Schipperke vs Havanese Comparison – Which dog is better Spits or Bichon Habanero?

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Name	Schipperke	Havanese
Origins	Belgium	Cuba
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Schipperke and Havanese. What other names are these breeds known by?	Spits Spitske Spitzke	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Schipperke and a Havanese. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Schipperke vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Schipperke and a Havanese. Which breed is heavier?	12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	15 pounds (5.6.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Schipperke or Havanese? Is a Schipperke taller than a Havanese?	10-13 inches (21-33 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (27 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Schipperke vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Schipperke and a Havanese. Which breed costs more?	$600-$1000	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Schipperke or Havanese?	Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

Schipperke vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Very smart: Schipperke 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.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare training requirements.	Schipperke dogs are quite 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 Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare alertness levels.	Schipperke dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare territorial behaviors.	Schipperke dogs are average defenders. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Schipperke vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Schipperke and a Havanese. How do their temperaments differ?	Curious Independent Agile Intelligent Confident Fearless Faithful	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Schipperke 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: Schipperke vs Havanese?	Average to High: Schipperke dogs are highly affectionate dogs. 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 Schipperke vs Havanese social needs comparison:	Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average. 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 Schipperke vs Havanese?	Schipperke 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.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Schipperke vs Havanese? Which can be better for hunting?	Schipperke 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

Schipperke vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal. 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 Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare play drive and energy.	The Schipperke is a highly 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 Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Schipperke breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.
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Schipperke vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare adaptability levels.	Schipperke 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: Schipperke or Havanese?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Schipperke vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Schipperke has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Schipperke 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Schipperke 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

Schipperke vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare average lifespans.	13-15 years The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Schipperke 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 Schipperke and a Havanese. Which breed is healthier?	The Schipperke 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: Schipperke vs Havanese?	Average The Schipperke 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: Schipperke vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Schipperke vs Havanese health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt

Schipperke vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare activity levels.	Schipperke 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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Schipperke vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Schipperke or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Schipperke dogs need a lot of exercises.	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Schipperke or Havanese?	Schipperke 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.
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Schipperke vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. 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 Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare daily food needs.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Schipperke vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Schipperke and Havanese? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Blue Cream Brown Apricot	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming. 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 Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare drooling amounts.	The Schipperke 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 Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Schipperke 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 Schipperke and a Havanese? Compare fur types.	Fluffy Soft Thick	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Schipperke 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 Schipperke or Havanese? Do Schipperke dogs shed more than Havanese dogs?	Schipperke dogs shed moderately. See more.	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Schipperke vs Havanese Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare kid-friendliness.	Schipperke dogs are 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?	Schipperke dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Schipperke or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly?	Schipperke dogs are not the most 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 Schipperke or Havanese?	Schipperke dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Schipperke or Havanese? Can a Schipperke and a Havanese be friends? Do Schipperke dogs get along with Havanese dogs?	Schipperke dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Schipperke vs Havanese?	Yes Schipperke 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 Schipperke 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?	Schipperkes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Schipperke vs Havanese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare therapy capabilities.	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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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Schipperke 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 Schipperke 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 Schipperke or a Havanese? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Schipperke 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 Schipperke 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 Schipperke 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.

Schipperke vs Havanese Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Schipperke and Havanese. Which has larger litters?	3-7 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Schipperke and Havanese breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Schipperke 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.

Schipperke vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Schipperke and Havanese. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Schipperke and Havanese. Which groups are they in?	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.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Schipperke and Havanese. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	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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