Dutch Shepherd (Hollandse Herder)
VS
Lhasa Apso
Dutch Shepherd (Hollandse Herder) vs Lhasa Apso
Compare Dutch Shepherd (Hollandse Herder) and Lhasa Apso side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Dutch Shepherd (Hollandse Herder)
Lhasa Apso
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
55 – 62 cm
25 – 26 cm
Weight
22 – 32 kg
5 – 7 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 15 years
13 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
5/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Dutch Shepherd (Hollandse Herder)
Great with kids
High energy
Large
Lhasa Apso
Great with kids
Easy to train
Tiny
Summary
About Dutch Shepherd (Hollandse Herder)
Dutch Shepherds are medium, athletic Dutch farm dogs with three brindle coat types. Intelligent, loyal, and protective, they bond closely with family, excel in work and sport, and need significant daily exercise, training, and socialization to stay balanced.
About Lhasa Apso
Small but sturdy Tibetan companion once kept as an indoor watchdog. Rectangular body, dense floor‑length coat with many colors, low shedding but high grooming needs. Loyal and protective with family, reserved with strangers, alert and vocal. Suits apartments if well trained and exercised.
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