Lhasa Apso puppies for sale across Canada

Breed history

The Lhasa Apso originated over a thousand years ago in the Himalayan region of Tibet. Bred primarily by monks and nobility, these small but vigilant dogs functioned as interior watchdogs within monasteries and palaces, complementing the larger Tibetan Mastiffs that guarded outside. Deeply tied to Tibetan spiritual culture, they were considered sacred and symbols of good luck. The breed was introduced to the Western world in the early 20th century, largely through gifts from the Dalai Lama, and was later recognized by major kennel clubs.