Affectionate
Gentle
Playful
Companionable
Intelligent
Responsive
Sturdy
Lively
Amiable
Charming

Calm
Nonaggressive
Reserved
Cheerful
Quiet
Trainable

Cuba

Czech Republic

Bichon Tenerife, Blanquito de le Habana

scottish, sealyham, dandie dinmont terriers

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

American Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association
Continental Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale

1700s

1940s

Toy (AKC:1996)
Companion (UKC)

Terrier (AKC:2011 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Brindle
Sable
Silver

Brown
Gray

Havaneses are known for their coat length.

Cesky Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Cesky Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 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.

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

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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)

Scottie Cramp
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Eye
Hip
Hearing
Heart
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Blood
Heart
Physical Examination
Biopsy

Havaneses are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Cesky Terriers are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Cesky Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Havaneses require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Cesky Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Havaneses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Cesky Terriers are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Havanese dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Cesky Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Havanese dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Cesky Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

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

Walking

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.

In general most Cesky Terriers usually need at least 45 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 requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Cesky Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Cesky 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

Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
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 13-23 pound (6 - 10 kg) Cesky Terrier feed 2.3 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 Cesky Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Cesky Terrier is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Cesky Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Havaneses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Cesky Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Cesky Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Cesky Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Cesky Terriers are not dog-friendly.

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

Cesky Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Cesky Terriers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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.

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