Which is Better between the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier? A Very Detailed Review.

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Lhasapoo Versus Sealyham Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier? 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 Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier 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 Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier 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 Lhasapoo and for the Sealyham Terrier. 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 Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Lhasapoo or the Sealyham Terrier.

Lhasapoo versus Sealyham Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Lhasapoo is a medium-sized dog while the Sealyham Terrier is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Lhasapoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Sealyham Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Lhasapoo versus Sealyham Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Lhasapoo to the Sealyham Terrier 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 Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier

Factor Lhasapoo Sealyham Terrier
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Weight 10 to 15 pounds 22 to 24 pounds
Life Span 10 to 15 years 12 to 14 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 1/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Height 9 to 13 inches Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 13.0 years
Average Price $1150 No Data
Price Range $1000 – $1400 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Eye Examination- Yearly Exams Recommended
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  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Lhasapoo 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 Sealyham Terrier. 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 Lhasapoo is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Sealyham Terrier is 80 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Sealyham Terrier is not better or worse than the Lhasapoo. So, you can get the Sealyham Terrier or the Lhasapoo!

    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 Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier are most different:

  • Lhasapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Sealyham Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • The Similarities Between the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier

    The Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier are most similar:

  • Both the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier 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 Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier are very playful.
  • Both the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Lhasapoo versus Sealyham Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier.

    Lhasapoos weigh 10 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Lhasapoos are 9 to 13 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Sealyham Terriers weigh 22 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Sealyham Terriers are Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Lhasapoo versus Sealyham Terrier

    The lifespan of Lhasapoos is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Lhasapoos is 12.5 years.

    The lifespan of Sealyham Terriers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Sealyham Terriers is 13.0 years.

    Sealyham Terriers live longer than Lhasapoos.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Lhasapoo versus Sealyham Terrier

    Lhasapoos do not like to be left alone.

    Sealyham Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Lhasapoos shed more than Sealyham Terriers?

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

    Sealyham Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Lhasapoo or the Sealyham Terrier

    Lhasapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Sealyham Terriers drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Lhasapoo or the Sealyham Terrier?

    Lhasapoos are moderately easy to groom.

    Sealyham Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Lhasapoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Sealyham Terrier?

    Lhasapoos 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.

    Sealyham Terriers 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 Lhasapoos Bark and Howl? What about Sealyham Terriers?

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

    Sealyham Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Lhasapoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Sealyham Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Lhasapoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Sealyham Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Lhasapoo vs. Sealyham Terrier

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

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

    Can Lhasapoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Sealyham Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Lhasapoos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Sealyham Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Lhasapoo or the Sealyham Terrier?

    Lhasapoos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Sealyham Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Lhasapoos good family dogs? What about Sealyham Terriers?

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

    Sealyham Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Lhasapoos and Sealyham Terriers?

    Lhasapoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Sealyham Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Lhasapoo Easier to Train than the Sealyham Terrier?

    Lhasapoos are fairly easy to train.

    Sealyham Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Lhasapoo Better for Apartment Owners than the Sealyham Terrier?

    Lhasapoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Sealyham Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Lhasapoo or the Sealyham Terrier?

    Lhasapoos are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Sealyham Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lhasapoo

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

  • Bouvier des Flandres (77 percent match with Lhasapoo). Here is our comparison of the Sealyham Terrier vs Bouvier des Flandres.
  • Biewer Terrier (76 percent match with Lhasapoo). Here is our comparison of the Sealyham Terrier vs Biewer Terrier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Sealyham Terrier

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

  • Dutch Shepherd (75 percent match with Sealyham Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Lhasapoo vs Dutch Shepherd.
  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (77 percent match with Sealyham Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Lhasapoo vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Lhasapoo and how the Sealyham Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Lhasapoo and of the Sealyham Terrier to other breeds:

    Lhasapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Lhasapoo versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Lhasapoo versus Giant Schnauzer     Lhasapoo versus Bolognese     Lhasapoo versus Belgian Tervuren     Lhasapoo versus Mudi     Lhasapoo versus Puggle     Lhasapoo versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Lhasapoo versus Beaglier     Lhasapoo versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Lhasapoo versus Redbone Coonhound     Lhasapoo versus Whoodle     Lhasapoo versus Great Pyrenees     Lhasapoo versus Borzoi     Lhasapoo versus Tibetan Spaniel     Lhasapoo versus King Shepherd     Lhasapoo versus Mudi     Lhasapoo versus Japanese Chin     Lhasapoo versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Lhasapoo versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Lhasapoo versus Miniature Pinscher     Lhasapoo versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Lhasapoo versus Aussiedoodle     Lhasapoo versus Komondor     Lhasapoo versus Saint Bernard     Lhasapoo versus Dachshund     

    Sealyham Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Sealyham Terrier versus Havanese     Sealyham Terrier versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Sealyham Terrier versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Sealyham Terrier versus English Cocker Spaniel     Sealyham Terrier versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Sealyham Terrier versus Giant Schnauzer     Sealyham Terrier versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Sealyham Terrier versus Border Collie     Sealyham Terrier versus Scottish Terrier     Sealyham Terrier versus American Bulldog     Sealyham Terrier versus Alaskan Malamute     Sealyham Terrier versus Lancashire Heeler     Sealyham Terrier versus Catahoula Bulldog     Sealyham Terrier versus Scottish Deerhound     Sealyham Terrier versus Norfolk Terrier     Sealyham Terrier versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Sealyham Terrier versus Chihuahua     Sealyham Terrier versus Lakeland Terrier     Sealyham Terrier versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Sealyham Terrier versus Clumber Spaniel     Sealyham Terrier versus Miniature Pinscher     Sealyham Terrier versus Bernedoodle     Sealyham Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer     Sealyham Terrier versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Sealyham Terrier versus Dogue de Bordeaux     

    Conclusion: Lhasapoo versus Sealyham Terrier. 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 Lhasapoo and the Sealyham Terrier better suits you and your family.