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Havanese Puppies
Affectionate ~ Cheerful ~ Intelligent ~ Loyal ~ Social
Havanese puppies are happy, clever and sweet dogs equipped with a sharp intelligence and an affectionate nature. Their need to be in the center of attention and their love for entertaining will have the Havanese dog perform tricks in exchange for laughs and treats. A member of the Toy group, the Havanese breed is small in stature, with an average weight between 7 to 13 pounds and an average height between 9 to 12 inches, with a sturdy body covered in a gorgeous long silky coat, with beautiful dark almond eyes, cute floppy ears and a fluffy tail curled over the back.
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HAVANESE
TemperamentAffectionate, Cheerful, Intelligent, Loyal, Social |
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| Adult Weight | 7-13 lbs |
| Adult Height | 9-12 in |
| Life Expectancy | 12-14 yrs |
| Rating | 5.0 ( reviews) |
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Bred as a companion dog to the Cuban Aristocracy during the 1500’s, and named after the Capital of its origin, the Havanese, also referred to as “the silk dog” would become the national emblem of Cuba. Now almost extinct in its founding country, the Havanese was brought to United States during the Cuban revolution in 1959 when only 11 dogs were left to save the breed from extinction. Since then the breed has thrived throughout the United States and Europe. These highly trainable and companion driven dogs make for a perfect family pet.
Appearance and Grooming
A small and sturdy gait with dark almond shaped eyes and a full muzzle this breed will never appear fragile. Despite its silky coat and minimal shedding, routine grooming is an absolute necessity for this dog breed. With its common coloring of black, blue, brown, gray, silver and white most owners opt for a shorter cut for easier maintenance. Though these puppies can also wear their hair long, they will require added brushing several times a week, if not daily and regular trims every 3 to 4 weeks.
Temperament
This toy dog breed is friendly, playful, alert and intelligent with a sweet, non-quarrelsome disposition. Aggressive behavior and shyness is not common in these dogs and should be corrected immediately if necessary. They are the most happy when they are with their owner as they form a special bond and a high level of attachment to the person they spend the most time with. Though, they prefer to stay at home, given the chance they also love to run around outdoors.
Family and Companionship
With the earned title of, “Velcro Dog” you must believe that this loyal little canine will never leave your side. They are needy dogs who are keen on lots of affection and play. Perfect for a family with children or other active pets, as they love little clowning around and spreading their affection to their adopted family and everyone they meet.
Exercise
This small purebred needs light to moderate exercise each day. A short walk or some indoor play each day will ensure your puppy is getting all of the exercise that they need. Be careful not to over exercise this little bundle of energy, as much as it will love to keep up, too much exertion is not good for its tiny frame.
Training and Socialization
Even though this highly intelligent and over eager pooch is a fast learner, they still need patience and gentle guidance as their pride can be easily hurt if scolded to harshly. Practicing praise and creating a treat based reward system will result in both a happy puppy and a happy owner.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Havanese is part of the Bichon canine family, but they are a pure breed on their own. They are short-legged with a sturdy gait.
The height ranges of a Havanese are between 8-1/2 to 11-1/2 inches with weight ranges from 7 to 13 lbs.
The Havanese has a double coat of soft hair, both in outer and undercoat. The hair is very long and profuse, shown completely natural. Their coats can range from straight to curly. On average the adult coat reaches a length of 6 to 8 inches.
The Havanese is recognized by the Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI), the United Kennel Club (UKC), the Original Havanese Club (OHC), the American Kennel Club and the American Rare Breed Association.
No. The Havanese is a non-shedding dog.
It is not a requirement of this breed to have professional grooming, though many owners still opt to have this done every 2 to 3 months. They will need regular brushing of their coats a few times per week to eliminate and prevent tangles and mats. Also, regular eye, ear, and teeth care are required. Nails need to be trimmed every couple of weeks.
Some Havanese will bark more than others. This is something that can be curbed when they are young and properly socialized. For the most part they are quiet dogs that are on high alert. They will let you know any time someone is approaching your home or if something is amiss, which makes them excellent watch dogs.
Yes. A fun fact is that the Havanese is known as a “velcro” dog and likes to stick close to his owner’s side, wherever they go.
The average lifespan is between 14 to 16 years.
Yes, the Havanese is considered to be very intelligent and very easy to train. However, they can take longer to house train than some breeds their size. Consistency and patience along with positive reinforcement is paramount to their success.
Yes. The Havanese is very good with children of all ages. They are energetic and playful which makes them excellent playmates and companions.
Yes. Havanese’s are also known as Havana Silk Dogs, Havs, and the Havanese Cuban Bichon.
Overall the Havanese does very well with dogs, cats, and other pets in the home. Because they have an energetic and fun loving personality they will likely want to play with the other animals in the house, and usually coexist peacefully.
This breed has a moderate energy level. They enjoy playing or going for walks, but they don't have intense activity requirements. A short daily stroll along with some active indoor or outdoor play will be enough to keep these little ones fit and healthy.
The daily recommended amount for the Havanese is based on the average weight and activity level of your little one. In general, a diet consisting of high quality nutritious dog food ranging from a ½ to 1 cup per day is adequate. This should be split into two separate meals each day.
REVIEWS
HAVANESE
| Date: | 7/21/2021 |
| Name: | Sykes |
| Breed: | Havanese |
| Client: | Sandra Swanson |
| Loc: | Midlothian, VA |
Sykes is a joy! We loved him right away! He is exactly as shown in photos and video from Premier Pups! We have been blessed! ??
| Date: | 12/29/2021 |
| Name: | Chino - formerly Bobby |
| Breed: | Havanese |
| Client: | Danisha Benjamin-Dore |
| Loc: | Tampa, Florida |
Purchasing a dog was a very stressful process for us; Premier Pup made the process so seamless and worth it all. We are in love with our Pup. Chino is very playing, cuddly and great with our kids! Thanks Premier Pups!
| Date: | 12/30/2021 |
| Name: | Codi ( formerly Jerome ) |
| Breed: | Havanese |
| Client: | Madison Ferruzza |
| Loc: | Spring Hill, Florida |
We adopted Codi on December 1st and it’s been nothing short of wonderful! Everyone at Premier pups made sure everything went smoothly! I cannot thank them enough for the wonderful experience, and our sweet Codi!
| Date: | 9/21/2021 |
| Name: | FiFi formally called Cassie |
| Breed: | Havanese |
| Client: | Ann-Marie Lewis |
| Loc: | New York, NY |
This is our second pup from Premier Pups.FiFi is a little feisty 10 week old girl. We love her so much. We got her as a playmate/sister for Roman out Teddy bear 7 month old pup. She's amazing! I can't say enough great things about Premier Pups other than thank you!
| Date: | 5/11/2021 |
| Name: | Santana (Flynn) |
| Breed: | Havanese |
| Client: | Jeffrey Morris |
| Loc: | Milan, MI |
We had an amazing experience with Premier Pups! Our little guy is great, and has already brought us so much joy. He is healthy and full of love. He is already adjusting well, and doing great on potty training. Havanese is definitely a great breed, and even a better family dog. Thanks Premier Pups for the great experience, and always being there anytime that we have had a question!
| Date: | 11/9/2020 |
| Name: | Bobby |
| Breed: | Havanese |
| Client: | Kathleen ortiz |
| Loc: | Burtonsville md |
When I first was looking for a puppy for my four boys who’s always asked me for a dog I was scared. I wanted one that will fit our family. I called different places but non was appealing to me nor made me feel secure and safe (no scams) about getting one. Then I called premier pups and off top they was great!! They asked me questions about my family to see which breed will fit best and they suggested a Havanese puppy. I searched and found “Bobby” (the name they gave him which we ended up keeping) his picture stoled my heart. Still nervous being that they was in Ohio and I am in MD, the made me feel secure the whole way through, I had a thousand questions and they picked up and answered me every time. I had to wait till he was 8weeks old for them to fly him in but it was worth it. I surprised my boys for Christmas and it was the best gift I ever got them in their opinion as well as mines. Premier pups not only made sure he got here safe but also kept up with us the first two weeks to make sure all was well which let me know I picked the right place cause they really care about what they do. It’s almost about to be a year that we’ve had him and he’s been the biggest blessing for our whole entire household. I’ve recommended this company to anyone who’s asked. If you’re looking for a good place to go to to find man’s best friend this is def it!!!
| Date: | 11/21/2021 |
| Name: | Lily was Catalina Lola was Carolina |
| Breed: | Havanese |
| Client: | veneita glynn |
| Loc: | Plant City, Fl |
We are in love💓💓
| Date: | 10/23/2020 |
| Name: | Lily (formerly Carolina) |
| Breed: | Havanese |
| Client: | Patricia El-Khoury |
| Loc: | Pleasanton, CA |
I am a first time pet owner and was nervous at first about getting a puppy. However, after doing extensive research on which breed to get and from where, I knew Premier Pups was the right choice for us. The whole process was easy! We were so excited, we woke up early on the day they posted the pictures and selected the puppy we liked. The purchase was straight forward then after that it was just a matter of waiting and getting the house ready. We received Lily (formerly Carolina) on May 29. During the beginning on the pandemic, the travel coordinators were working hard to ensure we get out puppy without delays or issues. Lily turned out to be a perfect fit for our family. She is so affectionate and stops to say hi to everyone who passes by! She is funny, playful, cute and so curious about everything! She has the cutest underbite too haha! Overall, it was a great experience, and I often go back on the website to see if I fall in love with another puppy to get Lily a playmate. Only improvement I would suggest, is I wish there was more information on the website about the puppies’ personality or physical traits (underbite, hair or other). We love her so much and couldn’t be happier!
| Date: | 6/25/2020 |
| Name: | Brian Ceglarski |
| Breed: | Havanese |
| Client: | Brian Ceglarski |
| Loc: | NH |
The adoption of our little guy was very smooth. We got our guy home and he's been the best puppy. He was potty trained within about 4 weeks. I highly recommend PremierPups. In fact, we just put in a bid for another puppy.
| Date: | 12/25/2020 |
| Name: | Mollie |
| Breed: | Havanese |
| Client: | Jacqueline Jacobs |
| Loc: | Saline MI |
Mollie is the sweetest dog and the perfect addition to our 3 kid household. She is right in the tumble of 6 and 7 year old boys, sweet and playful. We couldn’t ask for a better pup.
