LEGS - FORELEGS STRAIGHT, BOTH FORELEGS AND HIND LEGS HEAVILY FURNISHED WITH HAIR.
There should be no discussion of the front legs without mention of the shoulder assembly. The lengths from point of shoulder to elbow and point of shoulder to withers are equal. Proper shoulder placement is essential for support and balance, with smooth transition from neck to backline, and prominent prosternum. From elbow to pastern the leg should appear straight when viewed from the front. The feet may, however, turn out slightly, when viewed from the side, the pasterns are slightly let down. The rear construction of the Lhasa Apso is that of normal canine structure, with adequate angulation and placement, hocks perpendicular to the ground and slightly behind the buttocks. The front and rear angulation should be in balance, providing well-matched reach and drive.