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Name	Cavachon	Havanese	Cavapoo
Origins	England Spain Belgium	Cuba	Australia
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	Cavoodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Cross Breed

Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo? Which is the smallest dog, Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo?	Small Medium	Small	Small Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Cavachon or Havanese or Havanese? Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo weight comparison:	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)	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 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)	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo? Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo height comparison:	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	11-18 inches (28-45 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)

Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$900-$1200	$1200-$1800
Availability Which is easier to get, Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo?	Frequent: The Cavachon is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo intelligence:	Smart: The Cavachon dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo trainability comparison.	Cavachon dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo?	Cavachon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cavachon dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo? Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Eager Easygoing Smart	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Loving Intelligent Gentle
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. See more.	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo?	High: Cavachon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo social needs comparison:	Cavachon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Cavachon dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Cavapoo 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?	Cavachon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Cavapoo 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo playfulness comparison:	The Cavachon is a playful breed. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo?	Average: The Cavachon barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo?	Very house-friendly dog the Cavachon breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavachon bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavapoo 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 Cavachon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cavapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo mouthiness comparison:	Cavachon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cavapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo?	Cavachons are commonly healthy dogs.	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo 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 Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation
Veterinarian Visits 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 Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo lifespan comparison. How long do Cavachon, Havanese and Cavapoo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavachon: 12 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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 Cavapoo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo? Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo energy level comparison:	Cavachon 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.	Cavapoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cavachon dogs have an average exercise need.	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Cavapoo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo?	Cavachon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Cavapoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavachon's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	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 Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo coat comparison:	Feathered Curly	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Curly Wavy Straight
Colors What are the original Cavachon, Havanese and Cavapoo color?	Cream White Pied	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Cream White Sable Tricolor Chestnut Apricot Red sable Phantom
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo? Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Cavachon requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo? Cavachon or Havanese or {name3 shedding:	Cavachon dogs shed moderately. See more.	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Cavapoo 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: Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo?	Low 🔽 The Cavachon has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Cavachon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cavapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cavachon dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Cavapoo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo? Which dog is more friendly?	Cavachon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo?	Cavachon dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo?	Cavachon dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo?	Cavachon dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo?	Yes Cavachon 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.	Yes Cavapoo 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 Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cavapoo 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.	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people.

Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Cavachon or Havanese or Cavapoo? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo?	Not really Cavachon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Cavapoo breed usually likes 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.

Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo 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 Cavachon and Havanese and Cavapoo have?	2-5 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4	2-8 puppies
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Cavachon vs Havanese vs Cavapoo Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Not recognized by any clubs.	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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