Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Steady
Spirited
Assertive
Faithful
Instinctual

Independent
Alert
Powerful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed

Lhasapoos are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Giant Wauzers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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Poodle, Lhasa Apso

Westie, Giant Schnauzer

Hazel

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Gray
Black
Brown
Cream

White
Black
Silver
Gray

Lhasapoos are known for their coat length.

Giant Wauzers have medium-length coats.

A Lhasapoo can have a litter of 4-6 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 Giant Wauzer can have a litter of 5-8 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.

Lhasapoos are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Giant Wauzers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the Lhasapoo breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Giant Wauzer breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Kidney Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Addison's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Cushing's Disease
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Hip Dysplasia
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
CMO
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Cobalamin Malabsorption
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Allergies

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Copper Toxicosis
Chronic Anemia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Hip & Eye

Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Hip and Knee

Lhasapoos 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.

Giant Wauzers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Lhasapoo, 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 Giant Wauzer, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Lhasapoos have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Giant Wauzers 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.

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

Giant Wauzer 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
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Lhasapoo 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.

For an average 20-75 pound (9 - 34 kg) Giant Wauzer feed 3 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 Lhasapoo is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Giant Wauzer is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Lhasapoo is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 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 Giant Wauzer is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

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.

Lhasapoos make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Giant Wauzers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Giant Wauzers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Lhasapoos are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Giant Wauzers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Lhasapoos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Giant Wauzers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Lhasapoos are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Giant Wauzers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Lhasapoos are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Giant Wauzers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.