Dog Breed

Havanese

cheerful • social • intelligent • playful

OrigineCuba
Espérance de vie14-16 years
Poids3-6 kg
Niveau d'énergiemoderate

Quick Stats

Taillesmall
Poids3-6 kg
Espérance de vie14-16 years
Niveau d'énergiemoderate
Toilettagehigh
Éducabilitéeasy
OrigineCuba
Tempérament
cheerfulsocialintelligentplayful

Présentation

The Havanese is the national dog of Cuba and the only breed native to the island. These cheerful, social dogs are known for their silky coat, springy gait, and love of performing tricks and entertaining their families.

Compatibilité

Enfants
Excellent
Autres chiens
Excellent
Chats
Bon
Vie en appartement
Excellent

Guide de soins

Havanese need regular grooming for their long coat and thrive on companionship. They are excellent trick learners and enjoy mental stimulation. They do not tolerate being left alone for long periods.

Besoins en exercice

Moderate daily walks and play. They enjoy activities but are not demanding of exercise.

Toilettage

Daily brushing for long coats to prevent matting. Many owners choose a shorter cut. Professional grooming every 6-8 weeks.

Problèmes de santé

patellar luxation
heart murmurs
cataracts
deafness

Faits amusants

🐶Havanese are called "Velcro dogs" because they stick so close to their owners.
🐶They were popular with Cuban aristocracy and their name comes from Havana.
🐶Ernest Hemingway had a Havanese while living in Cuba.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Havanese hypoallergenic?
Their low-shedding coat makes them a good choice for allergy sufferers. Regular grooming reduces allergens further.
Can Havanese be left alone?
They strongly dislike being alone and can develop separation anxiety. They do best with constant companionship.
Are Havanese easy to train?
Very easy to train. They love learning tricks and are eager to please.
Are Havanese good with children?
Excellent with children of all ages. They are sturdy enough for play and gentle in nature.

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