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Name	Havanese	Japanese Terrier	Lapponian Herder
Origins	Cuba	Japan	Finland
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working 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	Kobe Terrier Mikado Terrier Nihon Teria Nihon Terrier Oyuki Snowy Terrier Nippon Terrier	Lapinporokoira Reindeer Herder Lapland Reindeer Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder? Which is the smallest dog, Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Japanese Terrier? Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	5-9 pounds	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	7 pounds	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder? Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder height comparison:	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	8-13 inches	Male: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm), Female: 17–19 inches (43–49 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	10.5 inches	Male: 20 inch (51 cm), Female: 19 inch (48.5 cm)

Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$1000-$1300	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder?	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Average: The Japanese Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Lapponian Herder is a commonly available dog breed.

Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Japanese Terrier is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Lapponian Herder is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder trainability comparison.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder?	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder? 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.	Japanese Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder? Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Active Affectionate Lively Cheerful Vigilant Swift	Energetic Friendly Docile Calm Vocal
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: Japanese Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder?	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Japanese Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Lapponian Herder dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder social needs comparison:	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Lapponian Herder 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.	Japanese Terrier 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 Lapponian Herder 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.	Japanese Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Lapponian Herder 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 Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder playfulness comparison:	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Japanese Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Lapponian Herder is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder?	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Japanese Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Lapponian Herder 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 Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder?	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Japanese Terrier breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Lapponian Herder breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder 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.	Japanese Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Lapponian Herder dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder?	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Japanese Terrier 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.	Lapponian Herder 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 Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lapponian Herder bite force: Ordinary.
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 Japanese Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lapponian Herder has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder mouthiness comparison:	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder health comparison. Which is the healthier: Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder?	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Japanese Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder health problems comparison:	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	No data available	No data available
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 Japanese Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Lapponian Herder 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 Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder lifespan comparison. How long do Havanese, Japanese Terrier and Lapponian Herder breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Japanese Terrier: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Lapponian Herder: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Lapponian Herder can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder? Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder 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.	Japanese Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Lapponian Herder dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Japanese Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Lapponian Herder dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder?	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Japanese Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Lapponian Herder dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder 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.	Low: The Japanese Terrier has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Lapponian Herder's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder coat comparison:	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Fine Dense Smooth Glossy Slick	Fluffy Straight Double
Colors What are the original Havanese, Japanese Terrier and Lapponian Herder color?	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black White Tricolor	Black Gray Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder? Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder grooming comparison:	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Japanese Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Lapponian Herder doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder? Havanese or Japanese Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Japanese Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder?	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 Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder?	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Lapponian Herder has an average 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 Japanese Terrier is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lapponian Herder is an average drooler. See more.

Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Japanese Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Lapponian Herder dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder? Which dog is more friendly?	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Japanese Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Lapponian Herder dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder?	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Japanese Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Lapponian Herder dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder?	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Japanese Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Lapponian Herder dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder?	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Japanese Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Lapponian Herder dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder?	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Japanese Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Lapponian Herder 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 Japanese Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Lapponian Herder 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.	Japanese Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Lapponian Herders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder 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 Japanese Terrier or Lapponian Herder? 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.
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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 Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder?	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Japanese Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Lapponian Herder 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 Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder 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 Japanese Terrier and Lapponian Herder have?	1-9 puppies, average 4	4-7 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Havanese vs Japanese Terrier vs Lapponian Herder 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
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	No data available	No data available

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