Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bichon Habanero or Bassotto or American Brittany? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany" Compare Havanese and Dachshund. Which is better: Havanese or Dachshund or Brittany?

Size and Weight Price and Availability Trainability and Intelligence Personality and Temperament Activity and Playfulness Adaptability and Independence Bite Characteristics Health and Lifespan Energy and Activity Diet and Weight Management Allergies and Grooming Good With As a Working Dog Reproducibility Recognition Show differences only

Name	Havanese	Dachshund	Brittany
Origins	Cuba	Germany	France
All Dog Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	23	13	26
Reviews	7	7	3
User Ratings

Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany breeds.	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany? Compare adult weight ranges.	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Dachshund or Brittany? Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany height comparison:	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Find price differences between these breeds.	$900-$1200	$500-$700	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or Dachshund or Brittany?	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.

Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which breed ranks highest?	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: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which is easiest to train?	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which breed is most alert?	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which breed is most protective?	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany? Compare temperaments.	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social
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.	Sensitive: Brittany 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 Dachshund vs Brittany?	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany social needs comparison:	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Brittany 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.	Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany 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.	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Brittany 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 Dachshund vs Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which breed is most playful?	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund 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 Brittany indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which breed is most flexible?	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Havanese or Dachshund or Brittany?	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Dachshund 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.	Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which uses mouth most during play?	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which breed lives longest?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
Calculate dog years to human years by breed here
Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which handles climate changes best?	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which has fewer health issues?	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency 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 Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany health problems comparison:	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy

Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which needs most food?	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.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. What colors are available?	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown	White Orange Liver Roan
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which drools least?	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Fine	Feathered
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Havanese or Dachshund or Brittany? Havanese or Dachshund or {name3 shedding:	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which is best with kids?	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Dachshund or Brittany? Which dog is more friendly?	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Dachshund or Brittany?	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Dachshund or Brittany?	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany?	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Brittany 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 Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Brittany 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.	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which is best suited for service work?	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.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which excels in therapy work?	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
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which has most military use?	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 Dachshund vs Brittany Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which has most puppies?	1-9 puppies, average 4	4-8 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6
Dog Name Generator – Find A Perfect Name For Your Puppy
Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. What's recommended?	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.

Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Havanese, Dachshund, and Brittany. Which has most recognition?	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 Canadian Canine Registry	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

Popular Dog Compares

Despite the best intentions, there may be errors. If you find one, please let us know and we will fix it as soon as possible. Contact us here.

Rate This Comparsion - Havanese vs Dachshund vs Brittany

Reviews