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Name	Havanese	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel	Shih-Poo
Origins	Cuba	England	China Tibet
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bichon Havanese, Bichon Habanero, Havanese Cuban Bichon, Bichon Havanais, Bichon Havanês, Havaneser, Havanezer	Cav, Cavalier, Cavie	Cross between the Shih Tzu and Toy Poodle Shoodle Pooshi
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed
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 1995 as a Toy 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels 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	Not recognized by any clubs.
Price Which is cheaper, Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$1200-$1500	800-1200
Availability	Very frequent	Very frequent	Frequent

Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo? Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo size comparison:	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	8-15 pounds (4-7 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	14 pounds (6.5 kg)	11.5 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo? Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo height comparison:	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	11.5 inches (29 cm)

Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo coat comparison:	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Feathered	Curly Straight Curly & Straight
Colors What are the original Havanese, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Shih-Poo color?	Black Reddish-Brown Fawn White Havana Brown Tobacco	Tan Blenheim Tricolor Ruby	Black White Brown Brindle Various combinations
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo? Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo grooming comparison:	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort.	Easy to groom: The Shih-Poo doesn't require a lot of grooming.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo? Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Havaneses shed none to minimal.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed above average.	Shih-Poos shed none to minimal.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo?	3-4 weeks More often than average.	6-8 weeks Rarely.	3-4 weeks More often than average.

Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo? Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo behavior/temperament comparison:	Affectionate Gentle Playful Companionable Intelligent Responsive Sturdy Lively Amiable Charming	Affectionate Courageous Intelligent Cheerful Gentle Social Polite Quiet Active Graceful Fearless Friendly Nonaggressive Sporty No tendency towards nervousness	Companionable Intelligent Loyal Sweet
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo intelligence:	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú Havanese.	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.	Smart: Shih-Poo's has great intelligence.
Trainability Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo trainability comparison.	Havaneses are very easy to train.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are quite easy to train.	Shih-Poos are quite easy to train.
Playfulness Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo playfulness comparison:	The Havanese is a highly playful breed.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.	The Shih-Poo is a playful breed.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo?	Havaneses are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Shih-Poos are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo social needs comparison:	Havaneses need a lot of social interaction.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels need a lot of social interaction.	Shih-Poos need a lot of social interaction.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo?	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.	Low to Average: The Shih-Poo rarely barks.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo?	Havaneses are good watchdogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not the best watchdogs.	Shih-Poos are average watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Havaneses strongly protect their territory.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not the best to protect their territory.	Shih-Poos are average defenders.
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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The Shih-Poo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo?	Between 100 and 200 PSI The weakest: Dogs that have the weakest bite force below 200 PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI The weakest: Dogs that have the weakest bite force below 200 PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI The weakest: Dogs that have the weakest bite force below 200 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo mouthiness comparison:	Havaneses have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Shih-Poos have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Havaneses tend to escape less than other breeds.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to escape less than other breeds.	Shih-Poos tend to escape less than other breeds.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Havaneses have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels 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.	Shih-Poos have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo?	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Havanese fajta.	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Cavalier King Charles Spaniel fajta.	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Shih-Poo fajta.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Havaneses adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Shih-Poos adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo?	Havaneses tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Shih-Poos tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Fighting 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo? Which dog is more friendly?	Havaneses are stranger friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very stranger friendly dogs.	Shih-Poos are stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo?	Havaneses are very kid-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shih-Poos are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo?	Havaneses are very cat-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are average friendly towards cats.	Shih-Poos are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo?	Havaneses are very dog-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very dog-friendly dogs.	Shih-Poos are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo?	No Havaneses are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Shih-Poos are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shih-Poo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Shih-Poos are commonly okay with elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo?	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Shih-Poo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Havaneses are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are generally with other pets.	Shih-Poos are generally with other pets.
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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo?	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more and frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Shih-Poo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo health problems comparison:	Cataracts Chondrodysplasia Deafness Elbow Dysplasia Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Mitral Valve Disease Patellar Luxation Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Hip Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Patellar Luxation Syringomyelia	Heatstroke Dental Problems
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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Shih-Poo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo lifespan comparison. How long do Havanese, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Shih-Poo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years	10-14 years	15-16 years
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Hypoallergenic Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes	No	Yes
Energy Level Who has more energy a Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo? Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo energy level comparison:	Havaneses have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Shih-Poos 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 Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Havaneses exercise need is very minimal.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have an average exercise need.	Shih-Poos have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo?	Havaneses sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.	Shih-Poos sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih-Poo?	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 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High.	Average to High.	Average to High.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo?	Tolerates warm and cold weather.	Tolerates warm and cold weather.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shih-Poo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo?	Low The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	High The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.	Low The Shih-Poo 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 for very low drooling tendency.	The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The Shih-Poo is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.

Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih-Poo Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Havanese and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Shih-Poo have?	1-9 puppies, average 4	3-5 puppies	3-4 puppies
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