Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Lhasa Apso Versus Puli: Introduction
- Lhasa Apso versus Puli: Overview
- Lhasa Apso versus Puli: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Lhasa Apso and the Puli
- The Similarities Between the Lhasa Apso and the Puli
- Size (Weight and Height) of Lhasa Apso versus Puli
- Lifespan of Lhasa Apso versus Puli
- Temperament of the Puli Versus the Lhasa Apso
- Price of Lhasa Apso versus Price of Puli
- The Intelligence of the Lhasa Apso versus the Intelligence of the Puli
- The Popularity of Lhasa Apso versus Popularity of Puli
- Tolerates Being Alone: Lhasa Apso versus Puli
- Do Lhasa Apsos shed more than Pulis?
- Which one drools more, the Lhasa Apso or the Puli
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Lhasa Apso or the Puli?
- Does the Lhasa Apso Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puli?
- Do Lhasa Apsos Bark and Howl? What about Pulis?
- Can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pulis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Lhasa Apso vs. Puli
- Can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pulis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Lhasa Apso or the Puli?
- Are Lhasa Apsos good family dogs? What about Pulis?
- How Kid-friendly are Lhasa Apsos and Pulis?
- Is the Lhasa Apso Easier to Train than the Puli?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lhasa Apso
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puli
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Lhasa Apso versus Puli. Which One is a Better Pet?
Lhasa Apso Versus Puli: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Lhasa Apso and the Puli? 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 Puli 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 Puli.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Lhasa Apso and the Puli 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 Puli. 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 Puli.
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 Puli.
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Lhasa Apso versus Puli: Overview
A very important difference between the Lhasa Apso and the Puli is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Lhasa Apso is a tiny-sized dog while the Puli is a medium-sized dog.
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 Puli belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
Lhasa Apso versus Puli: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Lhasa Apso to the Puli 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 Puli
Factor | Lhasa Apso | Puli |
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Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Weight | 12 to 15 pounds | 25 to 35 pounds |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 15 years |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
General Health | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Height | 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 16 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.5 years |
Average Price | $1780 | $2250 |
Price Range | $1500 – $1996 | $1875 – $2750 |
Temperament Score | 70.4 percent | 92.3 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 71 | 150 |
Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 68 | 27 |
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 Puli. 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 Puli is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Lhasa Apso is a better pet than the Puli. 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 Lhasa Apso and the Puli so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Lhasa Apso and the Puli
Below is a list of where the Lhasa Apso and the Puli are most different:
The Similarities Between the Lhasa Apso and the Puli
The Lhasa Apso and the Puli are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Lhasa Apso and the Puli are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Lhasa Apso versus Puli
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Lhasa Apso and the Puli.
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, Pulis weigh 25 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Pulis are 16 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Lhasa Apso versus Puli
The lifespan of Lhasa Apsos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Lhasa Apsos is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Pulis is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Pulis is 12.5 years.
Lhasa Apsos live longer than Pulis.
Temperament of the Puli Versus the Lhasa Apso
The Puli has a better temperament than the Lhasa Apso.
This is because the temperament score for the Puli is 92.3 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 70.4 percent, the Lhasa Apso has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 92.3 percent, the Puli has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Lhasa Apso and the Puli by measuring the temperaments of 27 Lhasa Apsos and 26 Pulis.
Price of Lhasa Apso versus Price of Puli
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 Puli puppy is $2250. The price of the Puli typically ranges from $1875 – $2750. However, the price of the Puli can be as low as $1250 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 3 Puli puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Puli is more expensive than the Lhasa Apso.
Lhasa Apso | Puli | |
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Average Price | $1780 | $2250 |
Price Range | $1500 to $1996 | $1875 to $2750 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Lhasa Apso and Puli. For different price points, the charts show how many Lhasa Apso puppies or how many Puli puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
![A breakdown of the prices of Lhasa Apsos. The typical price range is shaded Green.](https://i0.wp.com/pupvs.com/wp-content/uploads/images/lhasa-apso-prices-average-range.jpg?w=900&ssl=1)
A breakdown of the prices of Lhasa Apsos. The typical price range is shaded Green.
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A breakdown of the prices of Pulis
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Lhasa Apso puppy or the Puli 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.
The Intelligence of the Lhasa Apso versus the Intelligence of the Puli
Lhasa Apso | Puli | |
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Intelligence Rank | 68 out of 130 dog breeds | 27 out of 130 dog breeds |
Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 Repetitions! | Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 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 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 Puli has an obedience intelligence rank of 27 out of 130 dog breeds. The Puli belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Pulis tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.
The Puli 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 Lhasa Apso versus Popularity of Puli
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 Lhasa Apso and the Puli over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Lhasa Apso is more popular with dog owners than the Puli. 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 Puli is 150 out of about 200 dog breeds.
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Popularity of Lhasa Apso
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Popularity of Puli
Year | Lhasa Apso Popularity Rank | Puli Popularity Rank |
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2013 | 63 | 136 |
2014 | 67 | 151 |
2015 | 65 | 154 |
2016 | 71 | 159 |
2017 | 77 | 142 |
2018 | 71 | 160 |
2019 | 78 | 160 |
2020 | 78 | 143 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Lhasa Apso versus Puli
Lhasa Apsos can be left alone for some time without problems.
Pulis do not like to be left alone.
Do Lhasa Apsos shed more than Pulis?
Lhasa Apsos shed moderately.
Pulis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Lhasa Apso or the Puli
Lhasa Apsos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pulis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Lhasa Apso or the Puli?
Lhasa Apsos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Pulis require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Lhasa Apso Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puli?
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.
Pulis 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 Lhasa Apsos Bark and Howl? What about Pulis?
Lhasa Apsos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Pulis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pulis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Lhasa Apsos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Pulis can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Lhasa Apso vs. Puli
Lhasa Apsos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Pulis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pulis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Lhasa Apsos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Pulis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Lhasa Apso or the Puli?
Lhasa Apsos get along fairly well with other dogs.
Pulis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Lhasa Apsos good family dogs? What about Pulis?
Lhasa Apsos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pulis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Lhasa Apsos and Pulis?
Lhasa Apsos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Pulis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Lhasa Apso Easier to Train than the Puli?
Lhasa Apsos are fairly easy to train.
Pulis are not easy to train.
Is the Lhasa Apso Better for Apartment Owners than the Puli?
Lhasa Apsos adapt very well to apartment living.
Pulis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Lhasa Apso or the Puli?
Lhasa Apsos are very good for new dog owners.
Pulis are not the best dogs 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puli
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Puli 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 Puli:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Lhasa Apso and how the Puli compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Lhasa Apso and of the Puli to other breeds:
Lhasa Apso Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Puli Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puli versus Belgian Tervuren Puli versus Tibetan Spaniel Puli versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Puli versus Cane Corso Puli versus Shih Tzu Puli versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Puli versus Basenji Puli versus Samoyed Puli versus Basset Hound Puli versus Komondor Puli versus Chow Chow Puli versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Puli versus Boerboel Puli versus Kooikerhondje Puli versus Patterdale Terrier Puli versus Papipoo Puli versus Giant Schnauzer Puli versus Dalmatian Puli versus Fila Brasileiro Puli versus Irish Terrier Puli versus Peek A Poo Puli versus American Staffordshire Terrier Puli versus Pug Puli versus Schipperke Puli versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Conclusion: Lhasa Apso versus Puli. 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 Puli better suits you and your family.