There are conflicting opinions about mixed-breed dogs. While some claim that mixed dogs are much healthier than purebreds, others believe that mixing two different types of dog brings more bad than good.
We believe that mixed dogs are a wonderful choice for every dog lover! Imagine how fantastic a dog is that inherits top traits from its two different parent breeds. Today, we will focus on mixed dogs whose one parent is the mischievous Lhasa Apso!
Who is the Lhasa Apso? Originally from Tibet, this dog has been a favorite companion of royalty for many years. The Lhasa Apso was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935.
This is an extremely playful and smart dog, an excellent guard dog, and a wonderful pet, although it is also quite independent and can tolerate solitude well. So, the combination of this dog with some other equally wonderful dog breeds gave us some more extraordinary dogs!
What Lhasa Apso mixes are there? Keep reading and find out!
1. Be Apso: Lhasa Apso X Beagle
The combination of two small guard dogs – the Lhasa Apso, and the Beagle, gave us a charming pooch called the Be Apso. This hybrid dog is usually tall (between nine and 12 inches), while his average weight goes from nine to 17 pounds.
This small dog is not a typical lap dog – he can be very independent, which is something he inherited from his Lhasa Apso parent. The Be Apso is a loyal dog that cares and protects his human family.
This dog does not need too much exercise, so it is a good option even for people who are quite busy and are not able to spend many hours outside with their dog on a daily basis. He might be aloof with strangers, so early socialization is recommended and desirable with Be Apso dogs.
The average lifespan of a Be Apso is estimated at 12 to 14 years. Some of the health issues that this dog could suffer from are hip dysplasia and patellar luxation.
2. Bosapso: Lhasa Apso X Boston Terrier
The Bosapso is a cross dog whose parent breeds are the Lhasa Apso and the Boston Terrier.
According to the Boston Terrier growth chart, the Boston Terrier is a small dog breed, just like the Lhasa Apso. So, a Lhasa Apso Boston Terrier mix is also a little dog, but it has a big personality! This is an adorable and highly active dog, independent as much as his Lhasa Apso parent.
The Bosapso needs his space, and he is a better option for people who live in a house with a yard rather than for those living in an apartment. So, this dog will need an hour of exercise or a walk on a daily basis. This way, you will not have problems with this dog showing destructive behavior.
Although this is one energetic small dog, at the same time, he is loyal and devoted to his owner.
The Bosapso is a healthy dog in general, but it might have health issues such as allergies, reverse sneezing, and Progressive Retinal Atrophy.
3. Chi Apso: Lhasa Apso X Chihuahua
The Chi Apso is a mixed dog breed whose parent breeds are the Lhasa Apso and the Chihuahua. This irresistible, long-haired hybrid dog is recommended for areas with moderately warm climatic conditions due to their double coat. However, if a short-haired Lhasa Apso is in the mix, the Chi Apso may inherit short hair too.
The Chi Apso is a very trainable and friendly dog. I am sure you have heard at least once that Chihuahuas tend to be aggressive, so I am sure you are asking: Has the Chi Apso inherited this character trait from its Chihuahua parent?
The Chi Apso tends to be protective over his human family, so he needs to be properly trained and socialized in order not to develop aggressiveness or other destructive behavior. So, a good idea is to take Chi Apso dogs to different places where they will meet other people and animals at an early age.
This little dog is a big explorer, and he will always be up to going for a walk with his loving owner!
4. Dachsi Apso: Lhasa Apso X Dachshund
Next on our list of Lhasa Apso mixes is the Dachsi Apso – a designer dog whose other parent breed is the Dachshund.
This small dog is very playful and energetic. Considering the fact that Dachshund dogs are quite loud barkers, the Dachsi Apso might be annoying with his excessive barking! So, training a Dachsi Apso should be started as soon as possible.
This hybrid dog makes a great watchdog as he loves his family and wants to protect them. He is the dog that can’t wait for his owner to come back home. He will always be there on the front door excited to see you!
This might be the upside for dog lovers who are not used to dogs that might act clingy and won’t leave their side.
5. English Lhasa Bull: Lhasa Apso X English Bulldog
A combination of the Tibetan Lhasa Apso and the English Bulldog gave us the mixed dog named the English Lhasa Bull.
This mixed dog is a good family dog that is very adaptable, and is fine with living in a house or in an apartment. The English Lhasa Bull is loyal and loving with his owner, but might show distrust with strangers.
The English Bulldog is a medium-sized dog, and the English Lhasa Bull is also likely to reach a similar size. The average height of the English Lhasa Bull goes up to 13 inches, while their weight is usually in the range of 25 to 35 pounds.
This mixed dog does not require too much exercise – half an hour on a daily basis should be enough. However, training an English Lhasa Bull can be challenging since this dog, just like his Bulldog parent breed, might show stubbornness.
6. Golden Apso: Lhasa Apso X Golden Retriever
Next on our list of Lhasa Apso mixes is the combination of this dog with one of the most favorite dogs in the world – the Golden Retriever. This mixed dog is a friendly and affectionate dog that makes a wonderful pet for the entire family.
The Golden Apso might follow you around, even to the bathroom, because he is a curious dog by nature and wants to share every moment with his human family. However, he is not as clingy as the Golden Retriever, and is okay being left alone for a little while.
The life expectancy of the Golden Apso is from 10 to 14 years. Some health problems that this dog might deal with are hip dysplasia and cataracts.
7. Hava-Apso: Lhasa Apso X Havanese
The Lhasa Apso mixed with the small, fluffy Havanese dog gave us a hybrid dog named the Hava-Apso. This lap dog is a relatively new designer dog, but it is already known as a fun-loving and affectionate family pet!
The Hava Apso is so adorable that you will want to cuddle with him for the entire day. He is also a very smart pooch that is not easy to train and might show dominance. So, although he is a small dog, he has quite a personality!
Regular exercise is very important for a Hava Apso as well as quality dog food since this mix is prone to obesity.
8. Kimola: Lhasa Apso X American Eskimo
The Kimola is the name of the dog that makes a cross between a Lhasa Apso and an American Eskimo. This dog is very loyal and friendly. His average height goes from 13 to 19 inches, while his weight range goes from 20 to 40 pounds.
The Kimola tends to get along well with children and other animals just as long as it is socialized from an early age. If not, the Kimola might show its strong prey drive, and might chase other animals if he is living with a family that has other pets.
This dog is very eager to please, and it is also highly trainable. By using positive reinforcement, you can teach the Kimola numerous tricks! So, what should be given are praises and rewards, and what should be avoided are yelling and other teaching methods that might scare this mixed dog.
9. La Chon: Lhasa Apso X Bichon Frise
A combination of two adorable small breeds: the Lhasa Apso and the Bichon Frise – rarely can you get a cuter dog than this!
Indeed, there are many Bichon Frise mixes out there, and our La Chon is one of these gorgeous hybrid dogs. These dogs are in love with their humans, and they adapt well to any living situation. By being so attached to their owner, this dog does not do well left alone for too long.
He makes a good watchdog, so he will probably bark excessively at strangers. This is a good and a bad thing at the same time since the La Chon might drive you crazy with his hostility towards unknown people! Also, this small dog might not get along with other animals.
10. Lha Basset: Lhasa Apso X Basset Hound
Our next mixed dog is the Lha Basset – a mix of Lhasa Apso and Basset Hound. This dog is very loyal, intelligent, and easy to train. The Lha Basset gets along well with children, but it should not be left alone with smaller children since it might nip on them while playing.
This dog is not too clingy, and it should not have problems being separated from its owner for a while. Although it seems that he is not too attached to his humans, he is an awesome protector, and he will make sure his family and his house are safe.
Some of the common Basset Hound health problems include gastric torsion and Von Willebrand’s Disease, so the Lha Basset might also develop these diseases.