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Name	Pumi	Havanese	Landseer
Origins	Hungary	Cuba	Canada
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Group	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hungarian Herding Terrier Hungarian Pumi	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	Landseer Newfoundland
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pumi or Havanese or Landseer? Which is the smallest dog, Pumi or Havanese or Landseer?	Medium	Small	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Pumi or Havanese or Havanese? Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer weight comparison:	Male: 22–33 pounds (10-15 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (8-13 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 22–33 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (10.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pumi or Havanese or Landseer? Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer height comparison:	Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	Male: 28.5-31.5 inches (72-80 cm), Female: 26.5-28.5 inches (67-72 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 28.5-31.5 inches (76 cm), Female: 26.5-28.5 inches (69.5 cm)

Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pumi or Havanese or Landseer? Which is more expensive?	$500-$1200	$900-$1200	$2000-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Pumi or Havanese or Landseer?	Frequent: The Pumi is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese 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.

Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer 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 Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer trainability comparison.	Pumi dogs are easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Landseer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pumi or Havanese or Landseer?	Pumi dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Landseer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pumi or Havanese or Landseer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Pumi dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Landseer dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pumi or Havanese or Landseer? Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Protective Alert Sensitive Intelligent Lively Restless Reserved Vocal Extremely Bold Suspicious Towards Strangers Noisy	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Playful Loving Courageous Intelligent Patient Generous
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Pumi 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: Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer?	High: Pumi 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.	High: Landseer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer social needs comparison:	Pumi dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Landseer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Pumi dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Landseer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Pumi 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. See more.	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Landseer 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer playfulness comparison:	The Pumi is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Landseer is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer?	A lot: Pumi is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Landseer barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Pumi or Havanese or Landseer?	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 Pumi indoors.	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 Landseer indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Pumi 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.	Average: Landseer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pumi or Havanese or Landseer?	Pumi 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.	Landseer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Pumi or Havanese or Landseer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pumi bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Landseer bite force: The Strongest.
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 Pumi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Landseer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer mouthiness comparison:	Pumi 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.	Landseer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer?	Pumis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Landseer 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: Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Elbow Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Primary Lens Luxation	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Bloat Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Cystine Urolithiasis Obesity Cystinuria Megaesophagus Heatstroke Acquired Depigmentation Callus Dermatitis Sub-Aortic Stenosis (SAS)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Pumi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Landseer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer lifespan comparison. How long do Pumi, Havanese and Landseer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pumi: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	9-11 years The average lifespan of Landseer: 10 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer?	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.	Prefers cold weather The Landseer can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pumi or Havanese or Landseer? Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer energy level comparison:	Pumi dogs are high-energy 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.	Landseer 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 Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pumi or Havanese or Landseer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pumi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Landseer dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pumi or Havanese or Landseer?	Pumi dogs don't need too much sleep.	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Landseer 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

Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pumi or Havanese or Landseer?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Pumi has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Landseer breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer coat comparison:	Wiry Dense Curly Wavy	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Dense
Colors What are the original Pumi, Havanese and Landseer color?	Black White Grey in various shades (normally, the colour at birth is black, turning grey with time) Fawn. Primary colours: red, yellow, cream (a trace of black or grey and a distinct mask are desirable).	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pumi or Havanese or Landseer? Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer grooming comparison:	Average: The Pumi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Landseer requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pumi or Havanese or Landseer? Pumi or Havanese or {name3 shedding:	Pumi dogs shed moderately. See more.	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Landseer dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Pumi or Havanese or Landseer?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer 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, Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer?	Medium ⏺ The Pumi has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Landseer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Pumi is an average drooler. See more.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Landseer is an average drooler. See more.

Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer Good With Comparison

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

Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer 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: Pumi or Havanese or Landseer? 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.	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: Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer?	Not really Pumi 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.	Not really Landseer 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.

Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer 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 Pumi and Havanese and Landseer have?	4-6 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4	4-10 puppies
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Pumi vs Havanese vs Landseer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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	No data available

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