| Havanese dogs are a breed that you may have | | | | although they have dander, they do not shed it off |
| never heard of. They are small dogs that were | | | | easily. This adds one bit of work for a pet owner, |
| originally bred in Havana, Cuba. They come in many | | | | because that means they must be brushed |
| different colors and coat types. Most color | | | | frequently to avoid damage to their skin and fur. |
| combinations and coat types are allowed in shows. | | | | The temperament of them is another great reason |
| These dogs are considered an intelligent breed, and | | | | to have this type of dog. Unlike most small dogs, |
| this breed is very easy to train. | | | | these dogs do not get nervous around people and |
| If a person is considering getting a dog for his or her | | | | children. Most children (even fairly young ones) are |
| family in the near future, he or she would do well to | | | | able to play with this dog easily. |
| consider a Havanese and seek information. There are | | | | A huge concern among pet owners, particularly |
| several reasons they make great family pets. First, | | | | among purebred dog owners, is the general health of |
| they are considered to be a hypoallergenic dog as | | | | the dog and the dog breed. Unlike many dog breeds, |
| they do not shed naturally (although they must be | | | | particularly smaller dog breeds, the Havanese is |
| brushed). Second, these dogs have a mild | | | | relatively hardy. The breed overall, is a very healthy |
| temperament and even get along with young | | | | one. |
| children, unlike most smaller dogs. Third, they are a | | | | When choosing a dog for one's family, there are |
| healthy breed - especially when compared to many | | | | many factors a person should consider that they |
| other small-breed dogs. | | | | may not. Often times, it is tempting as for a person |
| They are considered (like Bichons and poodles) to be | | | | and their family to go to a pet store and simply got |
| a shed-free dog. This means that they shed very | | | | the cutest puppy. However, this method does not |
| little, although they must be brushed. This type of | | | | necessarily the best, as you may not know what |
| dog is considered to be hypoallergenic because | | | | that puppy will grow into. |