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

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Cheerful

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

Ja-Chons 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.

Avoid Ja-Chons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

Lhasa Apso and Cocker Spaniel

Bichon Frise and Japanese Chin

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®

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

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Sable
Brindle

White
Black
Red
Sable
Brindle
Pied

Lha-Cockers are known for their coat length.

Ja-Chons 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 Ja-Chon can have a litter of 2-5 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.

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

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
KCS
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Sensitive to Ivermectin
Bladder Stones and Infections

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

Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap

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

Ja-Chon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Ja-Chons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Playing, Walk, Sleeping, Run, Road trip, Swim, Tug-of-war, Nap, Dance, Dog Parks

Walking, Napping, Jogging, Playing, Running

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.

Ja-Chons 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Lha-Cocker, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Ja-Chon, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Ja-Chon should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
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 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Ja-Chon feed 1 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 Ja-Chon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Ja-Chon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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 are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Ja-Chon has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Lha-Cockers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Ja-Chons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Ja-Chons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Ja-Chons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Ja-Chons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.