Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese Comparison – Which dog is better Cowley Terrier or Bichon Habanero?

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Name	Sealyham Terrier	Havanese
Origins	Wales	Cuba
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Sealyham Terrier and Havanese. What other names are these breeds known by?	Cowley Terrier Welsh Border Terrier	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Sealyham Terrier and a Havanese. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Sealyham Terrier and a Havanese. Which breed is heavier?	20 pounds (9 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	20 pounds (9 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Sealyham Terrier or Havanese? Is a Sealyham Terrier taller than a Havanese?	12 inches (30 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	12 inches (30 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Sealyham Terrier and a Havanese. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1000	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Sealyham Terrier or Havanese?	Frequent: The Sealyham Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. 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 Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare training requirements.	Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare alertness levels.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare territorial behaviors.	Sealyham Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Sealyham Terrier and a Havanese. How do their temperaments differ?	Alert Intelligent Friendly Outright Tempered Fearless Calm	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Sealyham Terrier 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: Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese?	High: Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese social needs comparison:	Sealyham Terrier dogs are kinda antisocial. 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 Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese?	Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese? Which can be better for hunting?	Sealyham Terrier 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

Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Sealyham Terrier barks occasionally. 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 Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Sealyham Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Sealyham Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare adaptability levels.	Sealyham Terrier 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: Sealyham Terrier or Havanese?	Sealyham Terrier dogs handle alone time quite well.	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare average lifespans.	14-16 years The average lifespan of Sealyham Terrier: 15 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Sealyham Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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 Sealyham Terrier and a Havanese. Which breed is healthier?	Sealyham Terriers 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.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese?	Frequent The Sealyham Terrier 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese health problems comparison:	Allergies Eye Problems Ear Infections Intervertebral Disk Disease Skin Allergies Primary Lens Luxation Glaucoma	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt

Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare activity levels.	Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Sealyham Terrier or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Sealyham Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Sealyham Terrier or Havanese?	Sealyham Terrier 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

Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Sealyham Terrier 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.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare daily food needs.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Sealyham Terrier and Havanese? Compare breed colors.	White	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Sealyham Terrier requires average grooming effort. 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 Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare drooling amounts.	The Sealyham Terrier is an average drooler. See more.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier and a Havanese? Compare fur types.	Wiry Dense Soft Weather-resistant	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier or Havanese? Do Sealyham Terrier dogs shed more than Havanese dogs?	Sealyham Terrier 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

Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare kid-friendliness.	Sealyham Terrier 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?	Sealyham Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Sealyham Terrier or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly?	Sealyham Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	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 Sealyham Terrier or Havanese?	Sealyham Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Sealyham Terrier or Havanese? Can a Sealyham Terrier and a Havanese be friends? Do Sealyham Terrier dogs get along with Havanese dogs?	Sealyham Terrier 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: Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese?	Yes Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier 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?	Sealyham Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier or a Havanese? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Sealyham Terrier 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.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Sealyham Terrier 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 Sealyham Terrier 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.

Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Sealyham Terrier and Havanese. Which has larger litters?	3-6 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Sealyham Terrier and Havanese breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Sealyham Terrier 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.

Sealyham Terrier vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Sealyham Terrier and Havanese. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Sealyham Terrier and Havanese. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers 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 Sealyham Terrier 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 Club Espanol De Terriers	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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