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Name	Havanese	Poodle	Japanese Spitz
Origins	Cuba	Germany France	Japan
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Nihon Supittsu
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz?	Small	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Havanese or Poodle or Poodle? Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	11-20 pounds (5-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	15.5 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz? Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz height comparison:	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	13.5 inches (34 cm)

Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$1000-$1500	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz?	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.

Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz trainability comparison.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz?	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz? Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Proud Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz?	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz social needs comparison:	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz playfulness comparison:	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz?	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz?	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz?	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz mouthiness comparison:	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz?	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz health problems comparison:	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Patellar Luxation Runny Eyes
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Havanese, Poodle and Japanese Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Japanese Spitz can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz? Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz energy level comparison:	Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz?	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz coat comparison:	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Curly	Thick
Colors What are the original Havanese, Poodle and Japanese Spitz color?	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz? Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz grooming comparison:	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz? Havanese or Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz?	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz? Which dog is more friendly?	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz?	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz?	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz?	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz?	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Japanese Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Japanese Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Japanese Spitzs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Havanese or Poodle or Japanese Spitz? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz?	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Havanese and Poodle and Japanese Spitz have?	1-9 puppies, average 4	2-4 puppies	1-6 puppies
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Havanese vs Poodle vs Japanese Spitz Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club

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