Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Steady
Spirited
Assertive
Quiet
Faithful

Assertive
Intelligent
Mellow
Energetic
Lively
Stubborn

Lha-Cockers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Berger Picards are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Lha-Cockers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Berger Picards make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

France

Lhasa Apso and Cocker Spaniel

Sheepdog

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

2000s

800 AD

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Sable
Brindle

Fawn
Gray

Lha-Cockers are known for their coat length.

Berger Picards have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Lha-Cocker can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Berger Picard can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Lha-Cockers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Berger Picards are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the Lha-Cocker breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Berger Picards are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Ectropion
Seborrhea
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Collie Eye Anomaly

Eye Examination
Ear Examination
Skin Evaluation
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Hearing Tests

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Lha-Cockers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Berger Picards thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Lha-Cocker has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Berger Picard has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Lha-Cockers need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Berger Picards need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Lha-Cockers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Berger Picards are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Lha-Cocker dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Berger Picards bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Lha-Cockers are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Lha-Cocker dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Berger Picards are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

In general most Lha-Cockers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Berger Picards usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Lha-Cockers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Berger Picard requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Ideally, Lha-Cocker should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

In general Berger Picard should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Lha-Cocker feed 1.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 51-71 pound (23 - 32 kg) Berger Picard feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Lha-Cocker is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average cost of a Berger Picard is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Lha-Cocker is between $34 - $67. This makes an average of $408 - $804 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Berger Picard is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Lha-Cockers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Berger Picards can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Lha-Cockers are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Berger Picards are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Lha-Cockers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Berger Picards are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Lha-Cockers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Berger Picards are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Lha-Cockers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Berger Picards are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Lha-Cockers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Berger Picards are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.