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Name	Pekingese	Miniature Poodle	Havanese
Origins	China	Germany France	Cuba
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chinese Spaniel Lion Dog Peke Peking Palasthund Pelchie Dog Peking Lion Dog	Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese? Which is the smallest dog, Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Miniature Poodle? Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese weight comparison:	8-10 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg)	15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg)	16 pounds (7.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese? Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese height comparison:	6-9 inches (30.4-45 cm)	11-15 inches (28-38 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	7.5 inches (30.24.5 cm)	13 inches (33 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1000-$1500	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese?	Very frequent: The Pekingese 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.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese intelligence:	Low: The Pekingese is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese trainability comparison.	Pekingese dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese?	Pekingese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Pekingese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese? Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Intelligent Affectionate Aggressive Good-natured Opinionated	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Pekingese dogs are less 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: Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese?	High: Pekingese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese social needs comparison:	Pekingese dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Miniature Poodle 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?	Pekingese dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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?	Pekingese dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	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

Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese playfulness comparison:	Pekingeses don't really like playing. See more.	The Miniature Poodle 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: Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese?	Average to High: The Pekingese is a vocal breed. See more.	Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed. 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 Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese?	Very house-friendly dog the Pekingese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Pekingese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Miniature Poodle 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.

Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese?	Pekingeses are commonly healthy dogs.	The Miniature Poodle 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese health problems comparison:	Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Intervertebral Disk Disease Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome Distichiasis Mitral Valve Disease Cryptorchidism Ectopic Cilia Cleft Palate Brachycephalic Syndrome Hydrocephalus Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease	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?	Rare The Pekingese should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Miniature Poodle 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 Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese lifespan comparison. How long do Pekingese, Miniature Poodle and Havanese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Pekingese: 14 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 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: Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pekingese can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese? Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese energy level comparison:	Pekingese dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	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 Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pekingese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese?	Pekingese dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	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

Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 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? Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Pekingese has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Curly Thick	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long
Colors What are the original Pekingese, Miniature Poodle and Havanese color?	Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese? Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese? Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Pekingese dogs shed moderately. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. 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: Pekingese or Miniature Poodle 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 Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese?	High 🔼 The Pekingese has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle 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 Pekingese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pekingese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly?	Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Miniature Poodle dogs are 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 Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese?	Pekingese dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese?	Pekingese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pekingese or Miniature Poodle or Havanese?	Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese?	Yes Pekingese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Pekingese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Poodle 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?	Pekingeses are not recommended for elderly people.	Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle 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: Pekingese or Miniature Poodle 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: Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese?	Not really Pekingese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really 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.

Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle 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 Pekingese and Miniature Poodle and Havanese have?	2-4 puppies	2-8 puppies, average 5	1-9 puppies, average 4
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Pekingese vs Miniature Poodle vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese 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 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 National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Pekingese Club Of America	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	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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