Which is Better between the Lhasa Apso and the Whoodle? A Very Detailed Review.

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Lhasa Apso Versus Whoodle: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Lhasa Apso and the Whoodle 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 Whoodle. 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 Whoodle.

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 Whoodle.

Lhasa Apso versus Whoodle: Overview

A very important difference between the Lhasa Apso and the Whoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Lhasa Apso is a tiny-sized dog while the Whoodle 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 Whoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Lhasa Apso versus Whoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Lhasa Apso to the Whoodle 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 Whoodle

Factor Lhasa Apso Whoodle
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 3/5
Weight 12 to 15 pounds 20 to 45 pounds
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 4/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 1/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Height 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 12 to 20 inches
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1780 $2230
Price Range $1500 – $1996 $1650 – $2550
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 Whoodle. 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 Whoodle is 83 out of 125.

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

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 Whoodle 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 Whoodle

Below is a list of where the Lhasa Apso and the Whoodle are most different:

  • Lhasa Apsos can be left alone for some time without problems. However, Whoodles do not like to be left alone.
  • Lhasa Apsos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Whoodles are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Lhasa Apsos are good for new dog owners. However, Whoodles are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • The Similarities Between the Lhasa Apso and the Whoodle

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

  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Whoodle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Whoodle cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Whoodle 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 Whoodle are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Whoodle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Whoodle are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Whoodle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Whoodle adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Lhasa Apso and the Whoodle are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Lhasa Apso versus Whoodle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Lhasa Apso and the Whoodle.

    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, Whoodles weigh 20 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Whoodles are 12 to 20 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Lhasa Apso versus Whoodle

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

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

    Price of Lhasa Apso versus Price of Whoodle

    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 Whoodle puppy is $2230. The price of the Whoodle typically ranges from $1650 – $2550. However, the price of the Whoodle can be as low as $1050 and as high as $6225. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 66 Whoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Whoodle is more expensive than the Lhasa Apso.

    Lhasa Apso Whoodle
    Average Price $1780 $2230
    Price Range $1500 to $1996 $1650 to $2550

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Lhasa Apso and Whoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Lhasa Apso puppies or how many Whoodle 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 Whoodles

    A breakdown of the prices of Whoodles

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Lhasa Apso puppy or the Whoodle 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 Whoodle

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

    Whoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Do Lhasa Apsos shed more than Whoodles?

    Lhasa Apsos shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Lhasa Apso or the Whoodle

    Lhasa Apsos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Whoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Lhasa Apso or the Whoodle?

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

    Whoodles are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Lhasa Apso Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Whoodle?

    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.

    Whoodles 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 Lhasa Apsos Bark and Howl? What about Whoodles?

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

    Whoodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Whoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Lhasa Apsos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Whoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Lhasa Apso vs. Whoodle

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

    Whoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Lhasa Apsos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Whoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Whoodles cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Lhasa Apso or the Whoodle?

    Lhasa Apsos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Whoodles get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Lhasa Apsos good family dogs? What about Whoodles?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Lhasa Apsos and Whoodles?

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

    Whoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Lhasa Apso Easier to Train than the Whoodle?

    Lhasa Apsos are fairly easy to train.

    Whoodles are not easy to train.

    Is the Lhasa Apso Better for Apartment Owners than the Whoodle?

    Lhasa Apsos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Whoodles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Lhasa Apso or the Whoodle?

    Lhasa Apsos are very good for new dog owners.

    Whoodles 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:

  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (77 percent match with Lhasa Apso). Here is our comparison of the Whoodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Peek A Poo (79 percent match with Lhasa Apso). Here is our comparison of the Whoodle vs Peek A Poo.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Whoodle

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Whoodle 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 Whoodle:

  • Barbet (74 percent match with Whoodle). Here is our comparison of the Lhasa Apso vs Barbet.
  • Hovawart (75 percent match with Whoodle). Here is our comparison of the Lhasa Apso vs Hovawart.
  • Lakeland Terrier (73 percent match with Whoodle). Here is our comparison of the Lhasa Apso vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Lhasa Apso Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Lhasa Apso versus Miniature Pinscher     Lhasa Apso versus Bull Terrier     Lhasa Apso versus Pyredoodle     Lhasa Apso versus English Toy Spaniel     Lhasa Apso versus Yorkipoo     Lhasa Apso versus Bedlington Terrier     Lhasa Apso versus English Toy Spaniel     Lhasa Apso versus Carolina Dog     Lhasa Apso versus Basenji     Lhasa Apso versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Lhasa Apso versus Pomsky     Lhasa Apso versus Saluki     Lhasa Apso versus Cockalier     Lhasa Apso versus Cocker Spaniel     Lhasa Apso versus Irish Terrier     Lhasa Apso versus Boston Terrier     Lhasa Apso versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Lhasa Apso versus Swedish Vallhund     Lhasa Apso versus Great Pyrenees     Lhasa Apso versus Irish Water Spaniel     Lhasa Apso versus Plott     Lhasa Apso versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Lhasa Apso versus Spanish Mastiff     Lhasa Apso versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Lhasa Apso versus Irish Setter     

    Whoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Whoodle versus Silky Terrier     Whoodle versus Gordon Setter     Whoodle versus Belgian Malinois     Whoodle versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Whoodle versus Standard Schnauzer     Whoodle versus Plott     Whoodle versus Pug     Whoodle versus Gordon Setter     Whoodle versus Coton de Tulear     Whoodle versus Schnoodle     Whoodle versus Sheepadoodle     Whoodle versus Affenhuahua     Whoodle versus Schipperke     Whoodle versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Whoodle versus Lancashire Heeler     Whoodle versus Karelian Bear Dog     Whoodle versus Beagle     Whoodle versus Vizsla     Whoodle versus Mal Shi     Whoodle versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Whoodle versus German Shepherd Dog     Whoodle versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Whoodle versus Keeshond     Whoodle versus Maremma Sheepdog     Whoodle versus Italian Greyhound     

    Conclusion: Lhasa Apso versus Whoodle. 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 Whoodle better suits you and your family.