Havanese
Temperament
Affectionate, Responsive, Playful, Companionable, Gentle, Intelligent, Affectionate, Funny, Friendly, Playful, Brave, Curious, Gentle, Loyal, Smart, Loves, Quiet, Shy, Athletic, Independent, Couch, DtwoD Required, Unknown with Cats, Known Adverse Behaviors, Easy Going, Loving, Submissive, Sweet, Happy, Energetic, Eight To Nine Months Old, Needs A Playful Doggie Companion In Her New Home, Eight Months Old, Dignified, Love To Cuddle, Protective, Loves People, Affection Motivated, Cuddle Bug, Eager to Please, Good with Dogs, Leans in, Lap Dog, Mellow, Seeks Affection, Gentle Soft mouth, Silly Playful, Joyful, Loves Toys And A Good Sweater, Good with Cats, Good with Kids, Housetrained, Bonded, Not Good with Cats
Weight
7 - 13 lbs
Height
8.5 - 11.5 inches
Life Span
14 - 15 years
Breed Group
Toy
Bred For
Companionship
Origin
Kuba
Characteristics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the temperament of a Havanese?
Affectionate, Responsive, Playful, Companionable, Gentle, Intelligent, Affectionate, Funny, Friendly, Playful, Brave, Curious, Gentle, Loyal, Smart, Loves, Quiet, Shy, Athletic, Independent, Couch, DtwoD Required, Unknown with Cats, Known Adverse Behaviors, Easy Going, Loving, Submissive, Sweet, Happy, Energetic, Eight To Nine Months Old, Needs A Playful Doggie Companion In Her New Home, Eight Months Old, Dignified, Love To Cuddle, Protective, Loves People, Affection Motivated, Cuddle Bug, Eager to Please, Good with Dogs, Leans in, Lap Dog, Mellow, Seeks Affection, Gentle Soft mouth, Silly Playful, Joyful, Loves Toys And A Good Sweater, Good with Cats, Good with Kids, Housetrained, Bonded, Not Good with Cats
How much exercise does a Havanese need?
They have a moderate energy level and benefit from daily walks and play sessions.
How often should I groom my Havanese?
They need regular but basic grooming such as weekly brushing.
How do I train a Havanese?
The Havanese has moderate trainability and benefits from consistent, positive training approaches.
Care Requirements
They have a moderate energy level and benefit from daily walks and play sessions.
They need regular but basic grooming such as weekly brushing.
Moderately trainable with consistent methods
They are excellent with children and often form strong bonds with them.
About the Havanese
The Havanese is a wonderful dog breed with unique characteristics. Hunderasse
Breed Purpose
Companionship
Temperament
Affectionate, Responsive, Playful, Companionable, Gentle, Intelligent, Affectionate, Funny, Friendly, Playful, Brave, Curious, Gentle, Loyal, Smart, Loves, Quiet, Shy, Athletic, Independent, Couch, DtwoD Required, Unknown with Cats, Known Adverse Behaviors, Easy Going, Loving, Submissive, Sweet, Happy, Energetic, Eight To Nine Months Old, Needs A Playful Doggie Companion In Her New Home, Eight Months Old, Dignified, Love To Cuddle, Protective, Loves People, Affection Motivated, Cuddle Bug, Eager to Please, Good with Dogs, Leans in, Lap Dog, Mellow, Seeks Affection, Gentle Soft mouth, Silly Playful, Joyful, Loves Toys And A Good Sweater, Good with Cats, Good with Kids, Housetrained, Bonded, Not Good with Cats
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