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Name	Jack Russell Terrier	Bichon Frise	Havanese
Origins	England	Spain Belgium	Cuba
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Jack Russell Terrier	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese? Which is the smallest dog, Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Bichon Frise? Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese weight comparison:	11-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese? Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese height comparison:	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (29 cm)	Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese? Which is more expensive?	$700-$1000	$700-$1000	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese?	Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese intelligence:	Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed. 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 Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese trainability comparison.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese? Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Cheerful	Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming
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: Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese?	High: Jack Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese social needs comparison:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Havanese 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?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese playfulness comparison:	The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese?	A lot: Jack Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese?	The Jack Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Havanese 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: Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Jack Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese lifespan comparison. How long do Jack Russell Terrier, Bichon Frise and Havanese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese? Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese energy level comparison:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Havanese 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 Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal.	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Havanese 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

Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese coat comparison:	Rough	Curly	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long
Colors What are the original Jack Russell Terrier, Bichon Frise and Havanese color?	Black Tan White	Cream White Buff Apricot	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese? Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese? Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or {name3 shedding:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. See more.	Havanese 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: Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese?	Medium ⏺ The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Jack Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are 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 Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese?	Yes Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bichon Frise dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Jack Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Jack Russell Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people.	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese 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: Jack Russell Terrier or Bichon Frise or Havanese? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese?	Yes Jack Russell Terrier breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese 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.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese 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 Jack Russell Terrier and Bichon Frise and Havanese have?	4-8 puppies	2-5 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 United Kennel Club Irish Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers Jack Russell Terrier 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 The Bichon Frise 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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America

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