While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Lhasapoos are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Kerry Beagle is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

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

Outright
Energetic
Quick
Gentle
Friendly

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

Kerry Beagles are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

United States

Ireland

Poodle, Lhasa Apso

Southern, Celtic Hounds

Unknown

16th century

Hazel

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black

Gray
Black
Brown
Cream

Black
Brown
Blue

Lhasapoos are known for their coat length.

Kerry Beagles have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

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 Kerry Beagle can have a litter of 10-14 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.

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)

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Allergies

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Hip & Eye

Full Physical Examination

Lhasapoo has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Lhasapoos require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Kerry Beagles need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Lhasapoos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Kerry Beagles are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Lhasapoos bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Kerry Beagle dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Fetch, Walk, Road trip, Off-leash

Walking, Playing, Chilling, Running

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.

Kerry Beagles 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 Kerry Beagle, it's at least 14 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.

The Kerry Beagle has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

In general Kerry Beagle should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
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 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Kerry Beagle feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Lhasapoo is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Kerry Beagle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Kerry Beagle is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

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

Kerry Beagles 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.

Kerry Beagles are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Kerry Beagles are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

Lhasapoos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Kerry Beagles are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.