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Compare Havanese and Goldendoodle. Which is better: Havanese or Goldendoodle or Miniature Labradoodle?
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| Name | Havanese | Goldendoodle | Miniature Labradoodle |
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| Origins |  Cuba |  United States  Canada |  England  Germany  France Canada |
| Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Designer Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 23 | 447 | 1688 |
| Reviews | 7 | 7 | 0 |
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| Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle breeds. |
Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese |
Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden | No data available |
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| Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Cross Breed | Cross Breed |
Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle Size and Weight Comparison
| Size Classification
Compare size differences between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which breed is the largest? | Small | Large | Medium |
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| Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle? Compare adult weight ranges. | 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) | Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg) | 20-50 pounds (9-23 kg) |
| Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) | Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg) | 35 pounds (16 kg) |
| Height
Which is taller, Havanese or Goldendoodle or Miniature Labradoodle? Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle height comparison: | 8-11 inches (21-29 cm) | 13-24 inches (33-61 cm) | 16-22 inches (41-56 cm) |
| Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 10 inches (25 cm) | 18.5 inches (47 cm) | 19 inches (48.5 cm) |
Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle Price and Availability Comparison
| Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Find price differences between these breeds. | $900-$1200 | $600-$800 | $1000-$2000 |
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| Availability
Which is easier to get, Havanese or Goldendoodle or Miniature Labradoodle? | 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. | Frequent: The Miniature Labradoodle is easier than average to get. |
Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
| Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which breed ranks highest? | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Outstanding: Miniature Labradoodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. |
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| Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which is easiest to train? | Havanese dogs are very easy to train. | Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs are very easy to train. |
| Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which breed is most alert? | Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. | Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs. |
| Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which breed is most protective? | Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. | Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs are average defenders. |
Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison
| Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle? Compare temperaments. |
Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming |
Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable |
Active Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Trainable Cheerful Faithful Instinctual |
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| Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Miniature Labradoodle dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
| Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle? | High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: Miniature Labradoodle dogs are highly affectionate dogs. |
| Social Needs
Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle social needs comparison: | Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
| 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. | Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison
| Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which breed is most vocal? | Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. | Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. | Average to High: The Miniature Labradoodle is a vocal breed. |
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| Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which breed is most playful? | The Havanese is a highly playful breed. | The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. | The Miniature Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. |
| Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed. | Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Labradoodle breed. |
Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison
| Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which breed is most flexible? | Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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| Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Havanese or Goldendoodle or Miniature Labradoodle? | Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison
| Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Miniature Labradoodle has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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| Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which uses mouth most during play? | Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
| Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Labradoodle bite force: Weak. |
Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison
| Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which breed lives longest? |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years |
9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Labradoodle: 15 years |
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| Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. 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. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
| Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. 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. | Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs. | The Miniature Labradoodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
| 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. |
Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Average The Miniature Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
| Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle health problems comparison: |
Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Addison's Disease Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy |
Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle Energy and Activity Comparison
| Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. 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. | Goldendoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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| Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Havanese or Goldendoodle or Miniature Labradoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal. | Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs need a lot of exercises. |
| Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Havanese or Goldendoodle or Miniature Labradoodle? | Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison
| Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. 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. | Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. | High: The Miniature Labradoodle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
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| Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which needs most food? | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. | 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. | Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison
| Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | Yes See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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| Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. What colors are available? |
Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco |
Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow |
Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Yellow Chocolate Beige Apricot |
| Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which requires most maintenance? | Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Average: The Miniature Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. |
| Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which drools least? | The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Miniature Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. |
| Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Miniature Labradoodle has a high chance of bad smell. |
| Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long |
Curly Wavy Smooth Straight |
Dense Curly Waterproof Thick Hard Short |
| Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. 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. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
| Shedding Level
Who sheds more Havanese or Goldendoodle or Miniature Labradoodle? Havanese or Goldendoodle or {name3 shedding: | Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. | Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs are low shedders. |
Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle Good With Comparison
| Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which is best with kids? | Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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| Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
| Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Goldendoodle or Miniature Labradoodle? Which dog is more friendly? | Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Goldendoodle or Miniature Labradoodle? | Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
| Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Goldendoodle or Miniature Labradoodle? | Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Miniature Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
| Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle? |
Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Goldendoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Miniature Labradoodle 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 Goldendoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Miniature Labradoodle 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. | Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Miniature Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle As a Working Dog Comparison
| Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. |
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| Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
| Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which has best nose work ability? | 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. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. |
| Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. 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. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. |
| Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Miniature Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat. |
| Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which is best for draft work? | 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. |
| Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. 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 Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle Reproducibility Comparison
| Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. Which has most puppies? | 1-9 puppies, average 4 | 4-8 puppies | 5-10 puppies |
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| Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. 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, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. What's recommended? | 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. |
Havanese vs Goldendoodle vs Miniature Labradoodle Recognition Comparison
| AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. How are they classified? | 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. |
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| FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. How are they classified internationally? | 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. |
| Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Havanese, Goldendoodle, and Miniature Labradoodle. 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 |
Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry | No data available |
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