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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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

Happy
Dominant
Protective
Affectionate
Intelligent
Quiet

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

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Havaneses make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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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 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
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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1800s

Toy (AKC:1996)
Companion (UKC)

Sporting (AKC:1878)
Gundog (UKC)

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Brindle
Sable
Silver

Brown
Red

Havaneses are known for their coat length.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever can have a litter of 10-13 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.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers 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

Hip Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts

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

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Havaneses require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Havanese minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

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

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers 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.

While Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard 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

Walk, Run, Fetch

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.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever, it's at least 14 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.

In general most Chesapeake Bay Retrievers usually need at least 90 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.

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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

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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 65-80 pound (29 - 36 kg) Chesapeake Bay Retriever feed 2.8 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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 are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers 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.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers 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.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers 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.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers 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.

Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.