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- Lhasapoo Versus Siberian Husky: Introduction
- Lhasapoo versus Siberian Husky: Overview
- Lhasapoo versus Siberian Husky: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky
- The Similarities Between the Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky
- Size (Weight and Height) of Lhasapoo versus Siberian Husky
- Lifespan of Lhasapoo versus Siberian Husky
- Price of Lhasapoo versus Price of Siberian Husky
- Tolerates Being Alone: Lhasapoo versus Siberian Husky
- Do Lhasapoos shed more than Siberian Huskys?
- Which one drools more, the Lhasapoo or the Siberian Husky
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Lhasapoo or the Siberian Husky?
- Does the Lhasapoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Siberian Husky?
- Do Lhasapoos Bark and Howl? What about Siberian Huskys?
- Can Lhasapoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Siberian Huskys Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Lhasapoo vs. Siberian Husky
- Can Lhasapoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Siberian Huskys Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Lhasapoo or the Siberian Husky?
- Are Lhasapoos good family dogs? What about Siberian Huskys?
- How Kid-friendly are Lhasapoos and Siberian Huskys?
- Is the Lhasapoo Easier to Train than the Siberian Husky?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lhasapoo
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Siberian Husky
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Lhasapoo versus Siberian Husky. Which One is a Better Pet?
Lhasapoo Versus Siberian Husky: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Lhasapoo and for the Siberian Husky. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Lhasapoo or the Siberian Husky.
Lhasapoo versus Siberian Husky: Overview
Both the Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky are similar in size. The Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Lhasapoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Siberian Husky belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
Lhasapoo versus Siberian Husky: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Lhasapoo to the Siberian Husky based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky
Factor | Lhasapoo | Siberian Husky |
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Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Weight | 10 to 15 pounds | 35 to 60 pounds |
Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 1/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Height | 9 to 13 inches | 20 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder |
Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 13.5 years |
Average Price | $1150 | $1080 |
Price Range | $1000 – $1400 | $700 – $1250 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Lhasapoo in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Siberian Husky. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Lhasapoo is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Siberian Husky is 71 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Lhasapoo is a better pet than the Siberian Husky. So, you should get the Lhasapoo!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky
Below is a list of where the Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky are most different:
The Similarities Between the Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky
The Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Lhasapoo versus Siberian Husky
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky.
Lhasapoos weigh 10 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Lhasapoos are 9 to 13 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Siberian Huskys weigh 35 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Siberian Huskys are 20 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Lhasapoo versus Siberian Husky
The lifespan of Lhasapoos is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Lhasapoos is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Siberian Huskys is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Siberian Huskys is 13.5 years.
Siberian Huskys live longer than Lhasapoos.
Price of Lhasapoo versus Price of Siberian Husky
The average price of the Lhasapoo puppy is $1150. The price of the Lhasapoo typically ranges from $1000 – $1400. However, the price of a Lhasapoo can be as low as $750 and as high as $1700. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 23 Lhasapoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Siberian Husky puppy is $1080. The price of the Siberian Husky typically ranges from $700 – $1250. However, the price of the Siberian Husky can be as low as $100 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1036 Siberian Husky puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Lhasapoo is more expensive than the Siberian Husky.
Lhasapoo | Siberian Husky | |
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Average Price | $1150 | $1080 |
Price Range | $1000 to $1400 | $700 to $1250 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Lhasapoo and Siberian Husky. For different price points, the charts show how many Lhasapoo puppies or how many Siberian Husky puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Lhasapoos. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Siberian Huskys
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Lhasapoo puppy or the Siberian Husky puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Lhasapoo versus Siberian Husky
Lhasapoos do not like to be left alone.
Siberian Huskys do not like to be left alone.
Do Lhasapoos shed more than Siberian Huskys?
Lhasapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Siberian Huskys shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Lhasapoo or the Siberian Husky
Lhasapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Siberian Huskys drool moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Lhasapoo or the Siberian Husky?
Lhasapoos are moderately easy to groom.
Siberian Huskys require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Lhasapoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Siberian Husky?
Lhasapoos have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Siberian Huskys have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Lhasapoos Bark and Howl? What about Siberian Huskys?
Lhasapoos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Siberian Huskys are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Lhasapoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Siberian Huskys Tolerate Cold Weather?
Lhasapoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Siberian Huskys can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Lhasapoo vs. Siberian Husky
Lhasapoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Siberian Huskys have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Lhasapoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Siberian Huskys Tolerate Hot Weather?
Lhasapoos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Siberian Huskys can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Lhasapoo or the Siberian Husky?
Lhasapoos get along fairly well with other dogs.
Siberian Huskys get along very well with other dogs.
Are Lhasapoos good family dogs? What about Siberian Huskys?
Lhasapoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Siberian Huskys are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Lhasapoos and Siberian Huskys?
Lhasapoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Siberian Huskys get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Lhasapoo Easier to Train than the Siberian Husky?
Lhasapoos are fairly easy to train.
Siberian Huskys are not easy to train.
Is the Lhasapoo Better for Apartment Owners than the Siberian Husky?
Lhasapoos adapt very well to apartment living.
Siberian Huskys do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Lhasapoo or the Siberian Husky?
Lhasapoos are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Siberian Huskys are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lhasapoo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Lhasapoo that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Lhasapoo:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Siberian Husky
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Siberian Husky that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Siberian Husky:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Lhasapoo and how the Siberian Husky compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Lhasapoo and of the Siberian Husky to other breeds:
Lhasapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Lhasapoo versus Pointer Lhasapoo versus Great Pyrenees Lhasapoo versus Lhasa Apso Lhasapoo versus Bichon Frise Lhasapoo versus Weimaraner Lhasapoo versus Dogue de Bordeaux Lhasapoo versus Korean Jindo Dog Lhasapoo versus Miniature Pinscher Lhasapoo versus Jack Russell Terrier Lhasapoo versus Beagle Lhasapoo versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Lhasapoo versus Sheepadoodle Lhasapoo versus Vizsla Lhasapoo versus Kerry Blue Terrier Lhasapoo versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Lhasapoo versus Akita Chow Lhasapoo versus Sussex Spaniel Lhasapoo versus Frenchton Lhasapoo versus Sealyham Terrier Lhasapoo versus Estrela Mountain Dog Lhasapoo versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Lhasapoo versus Black Russian Terrier Lhasapoo versus French Spaniel Lhasapoo versus Great Dane Lhasapoo versus Basset Hound
Siberian Husky Versus Other Dog Breeds
Siberian Husky versus Black Mouth Cur Siberian Husky versus German Pinscher Siberian Husky versus Saint Berdoodle Siberian Husky versus German Longhaired Pointer Siberian Husky versus Canaan Dog Siberian Husky versus Ibizan Hound Siberian Husky versus Japanese Chin Siberian Husky versus Portuguese Pointer Siberian Husky versus Mountain Cur Siberian Husky versus Maltese Siberian Husky versus Irish Wolfhound Siberian Husky versus Valley Bulldog Siberian Husky versus Labradoodle Siberian Husky versus Chinook Siberian Husky versus Pyrenean Mastiff Siberian Husky versus Hovawart Siberian Husky versus Maltese Siberian Husky versus French Spaniel Siberian Husky versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Siberian Husky versus Cavapoo Siberian Husky versus Neapolitan Mastiff Siberian Husky versus Shih Tzu Siberian Husky versus Chi-Poo Siberian Husky versus Jack Russell Terrier Siberian Husky versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Conclusion: Lhasapoo versus Siberian Husky. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Lhasapoo and the Siberian Husky better suits you and your family.