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- Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Lhasa Apso: Introduction
- Flat-Coated Retriever versus Lhasa Apso: Overview
- Flat-Coated Retriever versus Lhasa Apso: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Lhasa Apso
- The Similarities Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Lhasa Apso
- Size (Weight and Height) of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Lhasa Apso
- Temperament of the Flat-Coated Retriever Versus the Lhasa Apso
- Price of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Price of Lhasa Apso
- Adopting the Flat-Coated Retriever versus Adopting the Lhasa Apso
- The Intelligence of the Flat-Coated Retriever versus the Intelligence of the Lhasa Apso
- The Popularity of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Popularity of Lhasa Apso
- Tolerates Being Alone: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Lhasa Apso
- Which one drools more, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Lhasa Apso
- Do Flat-Coated Retrievers shed more than Lhasa Apsos?
- Does the Flat-Coated Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lhasa Apso?
- Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Lhasa Apso?
- Is the Flat-Coated Retriever Easier to Train than the Lhasa Apso?
- Do Flat-Coated Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Lhasa Apsos?
- Wanderlust Potential: Flat-Coated Retriever vs. Lhasa Apso
- Are Flat-Coated Retrievers good family dogs? What about Lhasa Apsos?
- How Kid-friendly are Flat-Coated Retrievers and Lhasa Apsos?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Lhasa Apso?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lhasa Apso
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Lhasa Apso. Which One is a Better Pet?
Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Lhasa Apso: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Lhasa Apso? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Lhasa Apso.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever or the Lhasa Apso
Flat-Coated Retriever versus Lhasa Apso: Overview
A very important difference between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Lhasa Apso is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Flat-Coated Retriever is a medium-sized dog while the Lhasa Apso is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Flat-Coated Retriever belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
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.
Flat-Coated Retriever versus Lhasa Apso: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Flat-Coated Retriever 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.
| Factor | Flat-Coated Retriever | Lhasa Apso |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder | 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 70 pounds | 12 to 15 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1350 | $1780 |
| Price Range | $1150 – $1800 | $1500 – $1996 |
| Temperament Score | 92.0 percent | 70.4 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 94 | 71 |
| Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 18 | 68 |
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 a Flat-Coated Retriever is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Lhasa Apso is 79 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Lhasa Apso is a better pet than the Flat-Coated Retriever. 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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Lhasa Apso
Below is a list of where the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Lhasa Apso are most different:
The Similarities Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Lhasa Apso
The Flat-Coated Retriever and the Lhasa Apso are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Lhasa Apso are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Lhasa Apso
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Lhasa Apso.
Flat-Coated Retrievers weigh 55 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Flat-Coated Retrievers are 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet 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.
Temperament of the Flat-Coated Retriever Versus the Lhasa Apso
The Flat-Coated Retriever has a better temperament than the Lhasa Apso.
This is because the temperament score for the Flat-Coated Retriever is 92.0 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 they 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 92.0 percent, the Flat-Coated Retriever has an above-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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Lhasa Apso by measuring the temperaments of 87 Flat-Coated Retrievers and 27 Lhasa Apsos.
Price of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Price of Lhasa Apso
The average price of the Flat-Coated Retriever puppy is $1350. The price of the Flat-Coated Retriever typically ranges from $1150 – $1800. However, the price of a Flat-Coated Retriever can be as low as $100 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 8 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 a 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 Flat-Coated Retriever.
| Flat-Coated Retriever | Lhasa Apso | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1350 | $1780 |
| Price Range | $1150 to $1800 | $1500 to $1996 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Flat-Coated Retriever and Lhasa Apso. For different price points, the charts show how many Flat-Coated Retriever puppies or how many Lhasa Apso puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Flat-Coated Retrievers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Lhasa Apsos
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Flat-Coated Retriever versus Adopting the Lhasa Apso
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Flat-Coated Retrievers 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 Flat-Coated Retriever named Palisade that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Flat-Coated Retrievers like Palisade on pefinder.com.
Also, like Flat-Coated Retrievers, Lhasa Apsos are also available for adoption. For example, Chewbacca is a Male Lhasa Apso that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Lhasa Apsos like Chewbacca that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Clarence is the name of another Flat-Coated Retriever (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also Charlie, an adorable Male Lhasa Apso on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Flat-Coated Retrievers and Lhasa Apsos that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Intelligence of the Flat-Coated Retriever versus the Intelligence of the Lhasa Apso
| Flat-Coated Retriever | Lhasa Apso | |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Rank | 18 out of 130 dog breeds | 68 out of 130 dog breeds |
| Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 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:
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 Flat-Coated Retriever has an obedience intelligence rank of 18 out of 130 dog breeds. The Flat-Coated Retriever belongs to the `Excellent Working Dogs` category. This means that Flat-Coated Retrievers tend to learn new commands after 5 to 15 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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Lhasa Apso over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Lhasa Apso is more popular with dog owners than the Flat-Coated Retriever. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Lhasa Apso is 71 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Flat-Coated Retriever is 94 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Flat-Coated Retriever
Popularity of Lhasa Apso
| Year | Flat-Coated Retriever Popularity Rank | Lhasa Apso Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 94 | 63 |
| 2014 | 92 | 67 |
| 2015 | 86 | 65 |
| 2016 | 89 | 71 |
| 2017 | 96 | 77 |
| 2018 | 91 | 71 |
| 2019 | 104 | 78 |
| 2020 | 102 | 78 |
Is the Flat-Coated Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Lhasa Apso?
Flat-Coated Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Lhasa Apsos adapt very well to apartment living.
Tolerates Being Alone: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Lhasa Apso
Flat-Coated Retrievers do not like to be left alone.
Lhasa Apsos can be left alone for some time without problems.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Lhasa Apso?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Lhasa Apsos are very good for new dog owners.
Which one drools more, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Lhasa Apso
Flat-Coated Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Lhasa Apsos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Do Flat-Coated Retrievers shed more than Lhasa Apsos?
Flat-Coated Retrievers shed moderately.
Lhasa Apsos shed moderately.
Does the Flat-Coated Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lhasa Apso?
Flat-Coated Retrievers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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.
Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Flat-Coated Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Lhasa Apsos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Flat-Coated Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.
Lhasa Apsos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Lhasa Apso?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to groom.
Lhasa Apsos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Is the Flat-Coated Retriever Easier to Train than the Lhasa Apso?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to train.
Lhasa Apsos are fairly easy to train.
Do Flat-Coated Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Lhasa Apsos?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Lhasa Apsos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Wanderlust Potential: Flat-Coated Retriever vs. Lhasa Apso
Flat-Coated Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Lhasa Apsos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Are Flat-Coated Retrievers good family dogs? What about Lhasa Apsos?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Lhasa Apsos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Flat-Coated Retrievers and Lhasa Apsos?
Flat-Coated Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Lhasa Apsos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Lhasa Apso?
Flat-Coated Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.
Lhasa Apsos get along fairly well with other dogs.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Flat-Coated Retriever and how the Lhasa Apso compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Flat-Coated Retriever and of the Lhasa Apso to other breeds:
Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds
Flat-Coated Retriever versus West Highland White Terrier Flat-Coated Retriever versus Shichon Flat-Coated Retriever versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Flat-Coated Retriever versus Collie Flat-Coated Retriever versus Yorkipoo Flat-Coated Retriever versus Boxer Flat-Coated Retriever versus Toy Poodle Flat-Coated Retriever versus Field Spaniel Flat-Coated Retriever versus Biewer Terrier Flat-Coated Retriever versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
Lhasa Apso Versus Other Dog Breeds
Lhasa Apso versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Lhasa Apso versus Doberman Pinscher Lhasa Apso versus Airedale Terrier Lhasa Apso versus Cockapoo Lhasa Apso versus Bull Terrier Lhasa Apso versus Bullmastiff Lhasa Apso versus Bich Poo Lhasa Apso versus Maltipoo Lhasa Apso versus Kai Ken Lhasa Apso versus Basenji
Conclusion: Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Lhasa Apso better suits you and your family.