Choose a Himalayan Sheepdog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Westie-Lasos as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Tibetan Mastiff, Kinnaur Sheepdog of Tibet

West Highland White Terrier, Lhasa Apso

Ancient Times

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Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn

White
Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
Sable
Brindle

Himalayan Sheepdogs have medium-length coats.

Westie-Lasos have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Himalayan Sheepdog can have a litter of 9-14 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.

A Westie-Laso 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.

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Urolithiasis
Addison's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Elbow Dysplasia
Arthritis
Canine Glaucoma

Inguinal Hernias
Copper Toxicosis
Atopic Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Full Physical Examination
Blood Chemistry
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Hip
Knee
Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skeletal Exam

Himalayan Sheepdogs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

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

Westie-Lasos need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Playing, Rope game, Chase, Fetch, Catch treats, Walk, Hide and seek, Go to Park

Road trip, Tug-of-war, Walk

Himalayan Sheepdogs 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.

Westie-Lasos 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Himalayan Sheepdog, it's at least 16 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 Westie-Laso, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Himalayan Sheepdogs usually need at least 120 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 Westie-Lasos 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 Himalayan Sheepdog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Himalayan Sheepdog 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, Westie-Laso should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 62-84 pound (28 - 38 kg) Himalayan Sheepdog feed 3 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 14-21 pound (6 - 10 kg) Westie-Laso feed 1.5 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 Himalayan Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Westie-Laso is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Himalayan Sheepdog is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Westie-Laso is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

Himalayan Sheepdog is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Westie-Laso has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Himalayan Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Westie-Lasos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Himalayan Sheepdogs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Westie-Lasos are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Himalayan Sheepdogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Westie-Lasos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.