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

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Common Names & Aliases
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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 Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese? Compare their breeding categories.
Cross Breed Cross Breed Purebred

Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese? Compare adult weight ranges.
7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) 6-15 pounds (3-7 kg) 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
10 pounds (4.5 kg) 9.5 pounds (4.5 kg) 10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Havamalt or Poochon or Havanese? Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese height comparison:
8-11 inches (21-29 cm) 10-15 inches (25-38 cm) 8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
10 inches (25 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) 10 inches (25 cm)

Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $800-$1000 $900-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Havamalt or Poochon or Havanese?
Very frequent: The Havamalt is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Poochon is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Poochon 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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which is easiest to train?
Havamalt dogs are easy to train.
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Poochon dogs are quite easy to train.
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Havanese dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which breed is most alert?
Havamalt dogs are good watchdogs.
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Poochon dogs are average watchdogs.
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Havanese dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which breed is most protective?
Havamalt dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Poochon dogs are average defenders.
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Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese? Compare temperaments.
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Companionable
Easygoing
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming
Happy
Intelligent
Affectionate
Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Poochon 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese?
High: Havamalt dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Poochon 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
Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese social needs comparison:
Havamalt dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Poochon 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?
Havamalt dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Poochon dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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?
Havamalt dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Poochon 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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Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Low 🔽

The Havamalt has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Poochon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Havamalt bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Poochon bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Havanese bite force: Weak.

Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which breed lives longest?
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Havamalt: 16 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poochon: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Prefers average to warm 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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which has fewer health issues?
The Havamalt is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Poochon 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?
Average
The Havamalt should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Poochon 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: Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Collapsed Trachea
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Deafness
Chondrodysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Reverse Sneezing
Hypoglycemia
White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Allergies
Addison's Disease
Bladder Stones
Cushing's Syndrome
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Chondrodysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Liver Shunt

Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which breed is most active?
Havamalt dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Poochon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
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
Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Havamalt or Poochon or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Havamalt dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Poochon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Havamalt or Poochon or Havanese?
Havamalt dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Poochon 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.

Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havamalt's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poochon'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 Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which needs most food?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 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.

Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. What colors are available?
Black
White
Fawn
Reddish-Brown
Havana Brown
Tobacco
Black
Tan
Cream
Grey
Apricot
Black
White
Fawn
Reddish-Brown
Havana Brown
Tobacco
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Havamalt requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Poochon doesn't require 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 Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which drools least?
The Havamalt is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Poochon 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 Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Havamalt has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Poochon has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered
Soft
Wavy
Woolly
Flat
Long
Wavy
Coarse
Soft
Wavy
Woolly
Flat
Long
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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 Havamalt or Poochon or Havanese? Havamalt or Poochon or {name3 shedding:
Havamalt dogs shed none to minimal.
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Poochon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Havanese dogs shed none to minimal.
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Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which is best with kids?
Havamalt dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Poochon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Havamalt dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Poochon dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Havamalt or Poochon or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly?
Havamalt dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Poochon dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Havamalt or Poochon or Havanese?
Havamalt dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Poochon dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Havamalt or Poochon or Havanese?
Havamalt dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Poochon 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: Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese?
Yes
Havamalt dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Poochon 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
Havamalt is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Poochon 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?
Havamalts are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Poochons are usually recommended for elderly people.
Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese As a Working Dog Comparison

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

Not really

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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Not really

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

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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This breed is generally not used as a 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 Havamalt, Poochon, 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 Havamalt, Poochon, 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 Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Poochon 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 Havamalt, Poochon, 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 Havamalt, Poochon, 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.

Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which has most puppies?
1-9 puppies, average 4 2-4 puppies 1-9 puppies, average 4
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Havamalt, Poochon, 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 Havamalt, Poochon, 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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Havamalt vs Poochon vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Havamalt, Poochon, 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 Havamalt, Poochon, 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 Havamalt, Poochon, and Havanese. Which has most recognition?
No data available 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

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