Havanese Breed Information & Characteristics

The Havanese is a breed that has an average to high tendency to gain weight if their weight is not closely monitored. It is important to maintain a balance between exercise and food intake to keep them at a healthy weight. This can be achieved by scheduling at least one daily walk and engaging in regular playtime with them.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Havaneses are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Affectionate
Gentle
Playful
Companionable
Intelligent
Responsive
Sturdy
Lively
Amiable
Charming

Havanese will shed a negligible amount of hair. Some owners say that they do not shed, but that is not true. But the amount of shedding can be rather light than other dog breeds. If you do not want to deal with the hairs flying around in your home, then this breed is a perfect choice for you.

Havaneses are very good watchdogs. They are a vocal breed, and are wary of outsiders, so if someone approaches your home or aims to intrude, the Havanese is going to make sure everyone knows about it.

Cuba

Bichon Tenerife, Blanquito de le Habana

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Havanese Club of America

1700s

Toy (AKC:1996)
Companion (UKC)

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Brindle
Sable
Silver

The coat of a Havanese dog is generally known for its length.

Wavy

A Havanese can have a litter of 14-16 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Havaneses are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Havanese is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Cherry Eye
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Heart Murmur

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)

Eye
Hip
Hearing
Heart
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Eye Examination

For those who lead a balanced lifestyle, Havaneses may be a good choice as they have an average energy level.

Havanese have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Havanese is a breed that requires minimal physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

The Havanese breed is known for its moderate energy levels and normal sleep patterns, typically sleeping around 12-14 hours per day.

The Havanese is a breed of dog that is characterized by its minimal drooling, making it an ideal choice for people who dislike drool marks on their clothing.

Havanese dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

These dogs are known for their strong territorial instinct and protective nature. They will fiercely defend their territory and are highly alert and vigilant against any perceived threat to their home and family.

Bike ride, Go on Vacation, Walk, Run, Tug-of-war, Go to Park, Play, Chase, Fetch, High Five, Shake, Dog Parks, Eating Snacks, Shopping, Dressing up, Go to Beach, Frisbee, Heel, Speak, Brushing, Boat ride, Catch treats, Play keep away, Walking, Petting, Cuddling, Playing, Sit on lap, Groom, Sniff

Havaneses are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Havanese, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Havaneses usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Havanese is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Ideally, Havanese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Havanese feed 1.2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Havanese is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Havanese is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Havaneses has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Havanese is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Havaneses are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

A Havaneses typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Havaneses are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Havaneses are very friendly towards other dogs. This breed typically have a happy and affectionate temperament around dogs.

Havaneses are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

Havaneses are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Havanese for a mellower experience.

The Havanese is a breed of dog that is known for being very easy to train. They are highly intelligent and eager to please, which makes them a great choice for both experienced and novice dog owners.