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

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

Alert
Courageous
Loyal
Intelligent
Companionable
Outright
Tempered
Spirited

Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Aggressive
Steady
Good-natured
Spirited
Assertive
Opinionated

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

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

Australian Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Lhasaneses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Australia

United States

Terriers, Tasmanian Dog

Lhasa Apso and Pekingese

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Hazel

Black

Black

Australian Terriers have medium-length coats.

Lhasaneses are known for their coat length.

Wiry

Straight

An Australian Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 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 Lhasanese 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.

Australian Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Diabetes
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
PRA
Cherry Eye

Blood Test
X-Rays

Eye
Knee
X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination

Australian Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Lhasaneses are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Lhasanese has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Lhasaneses require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Australian Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Lhasaneses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Chasing, Walks, Lounging

Tug-of-war

Australian Terriers 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.

Lhasaneses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Lhasanese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Australian Terrier, it's at least 12 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 Lhasanese, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Australian Terriers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Lhasaneses usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Australian Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Australian Terrier 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

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Australian Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Lhasanese is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Australian Terriers are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Australian Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Australian Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Lhasaneses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Australian Terriers are not cat friendly.

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

Australian Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Lhasaneses are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Lhasaneses are not known for being a highly playful breed.