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Name	Havanese	Cairn Terrier	Cavachon
Origins	Cuba	Scotland	England Spain Belgium
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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	Toto Dog Cairn	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon? Which is the smallest dog, Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon?	Small	Small	Small Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg)	Male: 15-35 pounds (7-16 kg), Female: 13-33 pounds (6-15 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg)	Male: 25 pounds (11.5 kg), Female: 23 pounds (10.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon? Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon height comparison:	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 9-12 inches (23-30 cm)	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$700-$1000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon?	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Cavachon is easier than average to get.

Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Cairn Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Cavachon dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon trainability comparison.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cavachon dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon?	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Cavachon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon? 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.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Cavachon dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon? Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Active Courageous Intelligent Fearless Assertive	Happy Eager Easygoing Smart
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Cavachon dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon?	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cairn Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cavachon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon social needs comparison:	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cavachon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Cavachon dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Cavachon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon playfulness comparison:	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Cairn Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Cavachon is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon?	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Cairn Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Cavachon 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 Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon?	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Cairn Terrier indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Cavachon breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon 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.	Average: Cairn Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Cavachon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon?	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Cairn Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Cavachon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon?	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Cairn Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Cavachons are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon health problems comparison:	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Cryptorchidism Glaucoma Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy Microvascular Dysplasia Portosystemic Vascular Anomaly (PSVA)	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Syringomyelia Atopic Dermatitis
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.	Frequent The Cairn Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Cavachon should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon lifespan comparison. How long do Havanese, Cairn Terrier and Cavachon 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 Cairn Terrier: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavachon: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon?	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 Cairn Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon?	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.	1 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? Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon 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: The Cairn Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavachon's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon coat comparison:	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Waterproof	Feathered Curly
Colors What are the original Havanese, Cairn Terrier and Cavachon color?	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Gray Red Cream Silver Brindle Wheaten	Cream White Pied
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon? Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon grooming comparison:	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Cavachon requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon? Havanese or Cairn Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Cavachon dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon?	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 Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon 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, Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon?	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cairn Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Cavachon has a low 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 Cairn Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cavachon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Cairn Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Cavachon dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon? Which dog is more friendly?	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Cavachon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon?	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Cavachon dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon?	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Cavachon dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Cairn Terrier or Cavachon?	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Cavachon dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon?	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cairn Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cavachon 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.	Yes Cairn Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Cavachon 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.	Cairn Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Cavachons are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon 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 Cairn Terrier or Cavachon? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.
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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 Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon?	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cairn Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cavachon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon 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 Cairn Terrier and Cavachon have?	1-9 puppies, average 4	2-10 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Havanese vs Cairn Terrier vs Cavachon 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 1913 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 Club Espanol De Terriers	Not recognized by any clubs.

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