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Name	Havanese	Miniature Poodle	Toy Poodle
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle breeds.	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel	Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle? Compare adult weight ranges.	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)	Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	16 pounds (7.5 kg)	Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Miniature Poodle or Toy Poodle? Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle height comparison:	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	11-15 inches (28-38 cm)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	13 inches (33 cm)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)

Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Find price differences between these breeds.	$900-$1200	$1000-$1500	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or Miniature Poodle or Toy Poodle?	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.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Which is easiest to train?	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Which breed is most alert?	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Which breed is most protective?	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle? Compare temperaments.	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle?	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle social needs comparison:	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Toy Poodle 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.	Miniature Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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.	Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Which breed is most playful?	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Toy Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle breed.
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Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

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

Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Which breed lives longest?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. 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 average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. 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 Miniature Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Toy Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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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 Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle 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 Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease	Heart Murmurs Slipped Stifle Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Skin Allergies Canine Diabetes Mellitus Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia

Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. 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.	Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Toy Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Havanese or Miniature Poodle or Toy Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Toy Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Havanese or Miniature Poodle or Toy Poodle?	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Toy Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. 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.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Which needs most food?	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.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. What colors are available?	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Which drools least?	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Dense Curly Thick	Dense Curly Thick
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Havanese or Miniature Poodle or Toy Poodle? Havanese or Miniature Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Which is best with kids?	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle 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.	Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Toy Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Miniature Poodle or Toy Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Miniature Poodle or Toy Poodle?	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Miniature Poodle or Toy Poodle?	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle?	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Toy Poodle 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 Miniature Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Toy Poodle 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.	Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Toy Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Havanese vs Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. 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.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. 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.	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, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. 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, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Toy Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. 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, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. 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 Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. Which has most puppies?	1-9 puppies, average 4	2-8 puppies, average 5	2-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. 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, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. 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 Miniature Poodle vs Toy Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. 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.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Havanese, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. 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, Miniature Poodle, and Toy Poodle. 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	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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