Lhasa Apso vs Silky terrier
Compare Lhasa Apso and Silky terrier 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
Lhasa Apso
Silky terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 26 cm
23 – 26 cm
Weight
5 – 7 kg
4 – 5 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 14 years
13 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
5/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
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Characteristics
Lhasa Apso
Great with kids
Easy to train
Tiny
Silky terrier
Great with kids
High energy
Quiet
Tiny
Summary
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.
About Silky terrier
The Silky terrier is a small, elegant but sturdy terrier with a fine silky coat and a bold, lively nature. Affectionate and alert, it suits owners who can provide regular grooming, daily walks, training, and mental stimulation. It often combines portability with strong terrier instincts.
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