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Name	Havanese	Cavapoo	Morkie
Origins	Cuba	Australia	United States
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Designer 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	Cavoodle	Morkshire Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Havanese or Cavapoo or Morkie? Which is the smallest dog, Havanese or Cavapoo or Morkie?	Small	Small Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Havanese or Cavapoo or Cavapoo? Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Cavapoo or Morkie? Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie height comparison:	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	11-18 inches (28-45 cm)	5-9 inches (13-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)	7 inches (18 cm)

Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Havanese or Cavapoo or Morkie? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$1200-$1800	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or Cavapoo or Morkie?	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.	Average: The Morkie is a commonly available dog breed.

Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie intelligence:	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.	Smart: The Morkie dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie trainability comparison.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Morkie dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Havanese or Cavapoo or Morkie?	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Morkie dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Havanese or Cavapoo or Morkie? 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.	Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Morkie dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Havanese or Cavapoo or Morkie? Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Loving Intelligent Gentle	Playful Funny Energetic Lovable
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.	Morkie dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie?	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.	Average to High: Morkie dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie social needs comparison:	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Morkie dogs are a social breed. 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.	Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Morkie 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.	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.	Morkie 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

Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie playfulness comparison:	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Morkie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie?	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Morkie 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 Cavapoo or Morkie?	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo 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 Morkie indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie 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.	Cavapoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Morkie dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Havanese or Cavapoo or Morkie?	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.	Morkie dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie?	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	Morkies are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie 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	Collapsed Trachea Dental Problems Hernia Reverse Sneezing Glaucoma
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.	Rare The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Morkie 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 Cavapoo vs Morkie lifespan comparison. How long do Havanese, Cavapoo and Morkie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Morkie: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Morkie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Havanese or Cavapoo or Morkie?	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.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie 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 Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Morkie's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie coat comparison:	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Curly Wavy Straight	Fluffy Soft Luxurious Long
Colors What are the original Havanese, Cavapoo and Morkie color?	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Cream White Sable Tricolor Chestnut Apricot Red sable Phantom	Black White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Havanese or Cavapoo or Morkie? Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie grooming comparison:	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Morkie requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Havanese or Cavapoo or Morkie? Havanese or Cavapoo or {name3 shedding:	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Cavapoo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Morkie dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Havanese or Cavapoo or Morkie?	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 Cavapoo vs Morkie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie?	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Morkie 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 Cavapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Morkie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Cavapoo dogs are generally with other pets.	Morkie dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Cavapoo or Morkie? Which dog is more friendly?	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Morkie 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 Cavapoo or Morkie?	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Morkie dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Cavapoo or Morkie?	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Morkie dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Cavapoo or Morkie?	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Morkie dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie?	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.	Yes Morkie 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 Cavapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Morkie is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Morkies are commonly okay with elderly people.

Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Cavapoo or Morkie? 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.
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: Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie?	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.	Not really Morkie 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 Cavapoo vs Morkie 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 Cavapoo and Morkie have?	1-9 puppies, average 4	2-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Havanese vs Cavapoo vs Morkie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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.	Not recognized by FCI.	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	Not recognized by any clubs.

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