While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Havanesties are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Tervard is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Curious
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Attentive
Watchful

Havanesties shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Tervards are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Havanese and West Highland Terrier

Belgian Tervuren, German Shepherd

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Cream
White

Black
Brown
Fawn

Havanesties have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Tervards have medium-length coats.

A Havanestie can have a litter of 1-9 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Tervard can have a litter of 6-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Lymphoma

Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Atopy Dermatitis

Epilepsy

Physical Examination
Eye Examinations
Radiographs

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints

Havanestie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Tervard has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Havanesties have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Tervards sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Havanesties are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Tervards are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Havanesties require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Tervard requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 11-17 pound (5 - 8 kg) Havanestie feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 75-80 pound (34 - 36 kg) Tervard feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Havanestie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Tervard is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Havanestie is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Tervard is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Havanestie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Tervards are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Havanesties are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Tervards are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Havanesties are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Tervards are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Havanesties are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Tervards are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Havanesties are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Tervards are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.