Havanese
14 - 16 yearsLife Expectancy
Small, sturdy companion dog with long, silky double coat and cheerful temperament. Cuba's national dog, known for its intelligent disposition and making an ideal city companion.
Breed Statistics
- Energy Level3/5
- Trainability4/5
- Playfulness5/5
- Protectiveness3/5
- Barking4/5
- Drooling1/5
- Good with Children5/5
- Good with Other Dogs5/5
- Good with Strangers5/5
- Shedding2/5
- Coat Length5/5
- Grooming3/5
Physical Attributes
| Height (Male) | 8.5 - 11.5 inches |
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| Height (Female) | 8.5 - 11.5 inches |
| Weight (Male) | 7 - 13 lbs |
| Weight (Female) | 7 - 13 lbs |
Breed History
Developed from Bichon-type ancestors brought by Spanish settlers, became companions to Cuban aristocracy. Nearly extinct after Cuban Revolution but preserved by Cuban families who fled to the United States.