The Havanese is the national dog of Cuba, a small companion breed with a silky, long coat and an irrepressibly cheerful personality. Sociable, intelligent, and easy to train, Havanese adapt readily to apartment living and are known for their ability to bond closely with people of all ages. They are sometimes described as velcro dogs due to their desire to be close to their humans at all times.
My Havanese greets every morning like it is the best day of his life. He bounces into each room ahead of me, checks everything is in order, and then returns to report back with a wagging tail. He is friendly with every human and dog he has ever encountered. He sits through grooming appointments with…
Read full review →My Havanese has learned more tricks than any dog I have previously owned. She picks up new commands in two or three sessions and retains them perfectly. She is enthusiastically motivated by treats and praise. She can perform sequences of ten behaviours in order without error. Training her is a genui…
Read full review →My Havanese cannot be alone. Not just struggles, genuinely cannot be alone for more than two hours without distress. We have worked with a behaviourist and she is better but it is ongoing work. When I am home she is the most delightful companion. The problem is I do sometimes need to leave. If you w…
Read full review →I retired last year and my Havanese has made the transition to a quieter pace of life wonderful. He adapts his energy to mine, is content with leisurely walks, and spends long afternoons with me in the garden without needing to be entertained. He is small enough to manage easily and gentle enough th…
Read full review →My teenage daughter has anxiety and her Havanese has been a genuine therapeutic benefit. He senses her anxiety, moves to her side, and sits quietly with her during difficult moments. He is calm when she needs calm, playful when she needs distraction. He has an emotional intelligence that surprises m…
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