Comparison: Havanese and Lhasa Apso

Havanese and Lhasa Apso are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Havanese
Photo: Hemlit, CC BY 2.0, source
Lhasa Apso
Photo: localpups, CC BY 2.0, source
HavaneseLhasa Apso
FCI group9. Companion and Toy Dogs9. Companion and Toy Dogs
Country of originCubaChina
CategorySmallSmall
Height at withers21–29 cm25–28 cm
Weight3.5–7 kg6–8 kg
Life span14–16 years12–15 years
Recognition features
  • Long, light, wavy coat
  • Tail carried over the back
  • 23-27 cm tall
  • Long, straight, heavy coat
  • Bearded face and drop ears
  • Tail carried over the back
CoatLong, soft, light coat.Long, heavy, straight, hard coat.
PurposeThe national breed of Cuba from the bichon family; companion of Cuban aristocrats.A Tibetan monastery breed that guarded houses and temples; dogs were given as gifts by lamas.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.