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Name	Havanese	Bichon Frise	Jack Russell Terrier
Origins	Cuba	Spain Belgium	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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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	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise	Jack Russell Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Havanese or Bichon Frise or Bichon Frise? Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	11-18 pounds (5-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier? Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier height comparison:	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	11.5 inches (29 cm)

Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$700-$1000	$700-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier?	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.

Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier trainability comparison.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier?	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier? 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.	Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier? Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful	Stubborn Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Cheerful
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.	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: Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier?	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Jack Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier social needs comparison:	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. 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.	Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. See more.	The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Jack Russell Terrier 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 Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier?	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier 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.	Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier?	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier?	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Jack Russell Terrier 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 Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation
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 Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Jack Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Havanese, Bichon Frise and Jack Russell Terrier 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 Bichon Frise: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier?	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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier? Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier 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.	Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier?	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup 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? Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier 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 Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier coat comparison:	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Curly	Rough
Colors What are the original Havanese, Bichon Frise and Jack Russell Terrier color?	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Cream White Buff Apricot	Black Tan White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier? Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier 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.	Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier? Havanese or Bichon Frise or {name3 shedding:	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier 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 Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Jack Russell Terrier 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 Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Jack Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier 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 Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier?	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier?	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier?	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bichon Frise dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Jack Russell Terrier 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 Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Jack Russell Terrier 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.	Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people.	Jack Russell Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier 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.	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 Bichon Frise or Jack Russell Terrier? 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.
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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 Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier?	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Jack Russell Terrier 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.

Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier 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 Bichon Frise and Jack Russell Terrier have?	1-9 puppies, average 4	2-5 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Havanese vs Bichon Frise vs Jack Russell Terrier 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 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers 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 The Bichon Frise Club Of America	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 Irish Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers Jack Russell Terrier Club Of America

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