Lhasa Apso
Alternative names
Lhassa Terrier
Common nickname
Lhasa
Country of origin
Tibet
Classification
FCI: Group 9 Section 5 AKC: Non-sporting ANKC: Group 7 (Non-Sporting) CKC: Group 6 - Non-Sporting Dogs KC(UK): Utility NZKC: Non-sporting UKC: Companion Breeds
Breed standards (external links)
FCI, AKC, ANKC, CKC KC(UK), NZKC, UKC

The Lhasa Apso is a breed of dog. It originated in Tibet and is thought to have been bred as an alert dog for Tibetan monasteries for over 2000 years.