Absolute Lhasa Love
- Jefferson, NY
- Responds within an hour
Available puppies
Phillip
11 weeks old · Male
Phineas
11 weeks old · Male
Ryan
2 months old · Male
Donatello
4 months old · Male
Splinter
4 months old · Male
Sticks
4 months old · Female
Tails
4 months old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Ruth D., the breeder behind Absolute Lhasa Love located in Jefferson, NY. My husband, I, & our 7 children are an important part of our socialization & training process. We raise our Lhasa Apso puppies with our family, from 1 week of age they are snuggled, played with, cuddled, loved, and socialized by our family of 9. Our household is active, noisy and typical of most people's homes. Our puppies leave here well adjusted, social, and ready to be part of a family. Whether you have young children, older children, or it's just you and a spouse/significant other, or if you're single, these pups leave here so well adjusted that they become part of your family with ease. Starting from a week old we handle our pups, this includes touching toes, ears, around eyes, and mouths, this ensures that your puppy is a delight at the groomer. We trim nails, and bottoms to get them used to the typical aspects of Lhasa care. We have gone the extra mile and have DNA Tested all of our Lhasa Apso parent dogs and we have tested negative for all 267 genetic defects that a dog can carry. We care about the Life of our puppies and don't breed dogs without perfect genetics.
Q. & A. with Ruth
Why did you start breeding?
When I had my eldest son, I got my first Lhasa. I was just so awestruck by the incredible attributes of the breed and wanted to be a part of keeping this amazing breed available for other's to enjoy. Breeding would also allow me to be a stay at home mom & homeschool my children. We're home a lot, which gives us the time & ability to pour ourselves into & better socialize our babies.What makes your program special?
We are a family environment. We put our hearts into what we do. Our dogs are our pets. They are not just "breeders". If I could only pick one thing that sets us apart from the breeding world, it's the love that goes into what we do. Our children love these dogs, as do we. You can feel it when you get a puppy from us. Our puppies are social, happy, bouncy, and so sweet!Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Michelangelo
Went homeMale
April
Went homeFemale
Leonardo
Went homeMale
Raphael
Went homeMale
Knuckles
Went homeMale
Amy
Went homeFemale
Sonic
Went homeMale
Castle
Went homeMale
Beckett
Went homeFemale
Jenny
Went homeFemale
Lettie
Went homeFemale
Charity
Went homeFemale
Anne
Went homeFemale
Eugene
Went homeMale
Billy
Went homeMale
Mary
Went homeFemale
Freddy
Went homeMale
Aunt Bea
Went homeFemale
Helen
Ready now1 year old · Female
Clara
Went homeFemale
Jay
Went homeMale
Zane
Went homeMale
Pixal
Went homeFemale
Lloyd
Went homeMale
Cole
Went homeMale
Tink
Went homeFemale
Silvermist
Went homeFemale
Fawn
Went homeFemale
Rosetta
Went homeFemale
Bobble
Went homeMale
Clank
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Ruth
Ruth has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
"Our price includes the puppy, of course, AKC registration, a puppy starter pack, a printout of puppy training tips, a canine health record card with dewormings, and vaccine listed, we also make a little birth certificate for each puppy with their paw prints on it from when they're born, their birth weight, birth time, as well as gender and who their parents are on it. My deposits are non refundable unless, God forbid, something happened to your puppy here."
Contract & health guarantee
Ruth may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Ruth offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Ruth directly.
What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Ruth.
Breeder's location
Meet in Jefferson, NY
3800 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Albany Airport
3757 miles away
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Meet in Glens Falls, NY
3726 miles away
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More about Ruth
Club memberships
Ruth is a member of AKC .
Ruth has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Ruth was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Ruth is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Absolute Lhasa Love meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Litter and program updates
- RD
Ruth D.
Litter update on 29 Dec 2025 •…Oh my goodness. This week's photo shoot was so fun! Tails was so adorable. He is just such a playful puppy. The whole time I was doing his pictures he was rolling, around showing me his belly, hamming it up for the camera, and just being overall joyful. In two weeks he will be able to go home with a forever family should somebody want to make him a part of theirs. And I can tell you I will miss his antics. Such a cutie.
Zane and Anna's litter
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Ruth D.
Litter update on 29 Dec 2025 •…Tink, Rosetta, and Silvermist are all doing fantastic. They are about to receive their final vaccination and will be able to go for walks out in the road. They have all been fully dewormed. We have their rabies appointment set up for January 9th. These beautiful girls are busy growing and learning right now. Tink has really taken to taking treats gently. She's so sweet and gentle in the way she removes a treat from your fingers. Such a good little girl. All three girls are doing a great job with their house training and crate training. We're having very few accidents if any. They are a delight to be groomed. Tink especially enjoys being groomed. Rosetta loves her bath time. Silver mist is great for baths and grooming although she definitely doesn't like it as much as her sisters. These sweet little girls are still looking for a forever family. If you would like to make one of them a part of yours, reach out.
Zane and Stella's litter
- RD
Ruth D.
Litter update on 21 Nov 2025 •…Tink, Rosetta, and Silvermist just received their second vaccination, their 12-week vaccination. Setting up their rabies appointment in the next couple of weeks as soon as the vet has an open appointment. These girls are growing so fast and are so sweet!!
Zane and Stella's litter
- RD
Ruth D.
Litter update on 18 Nov 2025 •…In 19 years of breeding, I've never had this happen! Two mamas with different due dates having their babies on the same day!! Incredible!! Maggie was due the 20th and Anna was due the 15th. Anna went two days over, Maggie went a few days early and they had their babies on the same day. Maggie had her in the morning and Anna had her in the evening!! Absolutely amazing!! A first for me!
Ollie and Maggie's litter
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Ruth D.
Litter update on 18 Nov 2025 •Our sweet girl Anna did it!! 5 healthy babies delivered!
Zane and Anna's litter
- RD
Ruth D.
Litter update on 18 Nov 2025 •Our incredible Maggie did it!! 6 gorgeous puppies!!
Ollie and Maggie's litter
- RD
Ruth D.
Litter update on 30 Oct 2025 •Only 4 sweet and precious girls still available from Stella and Zane's litter. They're 8 weeks old now and so ready to meet their forever families!!
Zane and Stella's litter
- RD
Ruth D.
Litter update on 21 Oct 2025 •…Almost 8 weeks old! Tink, Silvermist, Rosetta, and Fawn. Such sweet girls. They got to check out the playpen today! They were pretty excited and nervous about the new space they've unlocked. Lol.
Zane and Stella's litter
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Ruth D.
Litter update on 21 Oct 2025 •8 weeks old today. Jeanette and Simon. So ready for their forever families.
Simba and DEWBY's litter
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Ruth D.
Litter update on 13 Oct 2025 •Kira's last baby. So ready for his forever family!!
Simba and Kira's litter
Parent dogs
Stella, mom
Lhasa Apso
About Stella
Stella is such a sweet girl. She has personality plus. She is so good with my kids and so lovable. She's a total lap dog, and would spend the entire day in your lap if you would let her. Her puppies are going to be so socialized and good with kids. Stella has been DNA tested and has none of the 267 known genetic defects that dogs can carry. She's had her vet check ups as well and has a great bill of health from the vet too. Stella is AKC registered
Uploaded health tests
Wisdom Panel.Ivy, mom
Lhasa Apso
About Ivy
Ivy is sweet and gentle with a wonderful personality. She's a huge fan of kids and loves my 2 year old.
Uploaded health tests
Wisdom Panel.DEWBY, mom
Lhasa Apso
About DEWBY
Dewby is my girl. She's been such a joy to have in our lives. She's a total peach. She's a snuggly girl but also very playful. She also has her independent side and is quite content just finding a spot to take a nap and chilling out across the room. She's my winter foot warmer too. If I'm sitting on the couch, I can guarantee she'll find me and sit directly on my feet. She's so loyal. Dewberry has been DNA tested and has none of the 267 known genetic defects that dogs can carry. She's had her vet check ups as well and has a great bill of health from the vet too. Dewberry is AKC registered
Uploaded health tests
Wisdom Panel.Maggie, mom
Lhasa Apso
About Maggie
Maggie is a great dog. She is very playful and rambunctious and if there's someone getting into something, she's right there to help. She's a very social dog and enjoys every member of our family. Maggie has been DNA tested and has none of the 267 known genetic defects that dogs can carry. She's had her vet check ups as well and has a great bill of health from the vet too. Maggie is AKC registered
Uploaded health tests
Wisdom Panel.Anna, mom
Lhasa Apso
About Anna
Anna has a very sweet disposition and is just so gentle and wonderful. She's an incredible mother and trains her babies quickly. She is a very observant girl too. Always keeping an eye on what's going on. Very smart and alert. Anna has been DNA tested and has none of the 267 known genetic defects that dogs can carry. She's had her vet check ups as well and has a great bill of health from the vet too. Anna is AKC registered
Uploaded health tests
Wisdom Panel.Zane, dad
Lhasa Apso
About Zane
Zane is a funny, playful and hilarious boy. His favorite thing to do is run across the yard as fast as possible with my 11-year-old son. He gets the zoomies on a regular basis. He's a best buddy to my 11 year old son and they have such a good time together.
Uploaded health tests
Wisdom Panel.Simba, dad
Lhasa Apso
About Simba
Simba is my gentle giant. I love this guy so much. He has such a sweet personality for a siring male. None of the peaky habits because he's not fixed. He loves to cuddle and he's so sensitive. Just hands down one of the best male Lhasa I've ever had. Simba has been DNA tested and has none of the 267 known genetic defects that dogs can carry. He's had his vet check ups as well and has a great bill of health from the vet too. Simba is AKC registered
Uploaded health tests
Wisdom Panel.Bella, mom
Lhasa Apso
About Bella
Bella is the queen around here. You can see it in the way she prances through the house to go out for her walk, in her massive bin of toys that no other dogs are allowed to touch, and her plopping onto the furniture. Bella has been my daughter's best friend since she was about 7. They're inseparable. Bella has been DNA tested and has none of the 267 known genetic defects that dogs can carry. She's had her vet check ups as well and has a great bill of health from the vet too. Bella is AKC registered
Uploaded health tests
Wisdom Panel.Elsa, mom
Lhasa Apso
About Elsa
Elsa is a total ham. She's hilarious and fun and she brings us so much joy. She has the cutest way of sleeping on her back and just stretching all the way out. She's such a good mama too. Elsa has been DNA tested and has none of the 267 known genetic defects that dogs can carry. She's had her vet check ups as well and has a great bill of health from the vet too. Elsa is AKC registered
Uploaded health tests
Wisdom Panel.Ollie, dad
Lhasa Apso
About Ollie
Ollie is a total goofball and a spitfire. He's both hilarious and cuddly in the most adorable package ever. When we carry him outside for his walk, he's just pressed into our neck, tail going 90 mph. He loves toys. You don't often see Ollie without a toy in his mouth. Ollie has been DNA tested and has none of the 267 known genetic defects that dogs can carry. He's had his vet check ups as well and has a great bill of health from the vet too. Ollie is AKC registered
Uploaded health tests
Wisdom Panel.Dove, mom
Lhasa Apso
About Dove
Dove is an energetic, playful, cuddly goofball. She is my daughter's buddy and spends most of the day with and around her. She's very outgoing and ready to play. Dove has been DNA tested and has none of the 267 known genetic defects that dogs can carry. She's had her vet check ups as well and has a great bill of health from the vet too. Dove is AKC registered
Uploaded health tests
Wisdom Panel.Kira, mom
Lhasa Apso
About Kira
Kira is a sweet and gentle little girl. her favorite things in life are snuggling with my daughter and playing with her toys. She loves to lay in the classic Lhasa sploot. Lol. So precious and funny!
Excellent health testing
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Parent health testing
Absolute Lhasa Love reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Lhasa Apsos.
Wisdom Panel
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Ruth to bring home their puppies.
Joan M.
Verified owner · Jan. 2026
Ruth has been wonderful through this whole process. She is very knowledgeable about this breed and offers additional information when bringing a new puppy home. She has been quick to respond to any questions I've had. I'm so happy with our new fur baby Bandit (formerly Raphael). She puts out beautiful and healthy pups. I highly recommend!
Kerri M.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
Working with Ruth was a great experience! She was very responsive when I had questions, sent lots of photos of my pup (Oliver) before I picked him up and has checked in with me since bringing him home. We met Ruthie and her family at the Albany airport for pickup, saving us almost 3 hours of driving. Very happy with the entire experience!
N S.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
We couldn’t be happier with our experience getting our Lhasa Apso puppy from Absolute Lhasa Love! From the very beginning, they were professional, kind, and knowledgeable about the breed. We were able to visit our puppy at their location, meeting our puppy’s mom and dad, and seeing the environment where our our puppy was born. Ruth and her family clearly care deeply about their dogs and it shows in every aspect of how they run their program. The puppies are clean, well-fed, and well adjusted to the sounds of a busy house-hold. Our puppy came home healthy, well-socialized, and already comfortable with basic routines thanks to the early care and training provided. Ruth gave us regular updates, photos, and a little “puppy starter pack” with food, bowls, a leash, toys, and a blanket that smelled like her mom and littermates. What really impressed us was how much time Ruth took to make sure the puppy was a good fit for our family and our elder dog. Ruth has remained in touch with us since our puppy came home, answering questions and checking in. That level of care is greatly appreciated. Our Lhasa Apso has the sweetest temperament and is such a joyful, playful addition to our lives. We’re so grateful to Absolute Lhasa Love for raising such a loving, healthy dog.
Jeff S.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
We are absolutely in love with our new dog, Zoe. Ruthie is a top notch breeder, and you can absolutely tell that they go the extra mile in caring and training the puppies. Zoe took to puppy pads immediately, and she has taken to our Maltese, Oliver, and they have become quick playmates. Zoe is pretty easy during the night, even though she is a "new baby", and she loves to cuddle and play with toys. Ruthie kept us posted all during the weeks we were waiting for Zoe, with lots of pictures and videos. We enjoyed meeting the entire family when we picked up Zoe, and the kids are a delight. I completely recommend Ruthie and Absolute Lhasa Love!
Marlene A.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
I purchase Kira and Simba’s baby YI aka my sweet Rosie Divaaaaaaaa she is the best puppy one can ask for she I notice she uses the pee pee pads better than the litter box but she is starting to get comfortable outside to go pee and poop she loves my two year old baby boy there are typically babies lol I look forward to getting Rosie another sibling In the next two years and I will definitely be coming back to Ruth to purchase another fur baby/ baby sister for Rosie
Chris N.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
Absolutely a wonderful experience working with Ruthie to get the family’s pup. Incredibly responsive, genuine and thoughtful and thorough. All around highly recommend working with Ruthie to get a Lhasa Apso. You can tell by my dog’s behavior that he was raised well during his first few weeks of life and Ruthie and her family did a great job caring for him before he came home. Just had my pup’s first vet visit and he is one healthy guy! Highly recommend Ruthie.
