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Name	Havanese	West Highland White Terrier	Dachshund
Origins	Cuba	Scotland	Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting 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	Roseneath Terrier Westie Westy White Roseneath Terrier Poltalloch Terrier	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund? Which is the smallest dog, Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg)	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund? Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund height comparison:	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$900-$1200	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund?	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund trainability comparison.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund?	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund? 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.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund? Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever
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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund?	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund social needs comparison:	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Dachshund 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.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Dachshund 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.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Dachshund 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund playfulness comparison:	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund?	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Dachshund 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 West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund?	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 West Highland White Terrier indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

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

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

Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund?	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund health problems comparison:	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy White Dog Shaker Syndrome Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis Pulmonary Fibrosis	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy
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 West Highland White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do Havanese, West Highland White Terrier and Dachshund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund?	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 West Highland White Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund? Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund 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.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	West Highland White Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund?	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund 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.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund coat comparison:	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Havanese, West Highland White Terrier and Dachshund color?	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	White	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund? Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund grooming comparison:	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund? Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund?	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.	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 West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund?	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low 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 West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly?	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most 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 West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund?	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund?	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund?	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund?	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes West Highland White Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dachshund 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 West Highland White Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dachshund 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.	West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.

Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund 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 West Highland White Terrier or Dachshund? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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 West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund?	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really West Highland White Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dachshund 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund 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 West Highland White Terrier and Dachshund have?	1-9 puppies, average 4	2-5 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Havanese vs West Highland White Terrier vs Dachshund 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 1908 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
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 Dachshunds group, in the 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	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 Club Espanol De Terriers	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

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