The finest study on the breed available! This original version is a great compilation of information, obviously the result of years of research motivated by a love of this unique breed.

From a review by Jean Kausch Fergus, published in June/July 1979 Lhasa Apso Reporter:

The Complete Lhasa Apso by Norman and Carolyn Herbel, has just been released by Howell Book House. It is an amazing 304 page work. The quality of the paper, photo reproduction (over 300 pictures) and type make it a work of art. And the deep and intimate knowledge of the authors; long association with the breed is readily apparent. It is presented in an hones, factual way with no bias for or against any line (always a consideration when a successful breeder writes a book on his or her own breed!) and a very complete overall picture of the breed and its history is presented including 17 pages of careful explanation of the breed standard that is both invaluable and thought provoking.

The photographs in the Herbel book also include many important dogs in our breed's foundation. However, the emphasis in text and photos is on more recent winners, producers and history, giving the reader a more accurate yardstick by which to measure his own stock. The information in the text is very specific to the Lhasa, and includes up-to-date records on kennels, winners, producers, specialty show results and breed club accomplishments.