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Name	Havanese	Coton de Tulear	Chi-Poo
Origins	Cuba	Madagascar	United States
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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	Cotie Coton	Chipoodle Chi-Poos Choodle Poochi Poohuahua
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo? Which is the smallest dog, Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Coton de Tulear? Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	12-15 pounds (5.5-7 kg)	5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	13.5 pounds (5.6 kg)	12.5 pounds (6 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo? Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo height comparison:	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	10-12 inches (25-30 cm)	6-14 inches (15-36 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	11 inches (27.5 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$2400-$3000	$500-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo?	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Coton de Tulear is quite easy to get.	Average: The Chi-Poo is a commonly available dog breed.

Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Chi-Poo is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo trainability comparison.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Coton de Tulear dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Chi-Poo dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo?	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Coton de Tulear dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Chi-Poo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo? 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.	Coton de Tulear dogs are average defenders. See more.	Chi-Poo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo? Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Lively Trainable Vocal	Active Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Coton de Tulear dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Chi-Poo dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo?	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Coton de Tulear dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Chi-Poo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo social needs comparison:	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Coton de Tulear dogs are a social breed. See more.	Chi-Poo dogs are kinda antisocial. 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.	Coton de Tulear dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Chi-Poo dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Chi-Poo 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 Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo playfulness comparison:	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Coton de Tulear is a playful breed. See more.	The Chi-Poo is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo?	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Coton de Tulear barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Chi-Poo 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 Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo?	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Coton de Tulear breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Chi-Poo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo 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.	Coton de Tulear dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Chi-Poo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo?	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Coton de Tulear 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.	Chi-Poo dogs handle alone time quite well.

Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo?	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Coton de Tulear is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Chi-Poos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo 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 Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Luxating Patella Glaucoma Hypoglycemia Overactive tear glands
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 Coton de Tulear should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Chi-Poo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo lifespan comparison. How long do Havanese, Coton de Tulear and Chi-Poo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Coton de Tulear: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Chi-Poo: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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.

Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo? Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo 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.	Coton de Tulear dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Chi-Poo 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 Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Coton de Tulear dogs have an average exercise need.	Chi-Poo dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo?	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Coton de Tulear dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Chi-Poo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo?	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 1.5 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 Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo 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 Coton de Tulear has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Chi-Poo has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo coat comparison:	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Soft	Short Long Medium
Colors What are the original Havanese, Coton de Tulear and Chi-Poo color?	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	White	Black Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Brindle Grey
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo? Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo 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.	Average: The Chi-Poo requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo? Havanese or Coton de Tulear or {name3 shedding:	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Coton de Tulear dogs are low shedders. See more.	Chi-Poo dogs are low 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 Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo 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 Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo?	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Coton de Tulear has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Chi-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 of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Coton de Tulear is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chi-Poo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Coton de Tulear dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Chi-Poo dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo? Which dog is more friendly?	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Coton de Tulear dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Chi-Poo 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 Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo?	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Coton de Tulear dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Chi-Poo dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo?	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Coton de Tulear dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Chi-Poo dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo?	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Coton de Tulear dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Chi-Poo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo?	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Coton de Tulear dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Chi-Poo 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 Coton de Tulear is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chi-Poo 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.	Coton de Tulears are usually recommended for elderly people.	Chi-Poos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo 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 Coton de Tulear or Chi-Poo? 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.	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 Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo?	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Coton de Tulear breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chi-Poo 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 Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo 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 Coton de Tulear and Chi-Poo have?	1-9 puppies, average 4	4-6 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Havanese vs Coton de Tulear vs Chi-Poo 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 2014 as a Non-Sporting 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 Bichons and related breeds 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 Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club Designer Canine Registry

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