Lhasa Apso

Lhasa Apsos are a small non-sporting breed of dog that was originally from Tibet.AKC: Lhsa Apso HistoryIt was used to guard the homes of nobles in Tibet and also to warn of intruders in the Buddhist monasteries, notably near the city of Lhasa. The first Lhasas were introduced to the U.S. in 1933 when C. Suydam Cutting brought gifts of the little dogs from the 13th Dalai Lama.http://www.akc.org/breeds/lhasa_apso/index.cfm

The Lhasa Apso is considered a healthy breed but is susceptible to health issues such a progressive retinal atrophy, and kidney disease.

The breed was originally bred to be a guard dog and was categorized as a terrier, but in 1959 it was re-assigned as a non-sporting dog. The breed is also generally noted for its long hair in its standard look, and can require frequent grooming to maintain that appearance. Like most small dogs the lhasa apso makes a great companion and has a longer than average lifespan. The dog was accepted to the American Kennel Club in 1935.Yahoo! Pets: Lhasa Apso

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