La-chon Dog Breed

The La-Chon is a companion animal. These dogs come from two pure breeds with very different backgrounds. One was a watchdog centuries ago and was accustomed to being outside and somewhat alone, and the other was a royally pampered pedigree that had very humble roots as a ratter for sailors on ships. Both believe they are much bigger than they are, however, and they can be difficult — although they are fine for first-time dog families. They get along with kids so long as they understand how to behave around small dogs. They may be very bold with big dogs, so they should be supervised around them.

Here are some of the things that will help you get to know your La-Chon:

PROS

• Loves to play
• Hugely adorable
• Low exercise needs
• Will be your shadow
• Loves to be a lapdog
• Can learn a lot of tricks
• Fair tolerance to hot and cold weather

CONS

• Very clingy
• May bark a lot
• Might be very pushy
• High grooming needs
• Can get separation anxiety
• Can be difficult to housebreak
• May be very sensitive to touch
• On the expensive side to adopt
• Obedience training might be hard
• Moderate amount of health problems

There is not a lot of specific La-Chon information available. Some La-Chons may be more Lhasa Apso, some may be more Bichon Frise, and some may be a perfect mix of both parents. Even in a single litter, each puppy can be very different. It's best to research both breeds that make a La-Chon in order to understand your hybrid puppy.

What you can count on is a smart dog — although this may seem otherwise if they get a stubborn streak. Both parent breeds are accustomed to being pampered. It's not unusual for a La-Chon to be as demanding, and they may resist learning things until you learn how to coax it from them. Ultimately, they get what they want (usually a snack), and that can pretty smart!

Separation anxiety is something this dog is prone to. They will insist on being with you at all times, and if you frequently leave them home or alone for long periods of time, they will develop bad habits. They may bark incessantly, chew on things or worse.

The Lhasa Apso cross Bichon Frise information that seems readily available will tell you that the La-Chon will get a moderate amount of exercise inside and on their own by just walking, exploring and constantly checking their environment. They do need a short daily walk every day as well as occasional visits to the dog park.

The La-Chon is a mixed breed dog that has no pedigree, and there are no general health surveys published for these dogs. Knowing the health problems of the purebred parents will go a long way in anticipating possible issues. You should also know that hybrid vigor, thorough vet certifications, and health tests will offer a great amount of insight too.

Here are some of the concerns that your La-Chon may run into:

• Allergies
• Eye problems
• Hip dysplasia
• Kidney stones
• Skin infections
• Patellar luxation
• Bladder complications
• Sensitivity to vaccinations

These dogs are said to have a much longer average lifespan than most similar small lapdogs, and it's said to be anywhere from 12 to 16 years.