Is the Chinese Shar-Pei Better than the Lhasa Apso as a Pet? Answer…

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Chinese Shar-Pei Versus Lhasa Apso: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso? 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 Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso 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 Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso 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 Chinese Shar-Pei and for the Lhasa Apso. 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 Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Chinese Shar-Pei or the Lhasa Apso.

Chinese Shar-Pei versus Lhasa Apso

Chinese Shar-Pei versus Lhasa Apso: Overview

A very important difference between the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinese Shar-Pei is a medium-sized dog while the Lhasa Apso is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Chinese Shar-Pei 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.

On the other hand, the Lhasa Apso belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Chinese Shar-Pei versus Lhasa Apso: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chinese Shar-Pei to the Lhasa Apso 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 Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso

Factor Chinese Shar-Pei Lhasa Apso
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 3/5
General Health 1/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 1/5 5/5
Height 18 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 5/5
Easygoing 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 2/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Weight 40 to 55 pounds 12 to 15 pounds
Easy To Groom 5/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 2/5
Life Span 8 to 12 years 12 to 15 years
Average Lifespan 10.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1620 $1780
Price Range $1100 – $2000 $1500 – $1996
Temperament Score 71.0 percent 70.4 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • No Data
    Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 60 71
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 51 68

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chinese Shar-Pei 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 Lhasa Apso. 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 Chinese Shar-Pei is 68 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Lhasa Apso is 79 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Lhasa Apso is a better pet than the Chinese Shar-Pei. So, you should get the Lhasa Apso!

    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 Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso

    Below is a list of where the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso are most different:

  • Chinese Shar-Peis not very playful. However, Lhasa Apsos are very playful.
  • Chinese Shar-Peis are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Lhasa Apsos are good for new dog owners.
  • Chinese Shar-Peis are not very sensitive to their enviroment. They can tolerate noisy environments. They are also not very sensitive to the tone of your voice, firm or gentle. However, Lhasa Apsos are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Chinese Shar-Peis are very easy to groom. However, Lhasa Apsos require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • The Similarities Between the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso

    The Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso are most similar:

  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso can be left alone for some time without problems.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Shar-Pei versus Lhasa Apso

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso.

    Chinese Shar-Peis weigh 40 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Shar-Peis are 18 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Lhasa Apsos weigh 12 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Lhasa Apsos are 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chinese Shar-Pei versus Lhasa Apso

    The lifespan of Chinese Shar-Peis is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Shar-Peis is 10.0 years.

    The lifespan of Lhasa Apsos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Lhasa Apsos is 13.5 years.

    Lhasa Apsos live longer than Chinese Shar-Peis.

    Temperament of the Lhasa Apso Versus the Chinese Shar-Pei

    The Chinese Shar-Pei has a better temperament than the Lhasa Apso.

    This is because the temperament score for the Chinese Shar-Pei is 71.0 percent while the temperament score for the Lhasa Apso is 70.4 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 71.0 percent, the Chinese Shar-Pei has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 70.4 percent, the Lhasa Apso has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso by measuring the temperaments of 214 Chinese Shar-Peis and 27 Lhasa Apsos.

    Price of Chinese Shar-Pei versus Price of Lhasa Apso

    The average price of the Chinese Shar-Pei puppy is $1620. The price of the Chinese Shar-Pei typically ranges from $1100 – $2000. However, the price of a Chinese Shar-Pei can be as low as $300 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 238 Chinese Shar-Pei puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Lhasa Apso puppy is $1780. The price of the Lhasa Apso typically ranges from $1500 – $1996. However, the price of the Lhasa Apso can be as low as $200 and as high as $3499. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 104 Lhasa Apso puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Lhasa Apso is more expensive than the Chinese Shar-Pei.

    Chinese Shar-Pei Lhasa Apso
    Average Price $1620 $1780
    Price Range $1100 to $2000 $1500 to $1996

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Chinese Shar-Pei and Lhasa Apso. For different price points, the charts show how many Chinese Shar-Pei puppies or how many Lhasa Apso puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Shar-Peis. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Shar-Peis. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Lhasa Apsos

    A breakdown of the prices of Lhasa Apsos

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chinese Shar-Pei puppy or the Lhasa Apso 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.

    Adopting the Chinese Shar-Pei versus Adopting the Lhasa Apso

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Chinese Shar-Peis and many Lhasa Apsos are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Chinese Shar-Pei named Rollo that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Chinese Shar-Peis like Rollo on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Chinese Shar-Peis, Lhasa Apsos are also available for adoption. For example, A706115 is a Male Lhasa Apso that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Lhasa Apsos like A706115 that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Also, Winston is an adorable Male Lhasa Apso on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    You can find more Chinese Shar-Peis and Lhasa Apsos that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Chinese Shar-Pei versus the Intelligence of the Lhasa Apso

    Chinese Shar-Pei Lhasa Apso
    Intelligence Rank 51 out of 130 dog breeds 68 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions!

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Chinese Shar-Pei has an obedience intelligence rank of 51 out of 130 dog breeds. The Chinese Shar-Pei belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Chinese Shar-Peis tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.

    The Lhasa Apso has an obedience intelligence rank of 68 out of 130 dog breeds. The Lhasa Apso belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Lhasa Apsos tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 repetitions!.

    The Chinese Shar-Pei is more intelligent than the Lhasa Apso.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Chinese Shar-Pei versus Popularity of Lhasa Apso

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Chinese Shar-Pei is more popular with dog owners than the Lhasa Apso. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Chinese Shar-Pei is 60 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Lhasa Apso is 71 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Chinese Shar-Pei

    Popularity of Chinese Shar-Pei

    Popularity of Lhasa Apso

    Popularity of Lhasa Apso

    Year Chinese Shar-Pei Popularity Rank Lhasa Apso Popularity Rank
    2013 54 63
    2014 58 67
    2015 59 65
    2016 61 71
    2017 64 77
    2018 64 71
    2019 65 78
    2020 61 78

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Shar-Pei versus Lhasa Apso

    Chinese Shar-Peis can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Lhasa Apsos can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Do Chinese Shar-Peis shed more than Lhasa Apsos?

    Chinese Shar-Peis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Lhasa Apsos shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Chinese Shar-Pei or the Lhasa Apso

    Chinese Shar-Peis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Lhasa Apsos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Shar-Pei or the Lhasa Apso?

    Chinese Shar-Peis are very easy to groom.

    Lhasa Apsos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Chinese Shar-Pei Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lhasa Apso?

    Chinese Shar-Peis 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.

    Lhasa Apsos have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Chinese Shar-Peis Bark and Howl? What about Lhasa Apsos?

    Chinese Shar-Peis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Lhasa Apsos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Chinese Shar-Peis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chinese Shar-Peis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Lhasa Apsos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Shar-Pei vs. Lhasa Apso

    Chinese Shar-Peis do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Lhasa Apsos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Chinese Shar-Peis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chinese Shar-Peis cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Lhasa Apsos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Shar-Pei or the Lhasa Apso?

    Chinese Shar-Peis do not get along well with other dogs.

    Lhasa Apsos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Chinese Shar-Peis good family dogs? What about Lhasa Apsos?

    Chinese Shar-Peis are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.

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    Lhasa Apsos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Chinese Shar-Peis and Lhasa Apsos?

    Chinese Shar-Peis do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Lhasa Apsos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Chinese Shar-Pei Easier to Train than the Lhasa Apso?

    Chinese Shar-Peis are fairly easy to train.

    Lhasa Apsos are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Chinese Shar-Pei Better for Apartment Owners than the Lhasa Apso?

    Chinese Shar-Peis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Lhasa Apsos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinese Shar-Pei or the Lhasa Apso?

    Chinese Shar-Peis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Lhasa Apsos are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Shar-Pei

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chinese Shar-Pei 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 Chinese Shar-Pei:

  • Chow Chow (63 percent match with Chinese Shar-Pei). Here is our comparison of the Lhasa Apso vs Chow Chow.
  • Affenhuahua (62 percent match with Chinese Shar-Pei). Here is our comparison of the Lhasa Apso vs Affenhuahua.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lhasa Apso

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Lhasa Apso 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 Lhasa Apso:

  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (77 percent match with Lhasa Apso). Here is our comparison of the Chinese Shar-Pei vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Peek A Poo (79 percent match with Lhasa Apso). Here is our comparison of the Chinese Shar-Pei vs Peek A Poo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Chinese Shar-Pei and how the Lhasa Apso compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinese Shar-Pei and of the Lhasa Apso to other breeds:

    Chinese Shar-Pei Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chinese Shar-Pei versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Mudi     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Bluetick Coonhound     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Cavapoo     Chinese Shar-Pei versus German Shepherd Dog     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Whippet     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Bullmastiff     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Valley Bulldog     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Greyhound     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Lowchen     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Schnoodle     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Boston Terrier     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Shiba Inu     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Cane Corso     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Scottish Deerhound     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Border Terrier     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Tibetan Mastiff     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Cockapoo     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Chinese Shar-Pei versus German Wirehaired Pointer     

    Lhasa Apso Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Lhasa Apso versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Lhasa Apso versus Cockalier     Lhasa Apso versus Karelian Bear Dog     Lhasa Apso versus Westiepoo     Lhasa Apso versus Goldador     Lhasa Apso versus Basset Hound     Lhasa Apso versus Puggle     Lhasa Apso versus Cocker Spaniel     Lhasa Apso versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Lhasa Apso versus Leonberger     Lhasa Apso versus Giant Schnauzer     Lhasa Apso versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Lhasa Apso versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Lhasa Apso versus Bichon Frise     Lhasa Apso versus Pug     Lhasa Apso versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Lhasa Apso versus Cavachon     Lhasa Apso versus Komondor     Lhasa Apso versus Japanese Spitz     Lhasa Apso versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Lhasa Apso versus Korean Jindo Dog     Lhasa Apso versus Plott     Lhasa Apso versus Redbone Coonhound     Lhasa Apso versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     

    Conclusion: Chinese Shar-Pei versus Lhasa Apso. 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 Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasa Apso better suits you and your family.