Affectionate
Gentle
Playful
Companionable
Intelligent
Responsive
Sturdy
Lively
Amiable
Charming

Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Spirited
Keen

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

Wirelsh Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Bichon Tenerife, Blanquito de le Habana

Welsh Terrier and Wire Fox Terrier

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1700s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Brindle
Sable
Silver

Black
Brown

Havaneses are known for their coat length.

Wirelsh Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Wiry

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 Wirelsh Terrier can have a litter of 4-6 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.

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

Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Seizures

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)

Allergies

Eye
Hip
Hearing
Heart
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Eyes
Blood Analysis
Wellness Check

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

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

Havaneses require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Wirelsh Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Wirelsh Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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.

Wirelsh 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 Wirelsh Terrier, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Havanese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Wirelsh Terriers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Wirelsh 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 Wirelsh Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 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.

The average per month expenses of a Wirelsh 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.

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

Wirelsh Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Wirelsh Terriers are not cat friendly.

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

Wirelsh 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.

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

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.

Wirelsh Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.