Active
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Trainable
Fearless
Good-natured
Faithful
Instinctual

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Steady
Spirited
Assertive
Easygoing

Rottles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Lhateses are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Rottles make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Avoid Lhateses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Germany

United States

Poodle, Rottweiler

Lhasa Apso, Maltese

1980s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Blue
White
Pied

Gray
White

Rottles have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Lhateses have medium-length coats.

Curly

Straight

A Rottle can have a litter of 8-12 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 Lhatese 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.

Rottles are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Lhateses are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Patellar Luxation
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Hypoglycemia
Eye Problems
Kidney Problems
Reverse Sneezing
Collapsed Trachea

Sebaceous Adenitis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Skin Disorders

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Cardiac Ultrasound
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
DNA

Eye Tests

Rottle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Lhatese has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Lhateses need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Rottles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Lhateses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Rottles bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Lhatese dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Rottles 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.

Lhateses 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 Rottle, it's at least 14 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 Lhatese, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Rottles usually need at least 90 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 Lhateses usually need at least 60 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 Rottle requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Lhateses require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-100 pound (27 - 45 kg) Rottle feed 3.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Lhatese feed 1 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 Rottle is somewhere $3.40 - $4.50 per day.

The average cost of a Lhatese is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Rottle is between $101 - $134. This makes an average of $1212 - $1608 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 Lhatese 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.

Rottle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Lhatese is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Rottle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Lhateses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Rottles are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Lhateses make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Rottles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Lhateses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Lhateses are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Rottles are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Lhateses are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Rottles are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Rottles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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