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

Alert
Independent
Loving
Playful
Intelligent
Loyal

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

Japanese Chins 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.

Japanese Chins are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

Japan

Lhasa Apso and Cocker Spaniel

pug, pekingese

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
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

2000s

ancient times

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Sable
Brindle

Black
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Lha-Cockers are known for their coat length.

Japanese Chins have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Japanese Chin can have a litter of 10-12 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)

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Entropion
Ectropion
Seborrhea
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Heart Murmur

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

Eye
Knee
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination

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

Japanese Chins are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Japanese Chin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Japanese Chins require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

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

Japanese Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Japanese Chins are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

Sniffing, Pets, Walk

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 Japanese Chin, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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 Japanese Chin 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.

Japanese Chin 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
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 4-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin 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.

Japanese Chin 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.

Japanese Chins have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Japanese Chins are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Japanese Chins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Japanese Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Japanese Chins have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

Japanese Chins are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.