Havashire Dog Breed

Below are details and specs for the Havashire dog breed.

This is a small dog breed, as are the Havanese and Yorkshire Terrier. Members of this breed general weigh 8-15 pounds and stand about 12 inches tall.

Havashires are happy and affectionate, which makes this is a great dog for an owner of any age and for households with children. They also get along well with other pets as they are playful and friendly. Members of this breed are not easily trained, requiring a firm and patient owner.

The Havashire is a high maintenance dog breed. These dogs are active indoors, but will require at least a daily short walk. They are also very playful and affectionate, and if not given the exercise and attention they need may become yappy. Even though this is low shedding dog, regular brushing must be performed to prevent tangles.

The Havanese is the national dog of Cuba and likely arrived on trade ships, while the Yorkshire Terrier has been around in England since the nineteenth century. Although both parent breeds have detailed history, the Havashire is a newcomer. Due to the popularity of designer breeds, the Havashire most likely came about recently and gained popularity in the United States in the last decade.

As a crossbreed, the Havashire will inherit physical traits from both parent breeds. Not all Havashires will inherit the same traits which means some may have more Havanese characteristics, others may have more Yorkshire Terrier characteristics, and some may show a mix of both parent breeds. It is likely, however, that the majority of Havashires will have traits common in both the parent breeds.

The Havashire is a small dog with a long, silky coat that comes in many colors including black, tan, gold, blue, brindle, chocolate, fawn, white, and silver. They usually also have lively brown eyes and a tail that is held high. The ears may be dropped and folded like the Havanese or erect like the Yorkshire Terrier. Their bodies are compact and well-proportioned, but they may look slightly longer than tall if they inherit more Havanese characteristics.

The temperament of the Havashire is dependent on the behavioral traits inherited from its parents. Some will inherit traits from the Yorkshire Terrier, others the Havanese, and some will have a mix of behaviors inherited from both parent breeds.

These dogs are friendly and social, so they are capable of being walked in a dog park or meeting strangers. Due to their happy and affectionate nature, they make great dogs for owners of any age, as well as families with small children. This makes a fine addition to a multi-pet household, since they are playful and energetic even with other pets. Havashires are trainable and need strong guidance to avoid "small dog syndrome".

These dogs do not have many documented health issues, probably due to the fact they are not purebred. It is recommended to be familiar with the health issues of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Havanese, such as hip dyspasia, patellar luxation, and eye problems. The Havashire breed will typically live 12-14 years in good health.