Made in Tibet  The origin and characteristics of the Lhasa Apso.
Same article in French.
Myths and Legends about the Lhasa Head   NEW
Article on Lhasas from 1895 This is reprinted from the English "Ladies Kennel Journal"
And What About the Lhasa Apso? by Mme. Yolande DeZarobe of France.1/24/98
Selected notes on the Lhasa Apso, 1900 - 1930.   A collection of early writings in England and the USA.  All students of the breed should read this old material carefully.
Notes on the Lhasa and Tibetan Terrier. Taken from Angela Mulliner's book on the Tibetan Terrier. Some early comments on the two breeds.
Dogs from the Roof of the World: by Mrs Eric Bailey, one of the earliest Lhasa Apso breeders in England.
1901 Lhasa Apso "standard".  This 1901 article by Lionel Jacobs describes the original Lhasa Apsos, and is the source of modern standards.
The American Standard, a critique by Ellie Baumann, 1976
A New Standard for the Tibetan Apso Where has the authentic type of yesteryear gone?  Can he be re-created? Should the breed be split?
What's wrong with the English Standard?  The British Lhasa Apso standard is accepted by FCI as an international standard. This Lhasa standard was recently, and we believe unfortunately, revised. Here's a critique.
'Down Under' Rejects the English Standard by Frances Sefton.  Why Australia refused to accept the latest English and FCI version of the Lhasa Apso standard.
What's Wrong with the Canadian Stanadard?  By special request, I have written this companion to the forgoing critique of the British standard.
Where Are the Lhasas of Yesteryear? Mme. Yolande de Zarobe, long time Lhasa fancier in France, comments on the changes in Lhasa Apso type.
Specials Dogs: What and why is a specials dog?

Breeding

Fad Breeding and Type: Is the present trend reversable?
Legs Grow. How to pick a puppy for conformation
Measuring the Lhasa Apso  A guide to understanding proportion in the Lhasa Apso.
How to Choose a Breeder by Joan Kendall. How to buy a puppy from a good breeder.
Letter to a Would-be Breeder  by Dorothy Kendall.  This article should be read by anyone thinking of breeding his or her pet.
Breeding Notes  by C. Marley - how to breed intelligently
Coat Color Genetics in the Lhasa Apso
Growth Chart for Lhasa Apsos  Predict adult height
Find a Breeder in Your Area

Conformation

Function v. Style:Did we throw away the blueprints?
Shoulders:  How do they work.
The Lhasa Illusion Game:  How good is your eye?
The Lhasa Apso Head.  This is a photo study of the Lhasa skull and its relationships.
The Long and the Short of it.  Long backs versus short backs - what's correct?  Same article in French
The Short Loin. Debunking the myth.
Lhasa Conformation.  This is a photo study of good conformation with and without coat.
Legs Grow. How to pick a puppy for conformation
Angulation and Movement in the Lhasa Apso Exploring the relationship
Nice Wide Rear . . .But is it really so nice?
Front Legs: Do we really want a terrier straight leg?
The Pelvic Angle: Its relationship to movement in the Apso.
Measuring Shoulder Angulation

General

Breeder Referral  Where to find a reputable Breeder
A Brief History of Tibet From the beginning to the present.
What is a "Landrace"?  NEW
Where is TYPICAL MOVEMENT going? by Hans Lehtinen & Chris Lummelampi
The Great Lhasa Debate: Hamilton vs Non-Hamilton
A tribute to a Lhasa  by Neil Madden. This is moving letter from a bereaved Lhasa owner in Australia.
You Lost  by Dorothy Kendall.  An article on the essential lessons of losing
Welcome to The Wonderful World of Lhasas  An article on the Lhasa Apso by Dorothy Joan Kendall of Orlane Lhasa Apsos.
The Lhasa and the Chocolate Cake by Fortinbras. A little fable about genetic diversity.
Grooming the Lhasa by Joan Kendall. The answer to your grooming questions.
Miracle of Birth Videotape. An ironic discouragement for the backyard breeder.
Dog Bisquit Recipe Your dogs will go wild for these nourishing treats

Health & Genetics

Introduction to Population Genetics: Breeding for genetic diversity  NEW
Cherry Eye:  Cause and treatment
The Lhasa Apso Health News: More articles available on health and breeding.
Some Thoughts on the History of Animal Breeding: by Dr.Hellmuth Wachtel
The Canine Genetic Diversity Website: Every breeder must read!
Population Genetics and Breeding: A new article by Dr. John Armstrong..
DNA, Dogs and Wolves:  an article by Ray Coppinger .  Is your Lhasa really a wolf?
Demystifying Inbreeding Coefficients: by Dr. John Armstrong: How inbreeding is measured.
Breeding Dogs For The Next Millennium: by Hellmuth Wachtel
Seeking a Consistent Breeding Theory: by Hellmuth Wachtel
Coat Color Genetics in the Lhasa Apso
A Lesson From The Wolves:Inbreeding leading to extinction? J. Armstrong Ph.D..
The Nature of Genetic Disease: J. Armstrong, Ph.D..
Breeding - Dogs or Pedigrees: Pros and cons of inbreeding.
Breeding Schemes:  by Dr. John Armstrong
Genetic Diversity - the Dark Side of Inbreeding: What can happen when you "linebreed".
The Breeder's Dilemma: by Kelley Hoffman. The pros and cons of inbreeding.
A Genetic Primer for Breeders: "Practicing Genetics without a license". J.Armstrong, Ph.D..
Inbreeding and Diversity: There is another way. J. Armstrong, Ph.D.
Population Genetics: by Dr. John Armstrong. Breeders must read this.

Humor

The Piddler  Just for fun - a poem.
Show Quotes  More fun: what show ads say and what they really mean.
Who Owns the Lhasa   A puzzle, and a tough one too - but fun!
Cat A fable about dogs and cats.

Training

Puppy Kindergarten  by Kathleen Rupprecht: A guide to early training of the Lhasa Apso
The Aggressive Lhasa A conversation between pet owners and breeders
A Radical Regime For Recalcitrant Rovers (RRRR) by Job Michael Evans - 1986. An approach to the problem dog.
Crate Training A wonderful article on housebreaking for new owners, or for breeders to give to new puppy owners.
Some Thoughts on Training by Kathleen Rupprecht
Who is in charge? Quiz for Apso Owners
House Training Your Lhasa Apso by Vickie Kuhlmann
He Just Wants to Say Hi  by Susan Clothier  Dog v. Dog agression? Think again.