14 Lhasa Apso Colors & Patterns (With Pictures)
By Adam Mann
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If you’re thinking about getting a Lhasa Apso, there are quite a few color options to choose from. We’ve highlighted 14 colors and patterns for you below, most of which are formally recognized by the American Kennel Club. It’s possible to get a Lhasa Apso with a color not on the list, but there’s a good chance it’ll be a mixed breed and won’t get formal recognition.
The 14 Lhasa Apso Colors & Patterns
1. Black
Who doesn’t love an all-black dog? Black is one of the most popular color options for a Lhasa Apso. You can have an all-black Lhasa Apso, but it’s also possible to have one with just a black mask or black tips throughout.
2. Black & Tan
Black and tan is another common color pattern for a Lhasa Apso. One of the most common color markings for this combination is a black coat throughout with brown on the chin and chest, but the black and tan color can manifest itself in other ways too. They can have black and tan all over and in all sorts of combinations and mixtures.
3. Cream
Cream is an absolutely adorable color for Lhasa Apsos, and while it’s similar to white, it’s not the exact same. Cream has a slightly brown hue to it, and it’s a highly sought-after color.
4. Golden
Golden is another beautiful Lhasa Apso color to pick from. These dogs can have a golden coat all over, or their golden coat can have other various markings. White markings are common with a golden coat, as are parti-color and even brindle coats.
5. Grizzle
Grizzle is a black-and-white color option, but it’s not solid black and white that turns into spots. A grizzle pattern has these colors mixed throughout, and they can have a solid grizzle coat or have spots of white and black with grizzle throughout the main portion of the body.
6. Red
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A red Lhasa Apso is extremely similar to a golden one, but it’s a darker hue with a touch of redness to it. Black markings are common with a red Lhasa Apso, but it’s also possible that they have other markings like white with this color.
7. Red Gold
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Red and gold is a very common color mix for a Lhasa Apso that still meets formal American Kennel Club (AKC) standards. It’s also very common for this color pattern to have some white markings throughout with a red gold coat.
8. White
White is a stunning color for a Lhasa Apso, but getting a pure white pup isn’t always the easiest. It’s common for these dogs to have markings mixed with white, but it’s not impossible to find an all-white dog. Just expect to pay a little more for one if you want one with no markings.
9. Black Mask With Tips
A black mask is a very common color marking for the Lhasa Apso. It can come with many of the standard colors we highlighted above, and it does not preclude them from formal registration. The black mask covers their face, and the tips usually occur on their paws and some other areas.
10. Black Tips
Black tips are another color marking that is very common for the Lhasa Apso. Black tips can occur with just about any color pattern, and it’s common on their ears, back, and paws. It also falls within AKC standards.
11. Brindle
Brindle is another marking you can find with Lhasa Apsos. Brindle has brown, black, and white fur, with the colors all throughout. A brindle marking is not when those colors are large spots throughout.
12. Parti-Color
When a Lhasa Apso has a parti-color, they have three different colors. The most common color combinations are white, brown, and black, but gold and other color combinations are prevalent too. While it’s not a solid color combination, it’s still super adorable.
13. Sable
Sable is a dark brown color pattern that is common for Lhasa Apso. Sable has dark colors throughout, and typically, lighter brown colors are mixed in. It’s also common for the sable color pattern to have white markings, especially on the chest and paws.
14. White Markings
White markings can occur with any color pattern on a Lhasa Apso. They can have white markings on their back, legs, face, or just about anywhere on their body too. These white markings are extremely common, and they can add to the overall unique appearance of your Lhasa Apso.
Conclusion
Now that you know all about the different color options and color patterns for a Lhasa Apso, all that’s left is for you to pick your favorite and try to track down a breeder. They’re amazing companions, so no matter which color you go with, they’re going to have a friendly personality and make a phenomenal addition to your family!
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