Toy group · Small
Havanese
Cheerful, trainable, people-loving companion.
Lifespan14–16 yrs
Weight7–13 lb
Height8.5–11.5 in
Shedding Low
Exercise Moderate
Grooming High
Health conditions to know
Patellar luxation
Slipping kneecaps occur in the breed.
Inherited eye disease
Cataracts and PRA; annual eye exams advised.
Chondrodysplasia / leg deformity
Short-leg syndrome is seen; DNA research ongoing.
Deafness & Legg-Calvé-Perthes
Hearing loss and juvenile hip degeneration occur.
Recommended health screenings
Questions worth asking a breeder about the parents, or your vet about your dog:
- Patella evaluation
- CAER eye exam
- BAER hearing test
- Hip evaluation
Who it suits
Companion homes, including apartments, who enjoy grooming.