How tall is a Lhasa Apso?

An adult Lhasa Apso stands about 11 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a Lhasa Apso considered a small dog?

Yes — at 11" / 15 lb, the Lhasa Apso falls into the small-breed size class (shoulder height 11–15"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #218 tallest.

How does a Lhasa Apso compare to a person?

At 11" tall, a Lhasa Apso stands about 17% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

Lhasa Apso Size Compared to a Person

A Lhasa Apso stands 11″ at the shoulder and weighs about 15 lb — that puts it at 17% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #218 by shoulder height and falls into the small-breed size class (Small breeds, 11–15").

Lhasa Apso next to a person at scale — 11-inch shoulder height, 15 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — Lhasa Apso at 11″ / 15 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a Lhasa Apso compares

	Lhasa Apso	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	11″	64″	-53″
Weight	15 lb	135 lb	-120 lb

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About the Lhasa Apso

The Lhasa Apso is an ancient toy breed that originated over a thousand years ago in the monasteries and palaces of Tibet. Bred as interior sentinel dogs for Buddhist monks, these small but sturdy dogs served as an early warning system, alerting the larger Tibetan Mastiffs outside to any intruders. Their long, flowing coat was practical in Tibet's harsh climate, providing insulation against extreme cold, and their keen hearing made them invaluable watchdogs.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Small size class with shoulder height closest to the Lhasa Apso.

American Eskimo — 11″ / 8 lb (same height)
Australian Terrier — 11″ / 18 lb (same height)
Bichon Frise — 11″ / 15 lb (same height)
Bichpoo — 11″ / 12 lb (same height)
Bolognese — 11″ / 8 lb (same height)
Boston Terrier — 11″ / 19 lb (same height)
Coton de Tulear — 11″ / 12 lb (same height)
Doxiepoo — 11″ / 18 lb (same height)

Compare a Lhasa Apso with another breed

Lhasa Apso vs Shih Tzu size comparison

Frequently asked

How tall is a Lhasa Apso?: An adult Lhasa Apso stands about 11 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a Lhasa Apso considered a small dog?: Yes — at 11" / 15 lb, the Lhasa Apso falls into the small-breed size class (shoulder height 11–15"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #218 tallest.
How does a Lhasa Apso compare to a person?: At 11" tall, a Lhasa Apso stands about 17% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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