His body is a bit longer than it is tall, and the tail is set high and arches over his back. The soft, wavy coat, which comes in many different colors, is sometimes "corded," or formed into dreadlocks. A Havanese's large, dark brown eyes seem to glint with a hint of mischief, cluing passersby in to his playful, intelligent nature.
The walk of the Havanese is distinctive in its bounciness; that spring in the step first manifests in puppies and doesn't disappear with age. Havanese puppies have a tendency to change colors, with their coats darkening, lightening, or changing hue entirely around 1 year old. Because of that, it's not always possible to predict what a puppy might look like as an adult.
Charming is an understatement when it comes to the Havanese. This smart, sweet, eager-to-please, and easy-to-train dog is a natural extrovert that loves entertaining. He's an excellent addition to a family and gets along well with children and pets of all sizes, including family cats. This dog's loving nature also makes him popular as a therapy dog and emotional support animal.
Despite his diminutive size, a Havanese has a confident bark and often alerts his family to anything he deems scary—including the mailman. Socializing a Havanese puppy early, plus lots of positive reinforcement training , will help him be comfortable around new people, animals, and in new situations. Havanese dogs will be happy in a studio apartment , a sprawling mansion, or anywhere in-between. They don't care so much about where they live—mostly, these sociable animals want to have others by their side and prefer being in a lap to pretty much any other place.
If left alone for long periods of time, a Havanese pup can get bored and barking can become an issue. Although, Neabore says this breed does tend to bark less than many other small dog breeds. The breed is an excellent choice for seniors, families, and anyone looking for a constant companion.
While the Havanese is energetic, he's not especially active—he generally gets the workout he needs just by bouncing around the house. Owners looking for canine camaraderie while hiking , backpacking, camping , and other outdoor endeavors may want to consider other options.
But these pups will like to stretch their legs on a daily minute walk or playtime in a fenced-in yard. As a long-haired dog, Havanese does need a regular grooming of their coat. They should be brushed and combed thoroughly at least twice a week, if not daily, to stop tangling and remove dead hair. Other people prefer to keep their Havanese groomed with a shorter hairstyle for convenience sake.
Short-haired Havanese does shed a little more. They are the AKC Havanese Parent Club for the breed and have a fantastic online resource with more information on these pups. Rescue shelters and puppy adoption organizations such as Havana Rescue Inc. Some breeders help with rehoming dogs as well. How much you pay will depend on the organization from next to nothing, to a donation or adoption fee to cover their costs as a nonprofit that has spent in caring for the dog in between re-homing.
Contact us: [email protected]. Share on facebook. Share on twitter. Share on linkedin. Share on pinterest. Share on google. Havanese dogs are small toy dogs that feature a long silky double coat. The coat can appear white, off-white, or any other canine hue. These dogs have a full muzzle and dark, expressive eyes. They have a long fluffy tail and floppy ears.
Their adorable appearance makes them popular with children as well as adults. The Havanese, like other bichon dogs, is a character. It enjoys performing tricks when trained to do so, and loves to cuddle with its companions. Because of its size and moderately low exercise needs, it makes a great pet for apartment living. The only con for this dog is its need for attention and dislike of being left alone.
It may develop anxiety and nervous habits if no one is around to keep it company during the day. Also, as a non-shedding dog, the Havanese is hypoallergenic and may be the ideal pet for people with allergies or asthma. The Havanese has a long silky coat that requires routine daily brushing to maintain its cleanliness and softness. It may be prone to tangles and matting when left unmaintained.
Many owners who want to forgo the daily brushing opt to have their Havanese dogs clipped. It does like to play at times indoors, which will also help owners keep it trim and fit.
The long, silky double coat of the Havanese requires daily grooming, but they shed very little. The Havanese is an alert watchdog, but can be accepting of strangers. She tends to be an outgoing, active, and spirited family pet. We know that because you care so much about your dog, you want to take good care of her. That is why we have summarized the health concerns we will be discussing with you over the life of your Havanese.
By knowing about health concerns specific to Havanese, we can tailor a preventive health plan to watch for and hopefully prevent some predictable risks. That does not mean your dog will have these problems; it just means that she is more at risk than other dogs.
We will describe the most common issues seen in Havanese to give you an idea of what may come up in her future. This guide contains general health information important to all canines as well as the most important genetic predispositions for Havanese. At the end of the booklet, we have also included a description of what you can do at home to keep your Havanese looking and feeling her best.
And unfortunately, your CBR is more likely than other dogs to have problems with her teeth. It starts with tartar build-up on the teeth and progresses to infection of the gums and roots of the teeth. Havanese are susceptible to bacterial and viral infections — the same ones that all dogs can get — such as parvo, rabies, and distemper. Many of these infections are preventable through vaccination, which we will recommend based on the diseases we see in our area, her age, and other factors.
Obesity can be a significant health problem in Havanese. It is a serious disease that may cause or worsen joint problems, metabolic and digestive disorders, back pain and heart disease. Instead, give her a hug, brush her fur or teeth, play a game with her, or perhaps take her for a walk. Everything from fleas and ticks to ear mites can infest her skin and ears. Hookworms, roundworms, heartworms, and whipworms can get into her system in a number of ways: drinking unclean water, walking on contaminated soil, or being bitten by an infected mosquito.
Some of these parasites can be transmitted to you or a family member and are a serious concern for everyone. One of the best things you can do for your Havanese is to have her spayed neutered for males. In females, this means we surgically remove the ovaries and usually the uterus, and in males, it means we surgically remove the testicles.
Spaying or neutering decreases the likelihood of certain types of cancers and eliminates the possibility of your pet becoming pregnant or fathering unwanted puppies.
Performing this surgery also gives us a chance, while your pet is under anesthesia, to identify and address some of the diseases your dog is likely to develop. For example, if your pet needs hip X-rays or a puppy tooth extracted, this would be a good time. This is convenient for you and easy for your friend. Routine blood testing prior to surgery also helps us to identify and take precautions for common problems that increase anesthetic or surgical risk.
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