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Breed Overview
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Havanese, affectionately known as "velcro dogs", seldom leave your side, and are smart and playful.
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What havanese Owners Say About Their havaneses
- My Havanese Peter is adorable. He's what I expected him to be. He is playful, loves to give you kisses, and feels at home the moment he comes to our life. And gets along with my other mixed lab dog.
- Our Havanese is such a fun-loving, social, accommodating creature. He had us at the first kiss! He's a gentle, affectionate, funny little guy.
- We absolutely love our Havanese puppy. She is healthy, cute, and smart. She is everything I have read about Havanese personalities; happy and playful, but not over the top. She barks, but only to tell us what she needs, not yappy. She is just four months old and already knows several words and sleeps through the night in her playpen.
Physical Characteristics
Females: 9 - 12 in
Males: 9 - 12 in
Females: 7 - 13 lbs
Males: 7 - 13 lbs
Brush Weekly, Trim Occasionally, Bathe as Needed
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About havaneses
The Havanese is an affectionate breed who loves to be closer to their owners. They are smart, easy to train, and are great companions. The Havanese is a small breed that doesn’t need a lot of space to roam. This, along with their lovable temperament, makes them great for both apartment dwellers and first-time pet owners. With silky hair instead of fur, they are allergy-friendly as well.
When Havanese aren't shadowing their family around the house or snuggled in your lap, they can be found performing tricks or working as therapy dogs. Though the Havanese was originally bred to accompany the Cuban aristocracy, these princely pups don't mind clowning around - they love pulling toilet paper off the roll and sprinting around the house and full speed.
Havanese are easy to train and remarkably intelligent breed. They are seldom aggressive and need little exercise, but they do require regular grooming sessions to look their best. A wonderfully happy breed, the Havanese is a terrific addition to any family looking for a sweet, well-mannered companion.
havanese Health
The small and spirited Havanese is an overall healthy breed with an average life expectancy of 13-15 years. Most Havanese will not encounter these health concerns, but it is important to monitor them for any physical or behavioral changes. Always contact your veterinarian with any concerns. Most vets will most likely recommend running basic health screenings to diagnose or even rule out potential health risks associated with this breed.
Health Concerns
• Hip Dysplasia
• Patellar Luxation
• Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
• Legg-Calve-Perthes
Minor Health Concerns
• Deafness
• Dental Disease
Suggested Screenings
• BAER Testing
• Eye Exam
• Hip X-ray
• Knee Exam
Routine Care
• Neuter or Spay
• Regular Dental Exams
havanese Care
Havanese puppies don't shed much, but they do require regular and frequent grooming to keep their coats free of debris, tangles, and matting. Like many small companion breeds, Havanese puppies are a little harder to house-train than other breeds.
As moderately active little dogs, Havanese puppies need daily exercise but don't need much. With the proper outlets to burn energy, they are more than content to cuddle on your lap or play indoors.
They don't eat much, they adore attention and their exercise requirements are minimal (a daily walk is perfect). However, Havanese ownership does come with a few challenges, namely house training, grooming, barking, and separation anxiety. The best thing you can do to minimize these challenges is to 1.) start training early and 2.) spend as much time as you can with your Havanese.