Poodle vs Havanese Comparison – Which dog is better Barbone or Bichon Habanero?

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Name	Poodle	Havanese
Origins	Germany France	Cuba
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Poodle and Havanese. What other names are these breeds known by?	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Poodle and a Havanese. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Poodle and a Havanese. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Havanese? Is a Poodle taller than a Havanese?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	10 inches (25 cm)

Poodle vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Poodle and a Havanese. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1500	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Havanese?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

Poodle vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: 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.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare training requirements.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare alertness levels.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare territorial behaviors.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Poodle vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Poodle and a Havanese. How do their temperaments differ?	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 between Poodle vs Havanese?	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: Poodle vs Havanese?	High: 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.
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Social Needs Poodle vs Havanese social needs comparison:	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? What's the difference between Poodle vs Havanese?	Poodle 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? What's the difference between Poodle vs Havanese? Which can be better for hunting?	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

Poodle vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The 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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare play drive and energy.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.
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Poodle vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare adaptability levels.	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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or Havanese?	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.

Poodle vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Poodle dogs have a higher 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Poodle vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Poodle and a Havanese. Which breed is healthier?	The 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.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Poodle vs Havanese?	Average The 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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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Havanese health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt

Poodle vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare activity levels.	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 Poodle vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poodle or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Poodle or Havanese?	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.
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Poodle vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the 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.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 3 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

Poodle vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Poodle and Havanese? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare maintenance needs.	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
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare drooling amounts.	The 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Poodle and a Havanese? Compare fur types.	Curly	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Havanese? Do Poodle dogs shed more than Havanese dogs?	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

Poodle vs Havanese Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare kid-friendliness.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	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 Poodle or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly?	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
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Havanese?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Havanese? Can a Poodle and a Havanese be friends? Do Poodle dogs get along with Havanese dogs?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Poodle vs Havanese?	Yes 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 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?	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Poodle vs Havanese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare therapy capabilities.	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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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Poodle or a Havanese? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Poodle and Havanese. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Poodle vs Havanese Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Poodle and Havanese. Which has larger litters?	2-4 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Poodle and Havanese breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Poodle and Havanese. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Poodle vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Poodle and Havanese. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Poodle and Havanese. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Poodle and Havanese. Which is more widely recognized?	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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