Lhasa Apso dogs were originally used as watchdogs (or alert dogs) in Tibetan monasteries and in the Himalayan mountains. (6/15) by Heather Vance October 22, 2020, 8:01 am Credit Heather Vance 0 Previous 6/15 Next View full list See more Previous article However, because of the origins of the Lhasa Apso, the breed as a whole is comfortable in colder climates. Next article Despite their ability to withstand cold weather, the Lhasa Apso dog truly prefers to be inside. Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.