Lhasa Apso rescue dogs and puppies for adoption and rehoming in the UK

Lhasa Apsos and Lhasa Apso crosses looking for new homes with rescues and rehoming centres across the UK, gathered in one place. Adult Lhasa Apsos are usually small dogs, though crosses can vary.

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Buddy, lhasa apso cross for adoption in Canford MagnaNEW

Buddy

8 years • Male • Lhasa Apso Cross

Smalllow energy
Waggy Tails Rescue

In foster near Canford Magna

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Frank, boston lhasa for adoption in Perth

Frank

2 years • Male • Boston Lhasa

Smallhigh energy
Perthshire Abandoned Dogs Society· Perth
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Lhasa Apsos across the UK right now

3 lhasa apsos are listed across the UK today, with 3 rescues. By age: 2 adult dogs and 1 older dog. The newest was added on 3 November 2026.

  • Barnsley Animal Rescue Charity at Barnsley: 1 lhasa apso
  • Perthshire Abandoned Dogs Society at Perth: 1 lhasa apso
  • Waggy Tails Rescue at Canford Magna: 1 lhasa apso

Breed labels on rescue listings are often a best guess, and every dog is an individual. Read the profile, then ask the rescue about the dog’s history, what they can live with and the home they need.

Lhasa Apso health and care

SizeSmall
ExerciseUp to 1 hour per day
GroomingEvery day
Coat lengthLong
ShedsNo
LifespanOver 12 years

Common Lhasa Apso health concerns

Breed-associated conditions worth asking any rescue about before you adopt. A rescue dog's parents may not have been health tested, so ask the rescue what vet checks the dog has had.

Progressive retinal atrophy

The Royal Kennel Club lists a DNA test for progressive retinal atrophy (PRA4) among the health tests it asks Lhasa Apso breeders to do before breeding.

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Lhasa Apso →

Inherited eye conditions

The Royal Kennel Club asks Lhasa Apso breeders to have their dogs eye tested under the BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme before breeding.

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Lhasa Apso →

Editorial summary for adopters, not medical advice. Ask the rescue about a specific dog's health, and speak to your vet for individual guidance.

Lhasa Apsos in the UK: your questions

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How many rescue Lhasa Apsos are available for adoption in the UK?

As of 8 November 2026, 3 Lhasa Apsos are listed for adoption in the UK on LocalPetFinder, from Barnsley Animal Rescue Charity, Perthshire Abandoned Dogs Society and Waggy Tails Rescue. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

Which rescues across the UK have Lhasa Apsos right now, and how old are they?

As of 8 November 2026, Barnsley Animal Rescue Charity (at Barnsley): 1, Perthshire Abandoned Dogs Society (at Perth): 1 and Waggy Tails Rescue (at Canford Magna): 1. By age, that is 2 adult dogs and 1 older dog. The newest was added on 3 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

Where can I adopt a Lhasa Apso in the UK?

With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Lhasa Apsos on this page are with Barnsley Animal Rescue Charity (1), Perthshire Abandoned Dogs Society (1) and Waggy Tails Rescue (1). Open a profile and apply to that rescue: each one runs its own application, home check and adoption fee. We don't rehome animals ourselves.

What size is a Lhasa Apso?

Small, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Lhasa Apso.

How long do Lhasa Apsos live?

Over 12 years, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Lhasa Apso.

How much exercise does a Lhasa Apso need?

Up to 1 hour per day, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Ask the rescue how much exercise this dog is used to. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Lhasa Apso.

How much grooming does a Lhasa Apso need?

Every day, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Coat: long. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Lhasa Apso.

Do Lhasa Apsos shed?

No: The Royal Kennel Club lists the Lhasa Apso as a breed that does not shed. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Lhasa Apso.

What health problems do Lhasa Apsos have?

The Royal Kennel Club lists breeder health tests for progressive retinal atrophy and inherited eye conditions. A rescue dog's parents may not have been health tested, so ask the rescue what vet checks the dog has had. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Lhasa Apso.

What health tests are there for the Lhasa Apso?

The Royal Kennel Club lists a DNA test for progressive retinal atrophy (PRA4) among the health tests it asks Lhasa Apso breeders to do before breeding. Inherited eye conditions: The Royal Kennel Club asks Lhasa Apso breeders to have their dogs eye tested under the BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme before breeding. Ask the rescue whether it knows of any test results for the dog or its parents. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Lhasa Apso.

Are Lhasa Apsos good with children?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. Most of the 3 Lhasa Apsos listed in the UK today don't say either way, so ask the rescue. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the dog could live with.

Are Lhasa Apsos good with cats?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. None of the 3 Lhasa Apsos listed in the UK is marked by its rescue as able to live with cats today. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue.

Are Lhasa Apsos good with other dogs?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. Today the rescues mark 1 of the 3 Lhasa Apsos listed in the UK as able to live with other dogs. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue.

Are there Lhasa Apso crosses for adoption in the UK?

Yes: 1 listing of the 3 Lhasa Apsos in the UK names a cross or mix in the rescue's breed label, such as Lhasa Apso Cross (1). Breed labels on rescue listings are often a best guess, so read each profile.

How much does it cost to adopt a Lhasa Apso in the UK?

Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months and £275 for a puppy under six months, Dogs Trust charges £300 for a puppy or adult dog in England, Wales and Scotland, and Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over and £335 for dogs aged 1 to 7. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.

Are there Lhasa Apso puppies for sale in the UK?

No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Lhasa Apso on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. Rescues rehome animals rather than selling them, usually for an adoption fee: for example, Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months and £275 for a puppy under six months, and Dogs Trust £300. The fee usually goes towards vet work already done, such as neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations. If you searched "lhasa apso puppies for sale", the Lhasa Apsos here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price.

Where can I buy a Lhasa Apso, and should I?

Not here: we only list dogs with rescues, so every Lhasa Apso on this page is adopted for the rescue's fee, which usually covers vet work already done. Whether to buy is your choice. Adopting means the rescue can tell you what it knows about the dog's history and health before you apply. If you decide to buy, Dogs Trust's breed guides suggest talking to your vet first: they say some practices offer pre-purchase consultations on likely health conditions and rough costs.

Can I get a free Lhasa Apso to a good home in the UK, or one under £500?

Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Many rescue fees are under £500: Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over. An animal offered "free to a good home" is usually a private advert rather than a rescue. All dogs in the UK must be microchipped by 8 weeks old, and in England, Wales and Scotland a dog can't pass to a new keeper until it is chipped, so ask to see the microchip details.

Are there Lhasa Apso puppies for adoption in the UK?

Not right now: none of the 3 listed in the UK is under a year old by its listed age. Puppies do get listed, so check back or look at the adults, whose rescues can tell you much more about their character.

Are there older Lhasa Apsos for adoption in the UK?

Yes: 1 of the 3 listed in the UK is aged 7 or over by their listed age. Some rescues charge less for older dogs: Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over.

Is there a Lhasa Apso rescue near me?

This page lists every Lhasa Apso with the rescues we list across the UK, each with its town. For a city, see Lhasa Apsos in Belfast, Birmingham, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Brighton and Hove, Bristol, Canterbury, Cardiff, Carlisle, Dumfries and Galloway, Edinburgh, Exeter, Glasgow, Ipswich, Kendal, Kingston upon Hull, Leeds, Lincoln, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Middlesbrough, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northampton, Norwich, Nottingham, Oxford, Peterborough, Plymouth, Portsmouth, Preston, Sheffield, Stoke-on-Trent, Swansea, Truro and Worcester. You can also search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page to see what is closest to you.

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