Breed Comparison: Chinese Shar-Pei Versus Lhasapoo

Quick Links: Table of Contents

Chinese Shar-Pei Versus Lhasapoo: Introduction

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

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

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 Lhasapoo.

Chinese Shar-Pei versus Lhasapoo: Overview

Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasapoo are similar in size. The Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasapoo are both medium-sized dogs.

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 Lhasapoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Chinese Shar-Pei versus Lhasapoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chinese Shar-Pei to the Lhasapoo 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 Lhasapoo

Factor Chinese Shar-Pei Lhasapoo
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 3/5
General Health 1/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 1/5 4/5
Height 18 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder 9 to 13 inches
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Easygoing 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 2/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 2/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
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 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 4/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Weight 40 to 55 pounds 10 to 15 pounds
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 2/5
Life Span 8 to 12 years 10 to 15 years
Average Lifespan 10.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1620 $1150
Price Range $1100 – $2000 $1000 – $1400
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • No Data

    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 Lhasapoo. 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 Lhasapoo is 80 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Lhasapoo is a better pet than the Chinese Shar-Pei. 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 Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasapoo 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 Lhasapoo

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

  • Chinese Shar-Peis have the tendency to develop certain health problems. However, Lhasapoos are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Chinese Shar-Peis do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Lhasapoos do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Chinese Shar-Peis not very playful. However, Lhasapoos are very playful.
  • Chinese Shar-Peis not very intelligent. However, Lhasapoos are highly intelligent.
  • Chinese Shar-Peis are prone to nip and chew at things. However, Lhasapoos are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • The Similarities Between the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasapoo

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

  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasapoo are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasapoo cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasapoo do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasapoo are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasapoo do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasapoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasapoo have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasapoo 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 Lhasapoo adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasapoo gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Chinese Shar-Pei and the Lhasapoo are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Shar-Pei versus Lhasapoo

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

    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, Lhasapoos weigh 10 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Lhasapoos are 9 to 13 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chinese Shar-Pei versus Lhasapoo

    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 Lhasapoos is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Lhasapoos is 12.5 years.

    Lhasapoos live longer than Chinese Shar-Peis.

    Price of Chinese Shar-Pei versus Price of Lhasapoo

    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 Lhasapoo puppy is $1150. The price of the Lhasapoo typically ranges from $1000 – $1400. However, the price of the Lhasapoo can be as low as $750 and as high as $1700. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 23 Lhasapoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Chinese Shar-Pei is more expensive than the Lhasapoo.

    Chinese Shar-Pei Lhasapoo
    Average Price $1620 $1150
    Price Range $1100 to $2000 $1000 to $1400

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Chinese Shar-Pei and Lhasapoo. For different price points, the charts show how many Chinese Shar-Pei puppies or how many Lhasapoo 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 Lhasapoos

    A breakdown of the prices of Lhasapoos

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chinese Shar-Pei puppy or the Lhasapoo 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: Chinese Shar-Pei versus Lhasapoo

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

    Lhasapoos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Chinese Shar-Peis shed more than Lhasapoos?

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

    Lhasapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Chinese Shar-Pei or the Lhasapoo

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

    Lhasapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Chinese Shar-Peis are very easy to groom.

    Lhasapoos are moderately easy to groom.

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

    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.

    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.

    Do Chinese Shar-Peis Bark and Howl? What about Lhasapoos?

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

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

    Can Chinese Shar-Peis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lhasapoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Lhasapoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Shar-Pei vs. Lhasapoo

    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.

    Lhasapoos 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 Lhasapoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Lhasapoos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

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

    Lhasapoos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Chinese Shar-Peis good family dogs? What about Lhasapoos?

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

    1

    Lhasapoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Chinese Shar-Peis and Lhasapoos?

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

    Lhasapoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Chinese Shar-Pei Easier to Train than the Lhasapoo?

    Chinese Shar-Peis are fairly easy to train.

    Lhasapoos are fairly easy to train.

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

    Chinese Shar-Peis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Lhasapoos adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

    Lhasapoos are not the best dogs 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 Lhasapoo vs Chow Chow.
  • Affenhuahua (62 percent match with Chinese Shar-Pei). Here is our comparison of the Lhasapoo vs Affenhuahua.
  • 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:

  • Bouvier des Flandres (77 percent match with Lhasapoo). Here is our comparison of the Chinese Shar-Pei vs Bouvier des Flandres.
  • Biewer Terrier (76 percent match with Lhasapoo). Here is our comparison of the Chinese Shar-Pei vs Biewer Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Chinese Shar-Pei Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chinese Shar-Pei versus French Bulldog     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Cockalier     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Border Terrier     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Gordon Setter     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Peek A Poo     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Cockapoo     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Giant Schnauzer     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Afghan Hound     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Boxer     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Irish Wolfhound     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Pug     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Azawakh     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Portuguese Water Dog     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Afghan Hound     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Borzoi     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Giant Schnauzer     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Japanese Spitz     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Pointer     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Australian Cattle Dog     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Dachshund     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Miniature Pinscher     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Affenhuahua     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Chinese Shar-Pei versus Morkie     

    Lhasapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Lhasapoo versus Siberian Husky     Lhasapoo versus Rottweiler     Lhasapoo versus Black Russian Terrier     Lhasapoo versus Australian Kelpie     Lhasapoo versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Lhasapoo versus Kooikerhondje     Lhasapoo versus Catahoula Bulldog     Lhasapoo versus Greyhound     Lhasapoo versus Maremma Sheepdog     Lhasapoo versus West Highland White Terrier     Lhasapoo versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Lhasapoo versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Lhasapoo versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Lhasapoo versus Patterdale Terrier     Lhasapoo versus Sealyham Terrier     Lhasapoo versus Cockalier     Lhasapoo versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Lhasapoo versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Lhasapoo versus Biewer Terrier     Lhasapoo versus Papillon     Lhasapoo versus Biewer Terrier     Lhasapoo versus Boerboel     Lhasapoo versus Basset Hound     Lhasapoo versus Kishu Ken     Lhasapoo versus Puli     

    Conclusion: Chinese Shar-Pei versus Lhasapoo. 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 Lhasapoo better suits you and your family.