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Name	Havanese	Shiba Inu	Alaskan Husky
Origins	Cuba	Japan	United States
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Sled 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	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog	Husky
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky? Which is the smallest dog, Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Havanese or Shiba Inu or Shiba Inu? Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky? Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky height comparison:	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	22 inches (56 cm)

Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$800-$1000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky?	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu 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.

Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky intelligence:	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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky trainability comparison.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky?	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky? 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.	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky? Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Agile Energetic Protective Alert Powerful Sensitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Alaskan Husky 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 Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky?	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky social needs comparison:	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Alaskan Husky 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 Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky playfulness comparison:	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky?	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal 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 Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky?	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky 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.	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Alaskan Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky?	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Alaskan Huskys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky 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 Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	Hyperthyroidism Laryngeal Paresis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
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.	Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Alaskan Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky lifespan comparison. How long do Havanese, Shiba Inu and Alaskan Husky 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 Shiba Inu: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky?	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 cold weather conditions The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky? Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky 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.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Alaskan Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.	Alaskan Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky?	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Alaskan Husky dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky 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 to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky coat comparison:	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Havanese, Shiba Inu and Alaskan Husky color?	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	Black Gray White Blonde Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky? Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky grooming comparison:	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky? Havanese or Shiba Inu or {name3 shedding:	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.	Alaskan Husky 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 Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky?	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Husky 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 Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.

Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Alaskan Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky? Which dog is more friendly?	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky?	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky?	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky?	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky?	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Alaskan Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alaskan Husky 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.	Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.	Alaskan Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.

Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky 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 Shiba Inu or Alaskan Husky? 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 Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky?	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alaskan Husky 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 Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky 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 Shiba Inu and Alaskan Husky have?	1-9 puppies, average 4	2-4 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Havanese vs Shiba Inu vs Alaskan Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.	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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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