Unfortunately, the Lhasanese is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Care-Tzus are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Aggressive
Steady
Good-natured
Spirited
Assertive
Opinionated

Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Fearless
Assertive

Lhasaneses are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Care-Tzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Avoid Lhasaneses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Care-Tzus aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Lhasa Apso and Pekingese

Cairn Terrier, Shih Tzu

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Hazel

Brown

Black

Black

A Lhasanese can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Care-Tzu can have a litter of 2-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Lhasaneses are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Care-Tzus are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
PRA
Cherry Eye

Cryptorchidism
Globoid-Cell Leukodystrophy

Eye
Knee
X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination

MRI
Physical Examination
Radiographs
Complete Blood Count
Electromyography (EMG)
DNA Test
F-Wave Analysis
Peripheral Nerve Conduction Rate

Lhasaneses are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Care-Tzus are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Lhasanese has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Care-Tzu has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Lhasaneses require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Care-Tzus need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Tug-of-war

Play, Road trip, Running

Lhasaneses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Lhasanese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Care-Tzus are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Lhasanese, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Care-Tzu, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Lhasaneses usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Care-Tzus usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Lhasaneses have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Care-Tzus require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Lhasanese is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Care-Tzu is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

Lhasanese is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Care-Tzus are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Care-Tzus have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Lhasaneses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Care-Tzu is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Lhasaneses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Care-Tzus are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Lhasaneses are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Care-Tzus have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.