Lharkies (2024)

FAQs

What is a Lhasa Apso Yorkie mix called? ›

Lharkies are cross- breeds of Yorkshire Terrier and Lhasa Apso canines.

Lhasa Apsos tend to remain in good health for a long time — they live on for an average of 12 to 15 years, with some having a lifespan of as long as 20 years. Personality. The Lhasa Apso acts as an indoor guard dog. This makes sense since the breed started as guard dogs in ancient China.

Shih Apso breed overview. The Shih Apso is a designer dog breed that's a cross between the Shih Tzu and Lhasa Apso. This small dog possesses many of the combined characteristics of the parent breeds which makes it an ideal companion and lapdog.

Like both parent breeds, the Yorkie Apso is loving and affectionate. They will want to be in their owner's company at all times and can even suffer from severe separation anxiety when apart from their people. For this reason, they make great companions for the elderly and those that are home frequently.

The Lhasa Apso is an ancient breed, developed in Tibet from the Tibetan terrier and similar herding-type Tibetan dogs.

There are structural resemblances as well. For example, they are close in size, with the Shih Tzu being no less than 8 and no more than 11 inches at the shoulder and the Lhasa Apso being slightly larger, between 10 and 11 inches tall.

They Have Long Lifespans

Although the average lifespan of a Lhasa Apso is 12-to-15 years old, many can live to their late teens, and some beyond 20. In fact, the oldest Lhasa Apso lived to be 29 years old.

Lhasa Apsos have straight muzzles which are about one third of their head's length, from the nose to the back of the head. They have a black nose, and a level or slightly undershot bite. Inspect the tail. A Lhasa has a feathery tail that's set high enough for it to be carried over the back with a curl to the side.

Lhasa Apso Personality and Temperament

The Lhasa Apso is an energetic and very intelligent breed. They were bred to be watchdogs, which can make them wary of strangers and very protective of their pet parents.

Are Yorkies hypoallergenic dogs? Unfortunately, no, Yorkies are not hypoallergenic. In fact, no dog truly is. The Yorkie doesn't shed much, but this doesn't mean that they are less likely to trigger allergies.

What is the personality of a Yorkie Shih Tzu? ›

Combining the Yorkie's small size with the shih tzu's sturdier build, the shorkie is a bright, affectionate, spunky dog that's considered nearly hypoallergenic. Loyal and loving, shorkies adore their families—but decidedly do not enjoy being left alone.

The Yorkie-Apso is a designer hybrid mix breed dog. He is a combination of the Lhasa Apso and the Yorkshire Terrier. The small dog is an excellent company that makes a good family dog. His small size makes him ideal for an apartment lifestyle or for a small home.

He may have the curly coat of a Poodle or the long, straight coat of a Lhasa Apso, but he always has a cute, alert face and a sturdy body. Like his parent breeds, the Lhasapoo can come in a multitude of solid colors or in a particolor pattern (a color plus white).

The Lorkie, also known as the Yorkie Apso or the Lharkie, is a super-sweet and regal designer dog that was created to be the perfect cuddle buddy.

Lhasa Apso Temperament

Although they are generally affectionate in the home, they can be naturally suspicious of strangers if they are not well socialized as a puppy and this can result in loud and aggressive behaviors that may be difficult to retrain out of the dog. Even when properly socialized, these dogs will bark.