03/01/2022
The Havanese is a small dog with lots of hair, including a tail that curls up over its back. It is affectionate and happy, making it a great family companion.
Breed Group: Toy
Weight (lbs): 7-13
Height (in): 8-11
Colors: Cream, gold, silver, champagne, tan, blue, black, parti-color and tri-colored,including white.
Coat: The long, silky coat of the Havanese is beautiful, but requires regular brushing and care. Many owners prefer to clip it short, but if you want to show your dog, you'll have to let it grow long and invest a good amount of time in grooming, or money i
Character: Havanese dogs are very intelligent and lively. Always playful, they're great with kids.
Temperament: This breed gets along well with children and other pets. They also do well in large social situations.
Care: The Havanese requires frequent brushing and the hair is normally not clipped.
Training: This breed is eager to please, so positive reinforcement should be employed during training.
Activity: The Havanese needs a moderate amount of exercise, including short walks once or twice a day.
Health Issue: This breed is healthy and long-lived. They may be prone to progressive retinal atrophy, cataracts, luxating patellas, poodle eye, and dry skin.
Life Expectancy: 14-15