| Temperament: The Havanese is a natural companion, | | | | worst in any dog, these are not traits of the breed |
| who is responsive and kind. The Havanese will | | | | but rather a dog that has lost order to its life and is |
| become attached to their owners. This is a lovely | | | | not happy. |
| dog for children as they are playful. This breed is | | | | Health issues: This breed is prone to hip dysplasia, |
| good with other pets and people. This dog is a good | | | | PRA, cataracts, dislocated knee caps, deafness and |
| dog for obedience training. This dog has a lot of | | | | dry skin. The Havanese is a healthy breed that has a |
| curiosity and will enjoy watching what is going on | | | | long life and many of the problems are as adults |
| around them. This is a dog that is sensitive to the | | | | rather than in puppy hood. |
| tone used and will not do as asked if they pick up a | | | | Grooming: This coat is best clipped if this is just to be |
| meek owner. | | | | a family pet. For the show ring, there is a lot of |
| The Havanese dog will work well if you are a good | | | | grooming needed, this can be hard work and a lot of |
| natural leader and are not harsh but firm. This breed | | | | good advice from the breeder and specialist dog |
| is not just a companion dog but is a natural watch | | | | groomer will be needed. |
| dog as well. Socialising this dog as a puppy will help it | | | | Living conditions: A Havanese is good for apartment |
| not to be shy, in later life. Do not allow this dog to | | | | living. The dog will be fine without a garden, but will |
| have small dog syndrome as this will bring out the | | | | still need walking daily. |