Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier Comparison – Which dog is better Bichon Habanero or Mini Australian Shepterrier?

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Name	Havanese	Mini Australian Shepterrier
Origins	Cuba	Australia
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Havanese and Mini Australian Shepterrier. What other names are these breeds known by?	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	No data available
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Havanese and a Mini Australian Shepterrier. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Cross Breed

Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Small Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Havanese and a Mini Australian Shepterrier. Which breed is heavier?	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Mini Australian Shepterrier? Is a Havanese taller than a Mini Australian Shepterrier?	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	13–18 inches (33-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Havanese and a Mini Australian Shepterrier. Which breed costs more?	$900-$1200	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or Mini Australian Shepterrier?	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Mini Australian Shepterrier is easier than average to get.

Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Mini Australian Shepterrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare training requirements.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Mini Australian Shepterrier dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare alertness levels.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Mini Australian Shepterrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare territorial behaviors.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Mini Australian Shepterrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Havanese and a Mini Australian Shepterrier. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Active Loving Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Good-natured Companionable Spirited
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier?	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier?	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Mini Australian Shepterrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier social needs comparison:	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Mini Australian Shepterrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier?	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Mini Australian Shepterrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier? Which can be better for hunting?	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Mini Australian Shepterrier 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 Mini Australian Shepterrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Mini Australian Shepterrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare play drive and energy.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Mini Australian Shepterrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese 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 Mini Australian Shepterrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare adaptability levels.	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Mini Australian Shepterrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Havanese or Mini Australian Shepterrier?	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Mini Australian Shepterrier 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 Mini Australian Shepterrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Mini Australian Shepterrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Mini Australian Shepterrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Mini Australian Shepterrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare average lifespans.	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Mini Australian Shepterrier: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare climate tolerances.	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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Havanese and a Mini Australian Shepterrier. Which breed is healthier?	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Mini Australian Shepterriers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier?	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Mini Australian Shepterrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Juvenile Cataracts Iris Coloboma

Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Mini Australian Shepterrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare daily food needs.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Havanese and Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare breed colors.	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Tan Red Blue Sandy Red Merle White & Black & Tan Blue Merle
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Mini Australian Shepterrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare drooling amounts.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Mini Australian Shepterrier is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Mini Australian Shepterrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Havanese and a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare fur types.	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Rough Feathered
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare bathing frequencies.	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 Mini Australian Shepterrier? Do Havanese dogs shed more than Mini Australian Shepterrier dogs?	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Mini Australian Shepterrier dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare kid-friendliness.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Mini Australian Shepterrier 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.	Mini Australian Shepterrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Mini Australian Shepterrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Mini Australian Shepterrier 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 Mini Australian Shepterrier?	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Mini Australian Shepterrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Mini Australian Shepterrier? Can a Havanese and a Mini Australian Shepterrier be friends? Do Havanese dogs get along with Mini Australian Shepterrier dogs?	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Mini Australian Shepterrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier?	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mini Australian Shepterrier 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 Mini Australian Shepterrier 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.	Mini Australian Shepterriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mini Australian Shepterrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Havanese or a Mini Australian Shepterrier? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between Havanese and Mini Australian Shepterrier. Which has stronger military background?	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 Mini Australian Shepterrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Havanese and Mini Australian Shepterrier. Which has larger litters?	1-9 puppies, average 4	3-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Havanese and Mini Australian Shepterrier breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Havanese and Mini Australian Shepterrier. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Havanese vs Mini Australian Shepterrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Havanese and Mini Australian Shepterrier. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Havanese and Mini Australian Shepterrier. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Havanese and Mini Australian Shepterrier. Which is more widely recognized?	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

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