Description:
Alexis is a lovely tan Lhasa Apsa. I think he has a beautiful coat ~ it reminds me of caramels! He is a very sweet dog, a bit shy at first which is not unusual in a small dog. He has dry eyes and requires artifical tear drops, again, not a very unusual trait. You'll love this one!

12/23 Foster Update:
Alex is a great dog. He is really easy going, all he wants is a warm lap and to be near you. He is good with kids, cats, and other dogs. So far he has not shown much of a playful side but that may come out as he gets more comfortable. He follows us around the house and watches everything we do. He whines and talks a little if he wants attention but he has not been a barker. He is very gentle with children. My niece who is 7 yrs old just loves him. She took him for several mini walks around the playground when we were at the park yesterday. He was great on a leash and obeyed her nicely. He sat on the picnic blanket we had laid out and watched kids play, and other people and dogs go by and never barked or growled or even attempted to leave the blanket. He is a great dog!!! He does very well in the car. I can't say enough nice things about Alex. When you talk to him he turns his little head to the side and locks eye contact with you like he's really trying to understand what you are saying. At night he curls right up at the foot of the bead and goes to sleep. His big eyes. cute little under bite, short little legs and beautiful coat just make me melt. I'll be shocked if this little guy doesn't get a home super quick.

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the land of Tibet was the home of the Lhasa Apso - the breed taking its name from the sacred city of Lhasa. For at least two thousand years the breed was only bred in Tibet by holy men and nobles. It was used as a watchdog in temples and monasteries, and was considered sacred, for when its master died, his soul was thought to enter the Lhasa Apso's body. Although they were thought to bring good luck to their owners, Lhasa Apsos were virtually impossible to buy. Happily these very precious dogs, and the equally prized Tibetan Terrier, spread to other parts of the world, mainly because the Dalai Lama. Tibet's ruler would present them to visiting foreign diplomats. The breed was first seen in Britain in the 1920's and was introduced to the US in the 1930's.
This is a hardy dog with a friendly, assertive, manner. Intelligent and lively, it makes a good pet, but it is naturally suspicious of strangers. Lhasa Apsos are spirited and devoted. These little dogs are affectionate with their masters, but they will not tolerate rough or badly behaved children. Some are willful and some are very obedient to their masters. This breed responds to motivational training. It should have a dominant owner. They are good watchdogs with a loud, persistent bark, which gives the impression to intruders of a much larger dog. The breed can be noisy and may be too nervous around children and strangers. They are inclined to fight if they are not the only dog in the house. They have a fine sense of hearing. These little dogs travel well . Lhasa Apso bitches make good mothers. They dislike being alone and can be snappish if surprised or peeved. They have a life expectancy of about 15 years.