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Havachon Breed Information

Small Havachon puppy on a wooden floor

The Havachons are sweet-natured, sassy, playful, and fun dogs known for their spontaneous bursts of bouncy joy and unconditional love. These pups love to cuddle, entertain, and make friends. They are very fond of canine sports, games, and chew toys. With a Havachon around, boredom is not on the table. These fun pups exude a positive energy that brings on a desire for adventure. Socializing in dog parks, long walks, games of fetch, flyball, trips to the beach, and short hikes are what they crave and ask of their pet parents. The charming Havachons are a designer breed, a cross between a Havanese and a Bichon Frise.

BREED TYPE / MIX Hybrid / Havanese crossed with a Bichon Frise ENERGY Moderate SHEDDING Minimum TRAINING Reponsive TEMPERAMENT Affectionate, Gentle, Patient ADULT WEIGHT 9-17 lbs ADULT HEIGHT 9-15 inches LIFE SPAN 12-15 years

Characteristics

  • The Havachon is a gorgeous hybrid dog that is also known as Frise Havanese. It is one of the most popular bichon mixes
  • Hypoallergenic with a minimal shedding coat, the Havachon is a wonderful companion pet for allergy sufferers
  • Sweet, obedient, eager to please, and fast to learn, the Havachons and Havachon puppies are ideal first pets for novice owners
  • Always aware of their surroundings, the Havachons make good watchdogs
  • Havachons are non-aggressive, gentle, and highly affectionate. They are great family dogs for families with or without children, singles, and seniors
  • Moderately energetic and highly adaptable, the Havachon is quick to adapt to any living situation
  • Havachon puppies are very intelligent and easy to train
  • Naturally friendly, the Havachons get along great with other dogs and household pets; they love kids and enjoy meeting new people 
Cute Havachon in a puppy bed

Appearance

The Havachons or Frise Havanese dogs are small and cuddly with a happy demeanor and a friendly disposition. Their eyes are round, expressive, and dark, their noses small and black, and their tails fluffy and curled. These lovely dogs inspire affection and always appear in a fabulously good mood.

The Havachon is small in stature, has an average height of 9 to 12 inches, and weighs between 10 to 15 pounds. It sports a soft silky coat that can be long or short, wavy or curly in texture. It and can come in various colors such as white, black, tan, cream, gray, silver, golden, brown, or blue, and various combinations of these colors. The Havachon is a light shedder and a hypoallergenic breed that is a great fit for people suffering from pet-related allergies.

Temperament

The Havachon is a sweet, sassy, and cheerful diva pooch who loves to entertain and bring on joy and giggles. This excellent dog craves the center of attention where all eyes are on him. He fancies cuddles, doggy belly rubs, praise, and any type of delicious reward. Some of his favorite activities include camping trips, roaming freely on a large (preferably enclosed) field, discovering, and exploring new territories.

When it comes to his family, the Havachon is a wonderful family pet. He loves kids and adults in equal measure and is not very fond of being without them. The Havachon dogs are very generous in affection. Their lucky human families have an endless supply of love, cuddles, and joy. Sociable in nature, these dogs make friends wherever they go. They make best friends with other good dogs in dog parks, love to meet and hug strangers, and greatly enjoy play dates with kids.

Havachons, due to their loyal nature, might experience separation anxiety. Learn more about rebuilding trust and managing such behaviors in our blog post.

Insights

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Care

Grooming

The Havachons have moderate grooming requirements. Their coats are medium-length, soft, and gorgeous, and to keep them that way they require 3 to 4 brushes (with a slicker brush and de-matter) every week. To avoid skin dryness or irritation the Cavachon dogs should be bathed with mild dog shampoo only as needed and not too often. Their ears and teeth should be cleaned weekly, and their nails clipped at least once every other month if they are not naturally run down.  

To ensure your Havachon's coat remains in top condition and to understand how often you should bathe them, delve into our detailed guide.

Exercise Needs

The Havachons are small energetic dogs. They love to spend their energy by inviting their canine buddies for a chase and testing their speed. As a general rule, small active dogs like the Havachons aren’t built for endurance in heavy exercise. They generally prefer a few brisk runs and a long walk or two as opposed to miles and miles of trekking. Havachons will be at their happiest and in their best shape with 30 to 40 minutes of daily exercise that include walks and plenty of play indoors.  

Health

The Havachon is generally a very healthy breed that is unlikely to suffer from life-threatening health issues. Because they are a crossbreed of two healthy purebred dogs, they benefit from hybrid vigor and are less likely to develop any of the health conditions that are common in the Havanese and Bichon Frise breeds. Some of the issues they may encounter include joint problems that are common among all small dog breeds, allergies, eye problems, patellar luxation, and dental issues.  

Lifespan

The average lifespan of a Havachon dog is between 12 and 15 years. Raising them in a loving environment and providing them with nourishing diets, plenty of exercise, and regular vet checkups can help them live long healthy lives. Both the Havanese and the Bichon Frise are known for their longevity. The oldest Havanese dog to have lived reached an age of 18.2 years, while the Bichon Frise has been known to reach as much as 21 years of age.  

Training

The Havachon is a smart student when it comes to learning basic and advanced dog tricks and commands. He has impressive skills and an eagerness to learn and please which makes training him an effortless task. Smart dogs are often bored easily, and in the Havachon dog’s case, this is an issue that can manifest as stubbornness. Thankfully, the Havachon is very fond of praise and treats, so his stubbornness is easily removed with proper motivation. It is important to identify what your Havachon puppy responds to best as a first step in training.  

Although this puppy breed is very friendly, it is beneficial to begin socialization training as soon as they arrive home. They should be introduced to family and friends gradually while indoors in a low-distraction area. Once your puppy is comfortable with casual interactions, you can move on to outdoor activities and interactions.  

Because Havachons are a very loyal and affectionate dog breed, it is likely that they might not respond well to being left alone. It is recommended to begin training them to be independent before leaving them alone for the first time. Separation anxiety can become an issue if these dogs are left alone without prior training.  

For deeper insights on training dogs effectively, especially breeds like the Havachon, explore our blog titled Easiest Dogs to Train - Top 5 Pups for Effortless Training.

History

The Havachon is a mixed-breed of a purebred Havanese and a purebred Bichon Frise. Both parent breeds are members of the Bichon (or Barbichon) family and highly popular companion pets and lapdogs. The Havachon date of origin is yet undetermined although it is believed they may have originated during the 2000s in the United States. The Havachons have seen an increase in popularity in the past 10 years and merit their fame to their sweet temperaments, merry disposition, and cuddly looks.

As a fairly new breed, the Havachon lacks a documented history. To learn more about this breed, we can take a look at the history of the Havanese and Bichon Frise parent breeds.  

The Havanese puppy, also known as Cuba’s National Dog and the Havana Silk Dog, is a member of the Barbichon family and a well-loved breed worldwide. The Havanese pups arrived in Cuba with Spanish colonists and soon sailed across Europe with their trading companions. With their cute appearance and joyful attitude, these wonderful dogs have traveled from one royal lap to another for many centuries. They have been adoringly represented in art and literature, and have never ceased to amaze with their generous affection.  

The Bichon Frise puppy, also known as Bichon a Poil Frise, is also a member of the Barbichon family and a greatly admired family dog. Originally from the Canary Islands, the Bichon Frise has made an everlasting impression with the renowned painter Ramon Gaya, King Henry III, and Queen Victoria. These precious pooches have been admired through history as excellent performers with the traveling circus, loving companion pets, sweet therapy dogs, and luxurious pets for high society families. The Bichon Frise is famously known today as a gorgeous cinematic star and a most wonderful show dog and family companion pet.  

The Havachon is recognized by the American Canine Hybrid Club and the Designer Dog Kennel Club and is among the most popular mixed-breeds of 2021. 

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