Breed Comparison: Lhasa Apso Versus Peek A Poo

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Lhasa Apso Versus Peek A Poo: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo? 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 Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo 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 Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo 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 Lhasa Apso and for the Peek A Poo. 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 Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo.

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

Lhasa Apso versus Peek A Poo: Overview

Both the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo are similar in size. The Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo are both tiny-sized dogs.

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Peek A Poo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

Lhasa Apso versus Peek A Poo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Lhasa Apso to the Peek A Poo 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 Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo

Factor Lhasa Apso Peek A Poo
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 2/5
Weight 12 to 15 pounds 4 to 20 pounds
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 15 years
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 4/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 5/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Height 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1780 $1430
Price Range $1500 – $1996 $1000 – $1800
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Lhasa Apso 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 Peek A Poo. 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 Lhasa Apso is 79 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Peek A Poo is 84 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Peek A Poo is a better pet than the Lhasa Apso. So, you should get the Peek A Poo!

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 Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Similarities Between the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo

The Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo are most similar:

  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo 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.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Lhasa Apso versus Peek A Poo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo.

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

    On the other hand, Peek A Poos weigh 4 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Peek A Poos are Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Lhasa Apso versus Peek A Poo

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

    The lifespan of Peek A Poos is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Peek A Poos is 12.5 years.

    Lhasa Apsos live longer than Peek A Poos.

    Price of Lhasa Apso versus Price of Peek A Poo

    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 reviewing the prices of 104 Lhasa Apso puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Peek A Poo puppy is $1430. The price of the Peek A Poo typically ranges from $1000 – $1800. However, the price of the Peek A Poo can be as low as $750 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 120 Peek A Poo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Lhasa Apso is more expensive than the Peek A Poo.

    Lhasa Apso Peek A Poo
    Average Price $1780 $1430
    Price Range $1500 to $1996 $1000 to $1800

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Lhasa Apso and Peek A Poo. For different price points, the charts show how many Lhasa Apso puppies or how many Peek A Poo puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Lhasa Apsos. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Lhasa Apsos. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Peek A Poos

    A breakdown of the prices of Peek A Poos

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Lhasa Apso puppy or the Peek A Poo 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: Lhasa Apso versus Peek A Poo

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

    Peek A Poos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Lhasa Apsos shed more than Peek A Poos?

    Lhasa Apsos shed moderately.

    Peek A Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Lhasa Apso or the Peek A Poo

    Lhasa Apsos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Peek A Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Lhasa Apso or the Peek A Poo?

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

    Peek A Poos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Lhasa Apso Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Peek A Poo?

    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.

    Peek A Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Lhasa Apsos Bark and Howl? What about Peek A Poos?

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

    Peek A Poos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Peek A Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Lhasa Apsos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Peek A Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Lhasa Apso vs. Peek A Poo

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

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

    Can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Peek A Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Peek A Poos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Lhasa Apso or the Peek A Poo?

    Lhasa Apsos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Peek A Poos get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Lhasa Apsos good family dogs? What about Peek A Poos?

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

    Peek A Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Lhasa Apsos and Peek A Poos?

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

    Peek A Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Lhasa Apso Easier to Train than the Peek A Poo?

    Lhasa Apsos are fairly easy to train.

    Peek A Poos are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Lhasa Apso Better for Apartment Owners than the Peek A Poo?

    Lhasa Apsos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Peek A Poos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Lhasa Apso or the Peek A Poo?

    Lhasa Apsos are very good for new dog owners.

    Peek A Poos are very good for new dog owners.

    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 Peek A Poo vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Peek A Poo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo:

  • Maltese (81 percent match with Peek A Poo). Here is our comparison of the Lhasa Apso vs Maltese.
  • Pomapoo (84 percent match with Peek A Poo). Here is our comparison of the Lhasa Apso vs Pomapoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Lhasa Apso and how the Peek A Poo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Lhasa Apso and of the Peek A Poo to other breeds:

    Lhasa Apso Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Peek A Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Peek A Poo versus Affenhuahua     Peek A Poo versus Samoyed     Peek A Poo versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Peek A Poo versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Peek A Poo versus American Eskimo Dog     Peek A Poo versus Harrier     Peek A Poo versus Norwich Terrier     Peek A Poo versus English Springer Spaniel     Peek A Poo versus Chorkie     Peek A Poo versus Spanish Mastiff     Peek A Poo versus English Toy Spaniel     Peek A Poo versus Bouvier des Flandres     Peek A Poo versus Mudi     Peek A Poo versus French Bulldog     Peek A Poo versus Australian Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Akbash     Peek A Poo versus English Cocker Spaniel     Peek A Poo versus Rottweiler     Peek A Poo versus Papipoo     Peek A Poo versus Golden Retriever     Peek A Poo versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Peek A Poo versus Tibetan Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Peek A Poo versus Puggle     Peek A Poo versus English Setter     

    Conclusion: Lhasa Apso versus Peek A Poo. 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 Lhasa Apso and the Peek A Poo better suits you and your family.