Havanese Breed Guide

Havanese Quick Stats:

Other Common Names:
Bichon Havanais

Description:
The Havanese is a small dog covered in long wavy or curly hair. His tail is carried curled over his back.

Country of Origin:
The Havanese originated in Cuba

Height:
The Havanese ranges from 8 to 11 inches (20-28 cm).

Weight:
The Havanese weighs 7 to 13 pounds (3-6 kg).

Colors:
The Havanese comes in many colors including cream, gold, silver, champagne, tan, blue, black, parti-color and tri-colored.

Coat:
The Havanese has a long whispy coat that tufts out towards extremities.

Temperament:
The Havanese is gentle, responsive and enjoys pleasing people. They become very attached to their families. Havanese are social and cheerful and get along with everyone including dogs, cats and other pets. This breed is very affectionate and intelligent and it learns well.

Health Concerns:
Though an overall healthy breed, the Havanese are prone to progressive retinal atrophy, cataracts, luxating patellas, poodle eye and dry skin.

Life Expectancy:
Havanese can be expected to live 14 to 15 years.

Living Environment:
The Havanese does well living in an apartment and can do well with a moderate amount of exercise.

AKC Group:
The Havanese is in the Toy Group.

Havanese

Affable, affectionate and intelligent




 
 

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