Havachon Breed Information & Characteristics

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Havachons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Cheerful
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Havachon dogs are low shedders. The coat sheds an average amount and doesn't require much care.

The Havachon breed is one of the worst choice if you want a good watchdog.

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Havanese, Bichon Frise

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Brown

Black

White
Cream
Gray
Black
Brown
Silver
Blue
Pied

The coat of a Havachon is longer than that of the typical dog.

Curly

A Havachon can have a litter of 1-9 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Havachons are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Havachon is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Heart Murmur

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Bladder Stones and Infections

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work

Havachons are known for their high energy levels, so if you're looking for a more low-key dog, this breed may not be the best choice.

Havachon have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Havachon dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

The Havachon breed is known for their relaxed and calm nature and tendency to sleep for long periods of time.

Havachons tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Snuggling, Walks, Doing tricks, Fooling around, Running around, Swim, Walk, Run, Sleep, Groom, Watching tv, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Hugging, Cuddling, Roadtrips, Cuddles, Chase, Hugs, Running, Naps, Napping, Playing, Taking walks, Walking, Fetch and chase

Havachons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Havachon, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Havachons usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Havachon is a breed of dog that requires a significant amount of grooming. They will also require regular trims, and a professional groomer's help is often necessary to keep their coat in good condition. They may also need regular baths to maintain their coat and skin.

Havachon should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-17 pound (5 - 8 kg) Havachon feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Havachon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Havachon is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Havachons has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Havachon is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Havachons are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

A Havachons typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Havachons are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Havachons are very friendly towards other dogs. This breed typically have a happy and affectionate temperament around dogs.

Havachons are very friendly around strangers.

Havachons are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Havachon for a mellower experience.

Havachon dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.