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.

Unfortunately, the Bull Chow Terrier is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Gentle
Playful
Companionable
Intelligent
Responsive
Sturdy
Lively
Amiable
Charming

Active
Aloof
Independent
Protective
Intelligent
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Keen
Quiet
Detached

Havaneses shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Bull Chow Terriers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Cuba

United States

Bichon Tenerife, Blanquito de le Habana

Bull Terrier, Chow Chow

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1700s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Brindle
Sable
Silver

Red
Black
White

Havaneses are known for their coat length.

Bull Chow Terriers have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Straight

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.

A Bull Chow Terrier can have a litter of 3-6 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 highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Bull Chow Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Havanese breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Bull Chow Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Diabetes
Dry Eye
Atopy

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism

Eye
Hip
Hearing
Heart
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Eye Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests
Complete Blood Count
Thyroid Panel

Havanese has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Bull Chow Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Playing, Playing fetch, Tug-of-war

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.

Bull Chow Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bull Chow Terrier, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Bull Chow Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
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.

For an average 55-70 pound (25 - 32 kg) Bull Chow Terrier feed 3 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 cost of a Bull Chow Terrier is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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.

The average per month expenses of a Bull Chow Terrier is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Bull Chow Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Havaneses make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Bull Chow Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Havaneses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Bull Chow Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Havaneses are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Bull Chow Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Havaneses are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Bull Chow Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Havaneses are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Bull Chow Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

The Havanese is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Bull Chow Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.