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Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cavachon or Havachon or Bichon Habanero? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese breeds.
No data available No data available Bichon Habanero
Bichon Havanais
Bichon Havanes
Havanese Cuban Bichon
Havaneser
Havanezer
Bichon Havanese
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese? Compare their breeding categories.
Cross Breed Cross Breed Purebred

Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which breed is the largest?
Small
Medium
Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 15-35 pounds (7-16 kg), Female: 13-33 pounds (6-15 kg)
7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 25 pounds (11.5 kg), Female: 23 pounds (10.5 kg) 10 pounds (4.5 kg) 10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cavachon or Havachon or Havanese? Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese height comparison:
12-13 inches (30-33 cm) 8-11 inches (21-29 cm) 8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
12.5 inches (31.5 cm) 10 inches (25 cm) 10 inches (25 cm)

Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $700-$1000 $900-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cavachon or Havachon or Havanese?
Frequent: The Cavachon is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Havachon is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Cavachon dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which is easiest to train?
Cavachon dogs are quite easy to train.
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Havachon dogs are easy to train.
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Havanese dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which breed is most alert?
Cavachon dogs are average watchdogs.
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Havachon dogs are good watchdogs.
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Havanese dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which breed is most protective?
Cavachon dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Havachon dogs are average defenders.
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Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese? Compare temperaments.
Happy
Eager
Easygoing
Smart
Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Cheerful
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming
Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Cavachon dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese?
High: Cavachon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Havachon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese social needs comparison:
Cavachon dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Havachon dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Cavachon dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Havachon dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Cavachon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Havachon dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Cavachon barks occasionally.
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Average: The Havachon barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which breed is most playful?
The Cavachon is a playful breed.
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The Havachon is a highly playful breed.
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The Havanese is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Cavachon breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Havachon breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.

Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which breed is most flexible?
Cavachon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Havachon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Cavachon or Havachon or Havanese?
Cavachon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Havachon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Cavachon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Havachon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which uses mouth most during play?
Cavachon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Havachon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavachon bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Havachon bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Havanese bite force: Weak.

Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which breed lives longest?
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Cavachon: 12 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Havachon: 15 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which has fewer health issues?
Cavachons are commonly healthy dogs.
The Havachon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Cavachon should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Havachon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Atopic Dermatitis
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Deafness
Vaccination Sensitivity
Chondrodysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Bladder Stones
Juvenile Cataracts
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Chondrodysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Liver Shunt

Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which breed is most active?
Cavachon dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Havachon dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavachon or Havachon or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Cavachon dogs have an average exercise need.
Havachon dogs exercise need is minimal.
Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavachon or Havachon or Havanese?
Cavachon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Havachon dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavachon's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havachon's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which needs most food?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.

Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. What colors are available?
Cream
White
Pied
Black
Cream
White
Fawn
Buff
Apricot
Reddish-Brown
Havana Brown
Tobacco
Black
White
Fawn
Reddish-Brown
Havana Brown
Tobacco
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Cavachon requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Havachon requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which drools least?
The Cavachon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Havachon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Cavachon has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Havachon has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered
Curly
Curly
Soft
Wavy
Woolly
Flat
Long
Soft
Wavy
Woolly
Flat
Long
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cavachon or Havachon or Havanese? Cavachon or Havachon or {name3 shedding:
Cavachon dogs shed moderately.
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Havachon dogs are low shedders.
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Havanese dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which is best with kids?
Cavachon dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Havachon dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Cavachon dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Havachon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavachon or Havachon or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly?
Cavachon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Havachon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cavachon or Havachon or Havanese?
Cavachon dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Havachon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cavachon or Havachon or Havanese?
Cavachon dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Havachon dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese?
Yes
Cavachon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Havachon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Cavachon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Havachon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Cavachons are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Havachons are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Cavachon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Havachon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which has most military use?

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.

Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which has most puppies?
2-5 puppies 1-9 puppies, average 4 1-9 puppies, average 4
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Cavachon vs Havachon vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Cavachon, Havachon, and Havanese. Which has most recognition?
Not recognized by any clubs. No data available 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

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