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Their long, fluffy coats tend to hide just how small Havanese dogs—and Havanese puppies—are. Under that luxurious mane, the breed stands at just 8.5 to 11 inches high at the shoulder, and weighs 7 to 13 pounds. The body is a bit longer than it is tall, and the tail is set high and arches over the back. The soft, wavy coat, which comes in many different colors, is sometimes “corded,” or formed into dreadlocks. A Havanese’s large, dark brown eyes seem to glint with a hint of mischief, cluing passersby in to his playful, intelligent nature. The walk of the Havanese is distinctive in its bounciness; that spring in the step first manifests in puppies, and doesn’t disappear with age. 

Havanese puppies have a tendency to change colors, with their coats darkening, lightening, or changing hue entirely around 1 year old. Because of that, it’s not always possible to predict what a puppy might look like as an adult.

Charming is an understatement when it comes to the Havanese. They are smart, sweet, eager-to-please, and easy-to-train dog, excellent addition to a family. Havi's gets along well with children and pets of all sizes. This dog’s loving nature also makes him popular as a therapy dog and emotional support animal. Despite his diminutive size, a Havanese can be an excellent watchdog, alerting his owner to any potential threats.

Daily grooming is critical when it comes to the Havanese. To save time and effort, some Havanese owners opt to get the hair trimmed. Havanese shedding is VERY low, which is great for those who suffer from allergies. 

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