The Lhasalier is not a
purebred dog. It is a cross between the
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
and the Lhasa Apso. The best way to determine the
temperament of a mixed breed is to look up all breeds in the cross and know you
can get any combination of any of the characteristics found in either breed.
This hybrid cross is recognized by the American Canine Hybrid Club. Not all of these designer hybrid dogs being bred are 50%
purebred to 50% purebred. It is very common for breeders to breed
multi-generation crosses.
Belle, the Lhasalier (Cavalier King
Charles and Lhasa Apso mix at approximately 1 year old. Her owner states,
"We adopted her when she was about four months old. She is a very excitable
dog that is always into something. She is very playful and very curious.
While easy to train she will also be very sneaky. She loves cats and other
dogs but as her breed still has spaniel mix I would not recommend her as a
pet for small children. She is a very jealous breed and others I have read
about say the same. She would do very well in a house with no children or
older children. She would make a great companion for the elderly as she has
her quiet moments. She is a cuddle bug and loves to be covered up in a
blanket in your lap and stroked. Grooming isn't an issue if you brush them
at least three times a week. She not only loves water and doesn't mind bath
time, she absolutely loves the snow! She weighs about 45 pounds and stands
about 18 inches."
