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•   Lhasa Apso Breed Standard Lhasa Apso - variable, but about 10 inches or 11 inches at shoulder for dogs, bitches slightly smaller. All colors equally acceptable with or without dark tips to ears and beard. Body Shape The length from point of shoulders to point of buttocks longer than height at withers, well ribbed up, strong loin, well-developed quarters and thighs. •   Lhasa Apso Dog - Breed Information The Lhasa Apso originated in Tibet, where documentation on the breed exists from as far back as 800 B.C. They were, and still are, valued as a companion and watch dog. Originally, the dogs were kept as good luck talismans and were never sold but given away as gifts to those who the lamas held in high esteem. •   Lhasa Apso Dog Pictures A collection of photos and pictures of Lhasa Apso dogs. None of these dogs or puppies are for sale, they are pets of the people who's names are listed with the photo. •   Dog Breed Pictures: Lhasa Apso The Lhasa Apso originated in 7th Century Tibet, China, where it held an esteemed position in the monasteries and temples as a guard dog. Due to its acute sense of hearing it could detect intruders as well as an impending avalanche.