The Lhasa Apso does not need an extraordinary amount of care but they do need to be groomed. While cutting the dog’s coat is not necessary (unless one wants to), they will need to be brushed every day. This is done to make sure that their coat does not get matted. This is especially true when their coat is full. You can trim their coat if you wish but this is not required. If you are not up for a daily brushing, you may want to reconsider buying this breed of dog and instead, choose one that is more low maintenance.

When you deem it necessary, dry shampoo your dog. It is important that you check their feet to be sure that nothing is stuck in them or that they are not matted. This can cause problems with their mobility and may also lead to infection if they get injured and you are not aware of it.

It is important for you to keep their eyes clean. This is also true for their ears. Their ears are prone to tear. Therefore, make sure that you give them extra care and attention.

The Lhasa Apso is a very versatile as it concerns living conditions. They do well in a number of different settings and environments. Because they are a small dog, they do fine in both apartments and homes. Even if you have no backyard, as may be the case if you live in an apartment, or only have a very small lawn, Lhasa Apsos will do fine because they are very excitable and will get plenty of exercise indoors. They are also content to stay inside. 

The Lhasa Apso does needs to be walked every day of possible. If there are some days that you are not able to walk your dog, playing with them may be a sufficient amount of exercise. However, this won’t totally satisfy their natural need to be able to walk and run around in an open space. Therefore, you should be sure that they are walked on a regular basis.

If you do not walk them enough, you may begin experiencing behavioral problems with them. They may begin to get snappy, grouchy and may not obey you as well. To avoid this, make sure that they are able to get outside on a pretty consistent basis, stretch their legs and enjoy the fresh air.

The Lhasa Apso is a friendly dog that is smart, assertive and excitable. They can potentially make great pets if you take time to care of them and  show strong leadership. Once they are trained properly, they take direction very well. They are devoted pets and are very affectionate. However, when they are left to their own devices, they can be moody and even a little snarky. They may fight with other dogs and be unfriendly towards children and adults that they do not know. If you are not able or wiling to take the time to train them yourself or pay someone to do it, you will likely have your hands full. This is true of any dog breed.

When training the Aspo the most effective methods are those that are motivational in nature. Don’t hit them or talk harshly to them. They are not pushovers and will not respond well.

Besides being a cuddly dog with lots of energy, they also can hear very well. Therefore, they are able to alert you if something if someone is approaching your home. It is for this reason that they make good watch dogs.

If you are an individual or family that travels quite a bit, you will find little difficulty when transporting the Lhasa Aspo dog, as they are great travelers. This is something to keep in mind. If you require a dog that is fit for travel, the Lhasa Aspo is a good pick.

The Lhasa Apso’s coat will generally hang from its’ head into its’ eyes. The beard and mustache are usually dark but of course this will depend on the color of your Lhasa Apso’s coat. These dog’s coats come in all different of colors and shades from cream to multi-color, to slate.

The muzzle is on this type of dog is typically not long, but is not short either. It would be considered medium length. This type of dog has eyes that are small, dark and are seated deep into their head.  The ears and neck are hairy and the tail is fluffy and hangs toward its’ back.

Overall, this is a very cute, fun dog that has a lot of energy. They can be very attentive and affectionate. They also hear very well and make good watch dogs. If they are trained well then they do a good job around other dogs and children. However, they can be suspicious of people in general.

The Lhasa Apso dog can develop skin problems due to parasites. They may also have trouble with their kidneys and hips. When you notice these types of problems, be sure to take them to the veterinarian so that they can be treated. Look for parasites or signs of them on a regular basis. Also, be sure to treat their coats in order to prevent these problems.

The Lhasa Apso has a long, double coat that is straight, heavy and hard. This dog’s coat hangs from its’ entire body all the way down to the floor in some cases. It is very similar in appearance to the Old English sheepdog, though as a smaller version.  The Lhasa Apso’s coat comes in different colors and patterns. You may find them in slate, smoke, black and white, brown, cream and gold. This dog’s coat may even change colors as they get older.

Proper care must be taken to ensure that the Lhasa Apso’s long hair does not get tangled or matted. It is best to brush it once a day and to dry shampoo the dog as necessary. The coat is hard, it is not soft and silky like some dogs, therefore, it is mandated that you keep it maintained as it will more difficult to manage the longer that you wait. Even though the Lhasa is a hairy dog, it does not shed a great deal. This means less clean up then other dogs that shed seemingly unmercifully.

Parasites are another risk. Because the coat is so full, parasites can easily make their way into the coat unnoticed. Make sure that you check your dog on a regular basis, so that they do not develop skin diseases.