How much does a Lhasa Apso cost? Market price reference

The Lhasa Apso is also known as the Tibetan dog, Lhasa lion dog, Tibetan Lhasa Apso, and so on. It originated on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and looks like a lion. Although it is not large in size and is not aggressive by nature, it has always been the guard dog of the Dalai Lama in Tibet. It is not only very tough but also has quite keen hearing. Today it is a very ideal family dog. Let us take a look below at how much a Lhasa Apso costs!

How much does a Lhasa Apso cost?

The price of a Lhasa Apso depends on where you buy it. If you want guaranteed quality, buy it at a pet store, but the price will be much higher, estimated at least 6000-15000 yuan each. If you are relatively well-off financially, it is recommended to buy at a pet store; otherwise, if you happen to buy one with an illness at a dog market, you will feel terrible. If you buy at a large dog market, generally a purebred one costs only 3000-5000 yuan each, and even the best will not exceed 7000 yuan. If it is not very pure, at most 2000 yuan each.

Is the Lhasa Apso easy to keep?

The Lhasa Apso is easy to keep. The Lhasa Apso is very strong and has endurance, and its ability to distinguish strangers is very strong, making it most suitable as a watchdog. It has high self-esteem, strong vigilance, and a cheerful personality. It is very obedient to a trustworthy owner, and its long coat covering the body is very beautiful. It is highly alert to strangers, strong and brave, and is an excellent guard dog. Because this dog is not large in size, it is suitable for keeping in the home and can become a very good companion dog.

How to choose a Lhasa Apso

1. Before buying, it is best to look at some materials about the appearance and characteristics of this dog, form a few standards in your mind, and then choose according to the standards. Generally, you can get a fine specimen that meets the requirements.

2. In terms of height and weight, choose carefully if it is too large or too small; it is best not to choose one that exceeds the standard by too much.

3. The head is relatively flat and broad, and the distance between the tip of the nose and the eyes is preferably about 4 cm. If the distance is too large or too small, it is an abnormal breed.

4. The length of the muzzle should be about 4 cm, and one with incisors that can bite level is more suitable.

5. Longer jaw whiskers and mouth whiskers from below the top of the head down to the eye area are more attractive and conform to the characteristics of this dog.

6. Ears that are slightly long, can hang down on both sides of the head, and have relatively abundant decorative hair meet the selection standards.

7. The eyes should not be too large or too small, should be dark in color, and should have no white hair above or below the eyes; this is more in line with the requirements.

8. The neck is moderate in length, and abundant decorative hair around it can increase the beauty of the appearance, so it should be one of the selection criteria.

9. A body length slightly longer than the body height is normal. A broad and deep chest, a straight back, and a strong waist like a lion are more in line with the requirements.

10. Short and straight forelegs, full muscles in the hind legs, full decorative hair on all four limbs, and relatively large toes with long decorative hair meet the selection criteria.

11. A relatively high tail root, held upward to one side of the back, is normal.

12. Abundant coat, with hair that is long and slightly hard, and with abundant hair on the head, ears, muzzle, front chest, and tail, can be selected.

13. The coat color can be unrestricted; beauty is the standard. Among them, a lion-like coat color is the most ideal.