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Havanese Dog Breed.

Havanese dog training, care, history, temperament, and characteristics

Group: Toy

Weight: 7-13 lbs

Height: 8-11 inches

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History

The Havanese has its origin from Cuba. It is also known as the national dog of Cuba. At some stage, these dogs were very popular with the ruling classes in Havana. The breeding of these dogs in the United States only started in the 1970’s. During the 1960’s many Cubans started to migrate to the United stated, and some ended up bringing their pets with.

Characteristics

The Havanese dog is a true delight. The Havanese is very bright and clever, curious, and playful. This breed loves companionship and adores children. The Havanese is good watch dogs who will alert their family to danger or visitors. They will look to their family for assurance before welcoming strangers. Once they make friends with someone they are friends for life.

Temperament

The Havanese is a toy dog, and although they are small, they have very big personalities. These are dogs that are very fond of playing, and they adore the company of their owners. They have wonderful natures, and also have good manners. These dogs are clever, and very feisty. The Havanese is a dog suitable for both experienced and inexperienced dog owner. These are not dogs that like to be abandoned, and will be best matched with someone that has time to commit to their pets.

Care

The Havanese does have a few grooming requirements in order to keep their coats in a good condition. Their coats should be brushed every second day, and it is also advised that their coats be clipped every six weeks. For hygienic reasons, the hair around their bottoms should also be trimmed. Also make sure that the ears are dry and clean in order to prevent infections. For more detailed info, take a look at the Havanese Grooming page.

Training

The Havanese is a dog that is very keen on learning. They perform very well in obedience training. These dogs are also dogs that love to swim, and they enjoy a great variety of water sports. They take great pleasure in being the centre of attention, and they also love to perform tricks for those around them. They possess a very sweet character. These dogs can be quite difficult to housebreak, and it is important to train them with firm techniques.