Havanese

Part of the charm of the Havanese dog comes from its elegant bearing, a unique elegance, a strong sense of self (without being

Havanese

overbearing), and the fact that it practically doesn't shed hair. There are hundreds of video clips online - you can watch some of them on YouTube - showing how lively the Havanese is; it's got a "spring" in its gait. What some people don't notice is that this breed's hind legs are longer than its front, making it move in trots or bursts, which many see as the cheerfulness in the dog's movements. The Havanese dog, because of the lively manner in which it moves, is definitely playful, quite the vigilant pet, very smart, and highly trainable. Some owner love to accessorize or imbue their pets with a certain hair fashion - such as tassel-like cords; this you can do to your Havanese.

The above, at least, are clues so you can tell a Havanese from another small dog family member. There are more specific ways to tell the breed apart from other dog, and you'll read them below.

One. If you've seen other toy dog breeds and found them fragile, you'll have to remove that impression when you see a Havanese, because these dogs are sturdy, despite being small and categorized as toy dogs. Despite it's relatively small stature, this dog is going to survey a lot of activities - running around for hours, jumping over house fixtures, playing with kids. The coat is noticeably silky long and wavy hair. You'll find the tail very close to its behind Don't be fooled by that coat, it's not hot and not wooly or even harsh; instead it serves as the dogs protection from heat.

Two. Measured from the shoulders down, the Havanese is supposed to be between eight and a half and eleven and a half inches tall, at least by kennel club standards. Keep in mind, this dog has more inches in length compared to its height, This breed is also known for not being excessively bony.

Three. The dog's expression is intelligent, soft, but a bit on the playful side. It has big brown eyes that are usually almond-shaped. Its ears of usually medium-length, and high up on the skull. It has a square-like solidly black nose set on a rectangular muzzle.

Four. This dog has a unique double coat. The overcoat of this breed is a bit heavier than the one underneath. It should not have a coat long enough to cover its natural lines, and the coat should not be wiry. The coating's color can be varied, freckled, or parti-colored.

These are but the well-known and documented differences of the Havanese compared to other breeds; feel free to look up more detailed comparisons online. The goal is for the aforementioned characteristics be kept in mind when you visit a breeder to check his or her Havanese dogs for sale.

One aspect of the Havanese dog that's often noticed is how sociable and playful it is. It's also great with young kids, unlike other toy dog breeds that tend to snap at children. The combination of its size, personality, sturdiness, and the fact that it barely sheds are reasons why many pet owners prefer the Havanese dog.

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