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- Havanese Versus Lhasa Apso: Introduction
- Havanese versus Lhasa Apso: Overview
- Havanese versus Lhasa Apso: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Havanese and the Lhasa Apso
- The Similarities Between the Havanese and the Lhasa Apso
- Size (Weight and Height) of Havanese versus Lhasa Apso
- Lifespan of Havanese versus Lhasa Apso
- Temperament of the Lhasa Apso Versus the Havanese
- Price of Havanese versus Price of Lhasa Apso
- Adopting the Havanese versus Adopting the Lhasa Apso
- The Popularity of Havanese versus Popularity of Lhasa Apso
- Tolerates Being Alone: Havanese versus Lhasa Apso
- Do Havaneses shed more than Lhasa Apsos?
- Which one drools more, the Havanese or the Lhasa Apso
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Havanese or the Lhasa Apso?
- Does the Havanese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lhasa Apso?
- Do Havaneses Bark and Howl? What about Lhasa Apsos?
- Can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. Lhasa Apso
- Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Havanese or the Lhasa Apso?
- Are Havaneses good family dogs? What about Lhasa Apsos?
- How Kid-friendly are Havaneses and Lhasa Apsos?
- Is the Havanese Easier to Train than the Lhasa Apso?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lhasa Apso
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Havanese versus Lhasa Apso. Which One is a Better Pet?
Havanese Versus Lhasa Apso: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Havanese 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 Havanese 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 Havanese and the Lhasa Apso.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Havanese 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 Havanese 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 Havanese 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 Havanese or the Lhasa Apso.
Havanese versus Lhasa Apso: Overview
A very important difference between the Havanese and the Lhasa Apso is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Havanese is a small-sized dog while the Lhasa Apso is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Havanese and the Lhasa Apso are Companion Dogs. This means both the Havanese and the Lhasa Apso 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.
Havanese versus Lhasa Apso: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Havanese 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 Havanese and the Lhasa Apso
| Factor | Havanese | Lhasa Apso |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 7 to 13 pounds | 12 to 15 pounds |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $2180 | $1780 |
| Price Range | $1700 – $2750 | $1500 – $1996 |
| Temperament Score | 81.8 percent | 70.4 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 23 | 71 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Havanese 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 Havanese is 91 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Lhasa Apso is 79 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Havanese is a better pet than the Lhasa Apso. So, you should get the Havanese!
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 Havanese 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 Havanese and the Lhasa Apso
Below is a list of where the Havanese and the Lhasa Apso are most different:
The Similarities Between the Havanese and the Lhasa Apso
The Havanese and the Lhasa Apso are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Havanese and the Lhasa Apso are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Havanese versus Lhasa Apso
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Havanese and the Lhasa Apso.
Havaneses weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Havaneses are 8 to 11 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 Havanese versus Lhasa Apso
The lifespan of Havaneses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Havaneses is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Lhasa Apsos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Lhasa Apsos is 13.5 years.
Temperament of the Lhasa Apso Versus the Havanese
The Havanese has a better temperament than the Lhasa Apso.
This is because the temperament score for the Havanese is 81.8 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 81.8 percent, the Havanese 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 Havanese and the Lhasa Apso by measuring the temperaments of 11 Havaneses and 27 Lhasa Apsos.
Price of Havanese versus Price of Lhasa Apso
The average price of the Havanese puppy is $2180. The price of the Havanese typically ranges from $1700 – $2750. However, the price of a Havanese can be as low as $600 and as high as $4550. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 647 Havanese 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 Havanese is more expensive than the Lhasa Apso.
| Havanese | Lhasa Apso | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2180 | $1780 |
| Price Range | $1700 to $2750 | $1500 to $1996 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Havanese and Lhasa Apso. For different price points, the charts show how many Havanese puppies or how many Lhasa Apso puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Havaneses. 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 Havanese 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 Havanese versus Adopting the Lhasa Apso
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Havaneses 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 Havanese named Brooklyn that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Havaneses like Brooklyn on pefinder.com.
Also, like Havaneses, Lhasa Apsos are also available for adoption. For example, Rudi is a Male Lhasa Apso that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Lhasa Apsos like Rudi that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Ernie is the name of another Havanese (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Louie is an adorable Male Lhasa Apso on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Havaneses and Lhasa Apsos that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Havanese 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 Havanese and the Lhasa Apso over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Havanese is more popular with dog owners than the Lhasa Apso. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Havanese is 23 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Lhasa Apso is 71 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Havanese
Popularity of Lhasa Apso
| Year | Havanese Popularity Rank | Lhasa Apso Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 25 | 63 |
| 2014 | 25 | 67 |
| 2015 | 24 | 65 |
| 2016 | 23 | 71 |
| 2017 | 23 | 77 |
| 2018 | 24 | 71 |
| 2019 | 22 | 78 |
| 2020 | 24 | 78 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Havanese versus Lhasa Apso
Havaneses do not like to be left alone.
Lhasa Apsos can be left alone for some time without problems.
Do Havaneses shed more than Lhasa Apsos?
Havaneses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Lhasa Apsos shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Havanese or the Lhasa Apso
Havaneses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Lhasa Apsos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Havanese or the Lhasa Apso?
Havaneses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Lhasa Apsos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Havanese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lhasa Apso?
Havaneses 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.
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 Havaneses Bark and Howl? What about Lhasa Apsos?
Havaneses are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Lhasa Apsos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Havaneses can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Lhasa Apsos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. Lhasa Apso
Havaneses 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 Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Havaneses can tolerate hot weather.
Lhasa Apsos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Havanese or the Lhasa Apso?
Havaneses get along very well with other dogs.
Lhasa Apsos get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Havaneses good family dogs? What about Lhasa Apsos?
Havaneses 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 Havaneses and Lhasa Apsos?
Havaneses get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Lhasa Apsos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Havanese Easier to Train than the Lhasa Apso?
Havaneses are very easy to train.
Lhasa Apsos are fairly easy to train.
Is the Havanese Better for Apartment Owners than the Lhasa Apso?
Havaneses adapt very well to apartment living.
Lhasa Apsos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Havanese or the Lhasa Apso?
Havaneses are very good for new dog owners.
Lhasa Apsos are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Havanese 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 Havanese:
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 Havanese and how the Lhasa Apso compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Havanese and of the Lhasa Apso to other breeds:
Havanese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Havanese versus Brussels Griffon Havanese versus Lagotto Romagnolo Havanese versus Icelandic Sheepdog Havanese versus Greyhound Havanese versus Pomsky Havanese versus Beagle Havanese versus Rottweiler Havanese versus Kuvasz Havanese versus Bouvier des Flandres Havanese versus French Bulldog Havanese versus Pekingese Havanese versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Havanese versus Catahoula Bulldog Havanese versus Weimaraner Havanese versus Leonberger Havanese versus Clumber Spaniel Havanese versus Coton de Tulear Havanese versus Irish Wolfhound Havanese versus Bouvier des Flandres Havanese versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Havanese versus Scottish Deerhound Havanese versus Chinook Havanese versus Pyredoodle Havanese versus Papillon
Lhasa Apso Versus Other Dog Breeds
Lhasa Apso versus Pomapoo Lhasa Apso versus Stabyhoun Lhasa Apso versus American Eskimo Dog Lhasa Apso versus Mastiff Lhasa Apso versus Chorkie Lhasa Apso versus Chinese Shar-Pei Lhasa Apso versus Pug Lhasa Apso versus Miniature Schnauzer Lhasa Apso versus Hovawart Lhasa Apso versus West Highland White Terrier Lhasa Apso versus Brittany Lhasa Apso versus English Springer Spaniel Lhasa Apso versus Tibetan Spaniel Lhasa Apso versus Welsh Terrier Lhasa Apso versus Spinone Italiano Lhasa Apso versus Pharaoh Hound Lhasa Apso versus Ibizan Hound Lhasa Apso versus Harrier Lhasa Apso versus Affenpinscher Lhasa Apso versus Westiepoo Lhasa Apso versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Lhasa Apso versus American Eskimo Dog Lhasa Apso versus Newfoundland Lhasa Apso versus Dogue de Bordeaux Lhasa Apso versus Bedlington Terrier
Conclusion: Havanese 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 Havanese and the Lhasa Apso better suits you and your family.