Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Maltese lion dog or Bichon Habanero or Cavalier? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Maltese and Havanese. Which is better: Maltese or Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Name | Maltese | Havanese | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel |
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Origins | Italy | Cuba | England |
Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 33 | 23 | 19 |
Reviews | 3 | 7 | 7 |
User Ratings |
Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breeds. |
Maltese lion dog Maltese Dog |
Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese |
Cavalier Cavie Cav |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed is the largest? | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges. | 6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg) | 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) | 10-18 pounds (5-8 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 6.7 pounds (3.5 kg) | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) | 14 pounds (6.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Maltese or Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel height comparison: | Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm) | 8-11 inches (21-29 cm) | 12-13 inches (30-33 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm) | 10 inches (25 cm) | 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) |
Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds. | $600-$800 | $900-$1200 | $1200-$1500 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Maltese or Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get. |
Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest? | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which is easiest to train? | Maltese dogs are quite easy to train. | Havanese dogs are very easy to train. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed is most alert? | Maltese dogs are average watchdogs. | Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed is most protective? | Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory. | Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. |
Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare temperaments. |
Active Playful Intelligent Responsive Docile Gentle Tempered Sweet Easygoing |
Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming |
Active Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Social Fearless Cheerful Quiet Nonaggressive Polite Graceful Sporty No tendency towards nervousness |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | High: Maltese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel social needs comparison: | Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers. | Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Maltese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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. |
Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal? | A lot: Maltese is a particularly loud breed. | Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. | Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Havanese is a highly playful breed. | Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Very house-friendly dog the Maltese breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed. |
Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible? | Maltese 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. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Maltese or Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Maltese 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. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play? | Maltese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltese bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak. |
Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed lives longest? |
14-18 years The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years |
10-14 years The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues? | The Maltese 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. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Maltese 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. |
Frequent The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel health problems comparison: |
Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia White Dog Shaker Syndrome |
Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Mitral Valve Disease Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Syringomyelia |
Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed is most active? | Maltese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Maltese or Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal. | Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Maltese or Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Maltese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which needs most food? | Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | Yes See more. | Yes See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. What colors are available? | White |
Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco |
Tan Tricolor Blenheim Ruby |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance? | Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which drools least? | The Maltese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Feathered |
Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long | Feathered |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths? | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Maltese or Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Maltese or Havanese or {name3 shedding: | Maltese dogs shed none to minimal. | Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average. |
Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which is best with kids? | Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Maltese or Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly? | Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Maltese or Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Maltese or Havanese or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? |
Yes Maltese 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. |
Yes Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Maltese is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Malteses are usually recommended for elderly people. | Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. 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 Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. 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 Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. 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. |
Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which has most puppies? | 3-5 puppies | 1-9 puppies, average 4 | 3-5 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Maltese vs Havanese vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Maltese, Havanese, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
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 |
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