This dog belongs to the family of Dogs called Bichons. Following the French, Cuban and Russian revolutions, the Havanese were almost extinct. Now rare in Cuba, the breed has been facing a crises through the 1900's, but is presently on the rise in popularity, having some dedicated believers in the breed who are actively campaigning for its preservation in the US.
Havanese are good for apartment life. They are very active indoors and will do okay without a yard. Havanese are born to live in your home, and not in a patio or a kennel. but at the same time, they require plenty of exercise.
Havanese are natural companion dogs. They are gentle and responsive and become very attached to their human families. They are excellent with children. Very affectionate and playful with a high degree of intelligence, these cheerful dogs are very sociable and will get along with everyone including people, dogs, cats and other pets.
AVERAGE WEIGHT: 7-13 lbs.
AVERAGE HEIGHT: 8-11" at shoulder |