dog shows. As more and more people
become interested in Tibetan dogs dog breeds. Tibetan dogs are known for being
very brave, excellent watchdogs, and very loving and gentle with their own
families. Even the working dogs are known to be especially gentle with children
and are very protective.
El Minja's dog breeder kennels
has Lhasa Apso puppies for sale; check out our puppy pictures
