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Havashire
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"Affectionate companion"

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Quick Facts About Havashires

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Breed Group:
Mixes And More
Weight
Adult Weight:
7–13 lbs
Height
Adult Height:
8–11"
Hypoallergenic
Hypoallergenic:
Yes
Havashire Average Price
$725

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Overview

The Havashire is a small designer breed that is a cross between a Havanese and a Yorkshire Terrier. Also known as a Hava-York or Yorkinese.

Temperament and Behavior

The Havashire is a friendly and affectionate breed that is known for its playful and outgoing personality. They thrive on attention and love to be around their family members. This breed is intelligent and eager to please, which makes them easy to train.

Coat & Grooming

The Havashire has a soft, silky coat that can be either curly or straight, and typically requires regular grooming to maintain its appearance and health. The coat can come in a variety of colors, including black, brown, white, and gold. The Havashire is considered a low-shedding breed, which makes them a good choice for people with allergies.

Lifestyle & Living Conditions

Due to their small size, the Havashire can thrive in apartments and small homes, but they still require regular exercise to keep them healthy and prevent obesity. They are an indoor breed that prefers to spend most of their time with their family members.

Exercise & Activity

The Havashire is an active breed that requires regular exercise and play to keep them healthy and happy. Although they are small in size, they still require daily exercise to help prevent obesity and keep their muscles and joints strong. Havashires enjoy a variety of activities, including walks, indoor playtime, and games like fetch or hide-and-seek. They can also excel in dog sports such as agility, obedience, and rally.

Characteristics at-a-glance

Ratings are on a scale of 1–10, based on breed standards and typical temperament.

Affection
Playfulness
Trainability
Intelligence
Exercise Needs
Grooming
Good w/ Kids
Good w/ Dogs
Good w/ Cats
Watchdog
Barking Level
Space Needs
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Havashire FAQs

Common questions about the Havashire breed, answered by our editorial team.

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